These Are The Wives Of The World’s Richest Men

The wealthiest men in the world have come to realize that money alone does not bring happiness. The true measure of a successful mogul is not just their next acquisition, but also the love of a good woman that drives them to achieve their riches. These billionaires have found their matches in equally powerful women who are accomplished in their own right.

From Wall Street to Silicon Valley, the cornucopia of capital is even greater when a woman is in the picture. Meet some of the extremely impressive women that these affluent men have chosen to stand by. These pairs give new meaning to the term “power couple.”

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Larry Page & Lucinda Southworth

Lucinda Southworth is married to Larry Page, the founder of Google and Alphabet CEO. She holds a PhD in Biomedical Informatics from Stanford University and is a scientist and researcher. The couple married on December 8th, 2007 on the secluded Caribbean island Necker, owned by Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson. Lucinda is actively involved in charitable work and has founded the Carl Victor Page Memorial Foundation, which has donated $15 million to fight the Ebola virus epidemic in West Africa. Additionally, she actively works with her mother's charitable organizations, the McLain Associations for Children and the Stepping Stones International Organization, which supports mentally and physically handicapped children.

Steve Wynn & Andrea Hissom

Andrea Hissom is married to real estate mogul Steve Wynn, the owner of Wynn Resorts and former CEO and chairman of Mirage Resorts. She started her career as a social worker, but her career in the social sector was short-lived as she tied the knot with Wynn on April 30th, 2011. Their courtship was not without controversy, as she first met Wynn in the French Riviera in 2008, when he was still married to his first wife, Elaine. Despite allegations of sexual misconduct in 2018, Andrea has remained by Wynn's side. She is also a great-niece of Ben Novack, the developer of the Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel, and is no stranger to the hospitality industry.

Bernard Arnault & Hélène Mercier

Hélène Mercier is married to French mogul Bernard Arnault, the chairman and CEO of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE. His net worth is estimated to be $72 billion, according to Forbes. Hélène is a talented pianist who began her musical studies at the Vienna Academy of Music at the age of 15 and continued her studies at the prestigious Juilliard School of Music in New York. She has recorded with the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and has performed with the New Japan Philharmonic. The couple met in 1990, when Arnault impressed her with his piano playing, and they were married on September 23rd, 1991.

Bernie Ecclestone & Fabiana Flosi

Fabiana Flosi is the third wife of Bernie Ecclestone, the former CEO of the Formula One Group. Despite being twice her age and half her height, the couple found love on a cruise trip around Croatia in 2009. Fabiana, from Sao Paulo, Brazil, has a passion for racing, as she has a background in race car driving. She worked for International Publicity, which promoted Brazilian Grand Prix, and later became the vice president of marketing for the racing company. They first met through the World Motor Sport Council. Fabiana studied law and has assisted Ecclestone with his Formula One legalities. The couple married in April 2012.

François-Henri Pinault & Salma Hayek

Salma Hayek is a well-known actress who is married to Francois-Henri Pinault, the CEO of Kering. The couple tied the knot in the famous Venice opera house, Teatro La Fenice, in 2009. Salma is actively involved in raising awareness about violence against women and discrimination against immigrants. Her own charity, the Salma Hayek Foundation, supports organizations that provide aid to and raise awareness for battered women. Since the birth of her daughter, the foundation has expanded its work to support disadvantaged children living on the streets in Mexico, who are dealing with issues such as drug abuse, violence, and a lack of education.

Mukesh Ambani & Nita Dalal

Nita Dalal is the wife of Mukesh Ambani, the chairman and managing director of Reliance Industries. She met Ambani when she was a schoolteacher and married him in 1985. Nita is actively involved in the family business and serves as the chairperson and founder of the Reliance Foundation. The Ambani family is among the richest in India, with an estimated fortune of $40 billion. She was recognized as "the most influential women business leader" in Asia by Forbes. Nita was the first Indian woman to become a member of the International Olympic Committee. As the co-owner of the Mumbai Indian cricket team, she led an "Education for All" initiative, helping 70,000 underprivileged children. Nita is also the founder and chairperson of the Dhirubhai Ambani International School in Mumbai.

Roman Abramovich & Dasha Zhukova

Dasha Zhukova married Roman Abramovich, the CEO of Millhouse Capital, in a secret 2008 ceremony. Zhukova was born in Moscow and is a philanthropist and businesswoman in her own right. She founded the Garage Museum of Contemporary Art, which supports the advancement of contemporary art and culture in Russia and internationally. Zhukova is also the editor-in-chief of Garage Magazine and the fashion zine Pop. She co-founded the fashion label Kova & T. Additionally, she is a founding member of the Culture Shed, a new performing arts center in New York. Unfortunately, Zhukova and Abramovich divorced in 2017.

Les Moonves & Julie Chen

Julie Chen, a news anchor and producer for CBS television, married Les Moonves, the former president of CBS, in 2004. Their relationship began while Moonves was still married to Nancy Wiesenfeld, which led to a controversial and scandal-filled courtship. Despite Moonves stepping down as CEO of CBS amid sexual misconduct allegations, Chen remains committed to him. In addition to her work at CBS, Chen hosts the reality show Big Brother and is a former moderator for the chat show The Talk.

Warren Buffet & Astrid Menks

Astrid Menks is the wife of Warren Buffet, the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. According to Forbes, Buffet's net worth is estimated at $88.3 billion. His former wife, Susan Thompson, introduced him to Astrid, a Latvian restaurant hostess and immigrant. The couple had an unconventional relationship, as Astrid became Buffet's live-in companion while he and Susan were still married, until her death in 2004. The trio would send out Christmas cards together, signed "Warren, Susan, and Astrid," according to The Daily Mail. Astrid and Buffet married in 2006 on his 76th birthday. Astrid is actively involved in her own charity work and contributes to the local zoo.

Michael Dell & Susan Dell

Susan Dell is married to Michael Dell, the founder and CEO of Dell Computers. She is the co-founder and chairperson of the board of the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, established in 1999. The foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of children and families living in urban poverty in the United States, India, and South Africa. Over the years, the foundation has committed $1.3 billion to nonprofits involved in these causes. Susan is also a competitive athlete who has participated in marathons, triathlons, and cycling races. She has held female records in several major Hawaii-based cycling races for over a decade. Additionally, Susan is a successful fashion mogul, having founded three fashion labels, including the ritzy luxury brand Phi in 2004.