Alain Wertheimer

Born into a Jewish family on 28 September, 1948 in Paris, Italy, Alain Ernest Wertheimer inherited Chanel alongside his brother Gérard Wertheimer in 1996. Under his leadership, Chanel has expanded its global presence and diversified its portfolio, acquiring prestigious brands like Eres Lingerie and Holland & Holland. Known for his low-profile demeanor, Alain Wertheimer has steered Chanel through various challenges while maintaining its reputation for timeless elegance and innovation in haute couture.

There’s not much available publicly about Alain.

• Alain Wertheimer was born into a Jewish family.
• He is the son of Jacques Wertheimer and Eliane Fischer.
• His grandfather, Pierre Wertheimer, co-founded Chanel alongside Coco Chanel.
• Alain and his brother Gérard Wertheimer inherited Chanel.
• They have maintained a low public profile, focusing on managing Chanel and expanding its portfolio.

Alain keeps the information on his family very low-key.

• Alain Wertheimer is married to Brigitte Laloum, and they have three children:
• Sarah Wertheimer, married Pedro Romero Gonzalez in 2011
• Nathaniel Wertheimer, married Taya Alexandra Schmid in 2015
• Raphael Wertheimer
• They reside in New York City.
• Alain and his brother Gerard own vineyards in both France and Napa Valley, California.
• Their combined wealth, including their fortune, is overseen by their family office, Mousse Partners.