Kilian Hennessy

Entrepreneur

Birthday February 19, 1907

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace Paris, France

DEATH DATE Oct 1, 2010 (103)

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About

Descendant of the founder of the Hennessy Cognac company, he took over the role of CEO in 1970. He started the companies merger with Moet & Chandon in 1971, which later in 1987 merged with Louis Vuitton to create LVMH. He was on the advisory board for the massive luxury conglomerate until his death.

Before Fame

He was a direct fifth generation descendant of the founder of Hennessy Cognac, Richard Hennessy. Richard was Irish but was exiled to France for his political orientation, where the family would continue to live for generations.

Trivia

His grandson who goes by the same name, founded a niche perfume company called By Kilian in 2016.

Family Life

He had three children, Giles, Gerald, and Moira.

Associated With

He is most commonly associated with Bernard Arnault, who is the CEO of LVMH.