Westgate Resorts Founder David Siegel Passes Away at 89

David Siegel, founder of Westgate Resorts, has passed away at the age of 89 after battling cancer. He started Westgate in his garage in 1982, growing it into one of the largest privately held timeshare and resort companies in the U.S. Known for his opulent lifestyle, Siegel and his wife Jackie were featured in the documentary 'The Queen of Versailles,' which chronicled the construction of their 90,000-square-foot mansion. The couple's daughter, Victoria, died of an overdose in 2015, leading to the establishment of the Victoria’s Voice Foundation to combat drug abuse. Siegel was instrumental in promoting legislation for opioid awareness and prevention, including 'Victoria’s Law' in Florida. He is survived by his wife, nine children, and numerous grandchildren, with his legacy carried on by the company he built and the initiatives he supported.