Animal Capital Closes $33 Million Fund Backed By Investors Including Paris Hilton And Mark Wahlberg

Animal Capital, a New York-based early-stage venture capital firm, has closed its third fund with approximately $33 million in commitments. This fund signifies a substantial increase from its previous funds of $13 million and $16 million.

Summary of transaction details:

• Deal Type: Fund Closing
• Transaction Amount: $33,000,000
• Founders: Marshall Sandman
• Headquarters: New York
• Notable Investors: Paris Hilton, Christina Aguilera, Mark Wahlberg, James Corden, MrBeast, Pete Davidson, Kevin Mayer, Justin Kan, Gary Cohn, Rich Miner, Taylor Fritz

The firm, led by Marshall Sandman and Managing Partner Dylann Sands, invests in U.S.-based technology startups aimed at enhancing consumer experiences. It has a portfolio that includes high-growth companies such as Whatnot, Colossal Biosciences, Whoop, Whop, and Underdog Sports.