Controversy and Turmoil: Waystar Royco Faces Uncertain Future after Roy's Death

Roy's death has left Waystar Royco without a clear successor.

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The company has been struggling with controversy and internal turmoil.

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The news of Roy's death caused the price of company shares to plummet, even though the markets were closed.

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HBO, which has been handling media for Waystar Royco since 2018, declined to comment.

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The lack of a clear successor has raised questions about the future of the company's expansive holdings.

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It is uncertain whether Roy's children will divide the holdings or sell them to a competitor.

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Roy's eldest son, Connor, is currently running for president.

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Roy's three youngest children had been estranged from him since he orchestrated their ouster from the company.

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Roy died while traveling to Sweden to finalize a deal to acquire Waystar Royco.

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Logan Roy, Founder of Waystar Royco, Dies at 84 Leaving Waystar Royco without a Clear Successor

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