Alfonso Fanjul Jr., a Cuban American sugar baron who helped build one of the world's largest sugar empires, has died at 89. With his brother, he presided over a family business that includes the world's largest cane sugar refiner and iconic brands like Domino and C&H.

The Fanjul family fled Cuba after the revolution and rebuilt their fortune in Florida. Alfonso Jr. and his brother José expanded the company into a global sugar powerhouse, with operations spanning from the Dominican Republic to the United States.

Under their leadership, the company became a dominant force in the sweetener industry, supplying sugar to millions of households. The Fanjul family's political influence was also notable, with ties to U.S. presidents and Cuban-American causes.

Alfonso Fanjul Jr. is survived by his children and grandchildren. His legacy is defined by building a sugar empire that reshaped the industry.