Françoise Bettencourt Meyers, heiress to the L’Oréal cosmetics empire, has an estimated fortune of nearly $74.8 billion, making her the richest woman in the world.
Despite her immense wealth, she leads a remarkably modest lifestyle and avoids showcasing her riches.
From a young age, Françoise was more interested in playing the piano and studying the Bible than in her family’s finances.
However, her perspective changed in the early 2000s when a fraudster attempted to steal her mother’s fortune. This incident prompted her to take control of her financial affairs.
Today, Françoise prefers a private life, focusing on family and business rather than attending social events.
She is also deeply committed to philanthropy, managing the Bettencourt Schueller Foundation, which supports scientific and cultural research in France and assists families with autistic children.
Owning 33% of L’Oréal stock, she has successfully increased her wealth since inheriting $39.5 billion from her mother in 2017.
Additionally, she is passionate about helping the deaf community and has supported Ific, an organization that provides cochlear implants.
She even co-authored the book “Hearing for Dummies.” Her modest fashion choices further reflect her humble demeanor, often surprising those who learn of her influence.
