Remembering Rocco Commisso: A Legacy of Cable TV and Soccer

Rocco Commisso, a prominent cable TV executive and owner of Italy's ACF Fiorentina, has passed away at the age of 76. His death was confirmed by Mediacom and the Italian soccer team, citing a prolonged period of medical treatment. Commisso founded Mediacom in 1995, focusing on underserved areas and growing it into the fifth largest cable company in the U.S. with over three million customers in 22 states. He was a billionaire and served as chairman and CEO of Mediacom until his passing.

Born in Calabria, Italy, Commisso moved to the U.S. at a young age and developed a passion for soccer while studying at Columbia University. He played for the Columbia Lions and later became a successful finance executive before founding Mediacom. Commisso was inducted into several halls of fame and received prestigious awards for his contributions to the cable industry.

Despite his success in the cable business, Commisso never lost his love for soccer. He acquired the New York Cosmos in 2017 and later purchased ACF Fiorentina, a Serie A team, in 2019. Commisso's dedication to Fiorentina and its fans was evident, and he became the team's president while managing Mediacom in New York.

Commisso's legacy in both the cable and soccer industries will be remembered, as he made significant contributions to both fields. His passion for soccer and commitment to Fiorentina will leave a lasting impact on the team and its supporters.