François-Henri Pinault is the chairman of Kering, the French luxury group behind Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent, and Balenciaga, and the president of the family holding company Artémis. As of early 2026, he has led the group for two decades, most recently stepping into the board chair role in September 2025. This profile examines his career, net worth, and the public curiosity surrounding his marriage to actress Salma Hayek, drawing on corporate records, business media, and biographical sources.
Last checked: 2026-07-26
Full Name: François-Henri Pinault · Title: Chairman of Kering Board of Directors (since September 2025) · Date of Birth: 28 May 1962 · Spouse: Salma Hayek (married)
How we researched this
Last checked: 2026-07-26.
Sources reviewed: official company site, encyclopedia, business magazine, news media, social media.
We did not interview the subject, visit Kering headquarters, or independently verify personal net worth beyond family estimates.
Snapshot: François-Henri Pinault
- 64 years (born 28 May 1962) (Wikipedia)
- Since September 2025 (less than 1 year as of 2026) (Kering)
- Forbes billionaires list (François Pinault & family) (Business Insider Africa)
- At least two: a son (from previous relationship) and a daughter with Salma Hayek (Vanity Fair France)
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Full Name | François-Henri Pinault |
| Title | Chairman of Kering Board of Directors (since September 2025) |
| Date of Birth | 28 May 1962 |
| Spouse | Salma Hayek (married 2009) |
| Education | HEC Paris (Kering) |
| Father | François Pinault, founder of Kering and Artémis (Wikipedia |