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Warren Buffett Reflects on Life and Gratitude at 95

11/25/2025

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Warren Buffett issued his Thanksgiving letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders, reflecting on life at age 95.
He recalls a near-death experience in 1938 when his family doctor Harley Hotz diagnosed him with appendicitis after reassuring him.
Buffett describes his time in St. Catherine’s Hospital, where he enjoyed attention from nuns and letters from classmates—particularly from girls.
The letter emphasizes gratitude and reflection as a core message for the holiday season.

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Story summary

Warren Buffett issued his Thanksgiving letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders, reflecting on life at age 95.
He recalls a near-death experience in 1938 when his family doctor Harley Hotz diagnosed him with appendicitis after reassuring him.
Buffett describes his time in St. Catherine’s Hospital, where he enjoyed attention from nuns and letters from classmates—particularly from girls.
The letter emphasizes gratitude and reflection as a core message for the holiday season.