Hélène Mercier and Bernard Arnault
Occasionally, two individuals of comparable fame find themselves united. Hélène Mercier, a globally recognized concert pianist, crossed paths with French fashion mogul Bernard Arnault at a dinner gathering 1989. Interestingly, Arnault opted to showcase his piano skills for her on that occasion — a rather audacious move.
Their union took place in 1990, and in 2021, Arnault surpassed Jeff Bezos to become the world's wealthiest person. With a busy itinerary, Mercier continues to perform in nearly 20 concerts annually, dedicating two to six hours each day to honing her craft.
