About Douglas Rae
Lived 1931 – 2018 (aged 87). Douglas Rae was a British businessperson.
Duncan Douglas Foulds Rae (14 June 1931 – 23 June 2018), commonly known as Douglas Rae, was a Scottish businessman. He was chairman of the Golden Casket confectionery corporation (best known for Buchanan's Toffees and Millions), as well as chairman of Greenock Morton. He was appointed OBE in the 2016 Birthday Honours.
In April 2018, Rae stood down as chairman of Morton and handed the reins to his son Crawford, who also runs Golden Casket.
He died on 23 June 2018 at the age of 87.
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Who was Douglas Rae?
Scottish businessman (1931-2018)
When was Douglas Rae born?
Douglas Rae was born on 14 June 1931.
When did Douglas Rae die?
Douglas Rae died on 23 June 2018.
What was Douglas Rae's occupation?
Douglas Rae was a businessperson.
What nationality was Douglas Rae?
Douglas Rae was British.
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· DBpedia: Douglas Rae (businessman)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Douglas Rae. https://biography.guide/douglas-rae-businessperson/
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