The phrase "oil tycoon" refers to a person who has become incredibly rich and powerful by owning or controlling a significant portion of the oil industry. Full definition
Though the film already wrapped and is set to hit theaters on December 22, the director decided to re-shoot Spacey's scenes with actor Christopher Plummer, who will now take over the role of oil tycoon J. Paul Getty. (vanityfair.com)
In an unprecedented move, Scott announced he was replacing Spacey with veteran stage and screen actor Christopher Plummer in the role of oil tycoon J. Paul Getty. (cbc.ca)
NEW YORK — A man who posed as a millionaire oil tycoon to scam women on internet dating sites out (singlesdatematch.com)