Francois-Henri Pinault

François-Henri Pinault is a remarkable French businessman and CEO.

Early Accomplishments

While he was still studying at the university, François cofounded a company called CRM, which has passed the test of time and is still running till date.

Best Known For

He has attained the most recognition as both the chairman and CEO of the Kering Foundation, which used to go by the name, PPR Corporate Foundation.

Sexual Orientation

François is straight. For 9 years, he was married to the French horse rider, Virginie Coupérie-Eiffel but their union, unfortunately, ended in 2004. After his divorce was finalized, he gave love another try as he was romantically linked with the Canadian model, Linda Evangelista, but they broke up a year later.

Family

François is his father's namesake, who was a very successful businessman who founded Pinault Distribution. In 2009, the famous actress and producer, Salma Hayek became a member of his family as they tied the knot. From his previous marriage to Virginie, François had 2 children and then later had a child from a past relationship with Linda. With his current wife, he has a child named Valentina.

Religion

François is not very outspoken when it comes to his religious inclinations. Therefore we can neither adequately provide information on his religious upbringing, nor his personal beliefs and convictions.

Worth To Know

François has always been immersed in the business field as he created a path for his future while attending the HEC Paris business school.

His company owns fashion brand Balenciaga.

His net worth is estimated at $25.5 billion.