Despite their last name and booming bank accounts, Jimmy Buffett and Warren Buffett have no familial relation. However, that hasn’t stopped them from joking about it. In 2005, Jimmy told the Wall Street Journal, “Warren leaves messages for ‘Cousin Jimmy’ and always has.” He added that he calls the business magnate “Uncle Warren” in return. The pair first met in the 1980s and kept in touch over the phone, chatting about business and supporting each other’s ventures throughout the years.
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In addition to Jimmy having shares in Berkshire Hathaway, Warren made it out to the 2004 grand opening of the Cheeseburger in Paradise location in his native Omaha, Nebraska. Jimmy’s company founded the restaurant chain in 2002, as well as the Margaritaville Cafe in 1985. At the Omaha opening, Jimmy served Warren with the joint’s first cheeseburger and the duo put on a performance, with Warren revealing his ukulele skills. While they might not have been blood relatives, the Buffetts’ last name combined with their business acumen and musical talent brought them together and created a lifelong friendship.
