Ralph Lauren & Family

Ralph Lauren & Family (#215)

When I design a collection I have a heroine in mind. She is the star of my movie.

$ 14 B
Apparel
United States
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86 Years

About Me

Ralph Lauren is executive chairman and chief creative officer of Ralph Lauren, his all-American fashion empire. He controls 85% of the voting rights. Lauren started the business in 1967 from a tiny office at the Empire State building. His first breakthrough came when Neiman Marcus ordered 1,200 ties. He stepped down from his position as CEO in 2015. His son, David, is chief branding and innovation officer. Born in the Bronx to Jewish immigrants, Ralph Lifshitz, as he was then known, worked as a part-time stock boy at a department store as a teenager. For 30 years, Lauren has supported breast cancer research, cofounding Georgetown's Nina Hyde Center for Breast Cancer Research in 1989.

Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Ralph Lauren & Family’s rise and global influence.

#208 Billionaires (2026)
#96 Forbes 400 (2025)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking Ralph Lauren & Family’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

Current Net Worth: $13.9B (May 4, 2026)