Who Owned Secretariat
Secretariat was owned by Penny Chenery, who managed Meadow Stable in Virginia. She bred and raced the horse under the Meadow Stable name. Her father, Christopher Chenery, originally founded the stable before she took over operations.
Is the Secretariat Owner Still Alive
Penny Chenery passed away on September 16, 2017. She died at the age of 95 in her home in Chesapeake, Virginia. At the time of her death, she was widely recognized as the owner of the Triple Crown winner.
What Happened After Secretariat
After Secretariat retired from racing, he stood at stud at Claiborne Farm in Kentucky. Meadow Stable continued to operate under the Chenery family for some time. Today, Secretariat remains one of the most famous racehorses in history, and his legacy is documented by organizations such as the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame.
