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Tampa businessman and advocate Joe Redner dies at 86

Joe Redner, known as Tampa's 'Strip Club King' and a local advocate, has died at age 86, family confirms.

Oct 17, 2026, 11:05 AM By the Genius Eye newsroom (City Reporter) · Fact-checkedHow we report

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Joe Redner, a prominent Tampa businessman and owner of Mons Venus, passed away at the age of 86, his family confirmed, according to WFLA 8.

Redner was a significant figure in Tampa's history, recognized not only for his business in the adult entertainment industry but also for his roles as a legal scholar, political provocateur, and advocate for medical marijuana, the Tampa Bay Times reported.

He was known locally as the 'Strip Club King' and was involved in various aspects of Tampa's cultural and political landscape.

Redner's contributions and activism left a notable impact on the Tampa Bay community, reflecting his diverse interests and commitments.

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