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LEXINGTON, Ky., Dec 11, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ --
Tempur-Pedic International Inc. (NYSE: TPX), the leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of premium mattresses and pillows worldwide, announced that it was informed last night by TA Associates, Inc. (TA) that funds managed by TA (the TA Funds) have made distributions to their partners of a total of approximately 4.25 million shares of Tempur-Pedic International common stock. TA is in the process of completing Form 4 filings in connection with this distribution.
The Company further noted that the TA Funds acquired these shares in connection with their original investment in the Company in November 2002.
About the Company
Tempur-Pedic International Inc. (NYSE: TPX) manufactures and distributes mattresses and pillows made from its proprietary TEMPUR(R) pressure-relieving material. It is the worldwide leader in premium sleep, the fastest growing segment of the estimated $13 billion global mattress market. The Company is focused on developing, manufacturing and marketing advanced sleep surfaces that help improve the quality of life for people around the world. The Company's products are currently sold in over 70 countries under the TEMPUR(R) and Tempur-Pedic(R) brand names. World headquarters for Tempur-Pedic International is in Lexington, KY. For more information, visit http://www.tempurpedic.com or call 800-805-3635.
Investor Relations Contact:
Tempur-Pedic Investor Relations
800-805-3635
SOURCE Tempur-Pedic International Inc.
http://www.tempurpedic.com
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