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Hermès Billionaire to Leave Billions to Gardener, Cut Ties with Charity
wealthinheritance2 years ago

Hermès Billionaire to Leave Billions to Gardener, Cut Ties with Charity

Nicolas Puech, an 80-year-old descendant of the Hermes founder and worth $13 billion, plans to leave more than $6 billion to his male servant, former gardener, and handyman. This decision has caused controversy as Puech had previously made a contract with the Isocrates Foundation to leave his fortune to the organization. However, Puech intends to adopt his gardener, making him his only son and eligible for the massive inheritance.

"Billionaire's Unconventional Inheritance Plan: Gardener Set to Inherit Hermes Fortune"
wealth-and-philanthropy2 years ago

"Billionaire's Unconventional Inheritance Plan: Gardener Set to Inherit Hermes Fortune"

Nicolas Puech, a descendant of the founder of luxury goods company Hermes, is reportedly seeking to adopt his middle-aged gardener and leave him at least half of his €12 billion fortune, instead of bequeathing it to the Isocrates Foundation. The foundation, which supports public interest journalism and civil society organizations, is contesting the cancellation of the inheritance contract. Puech owns 5.7% of Hermes and his stake is valued at around €12 billion. The Hermes family is ranked as the world's third wealthiest.

"Billionaire's Unconventional Inheritance Plan: Gardener Set to Inherit Hermes Fortune"
wealth-and-philanthropy2 years ago

"Billionaire's Unconventional Inheritance Plan: Gardener Set to Inherit Hermes Fortune"

Nicolas Puech, a descendant of the founder of luxury goods company Hermes, is reportedly seeking to adopt his middle-aged gardener and leave him at least half of his €12 billion fortune, instead of bequeathing it to the Isocrates Foundation. The foundation, which supports public interest journalism and civil society organizations, is contesting the cancellation of the inheritance contract, stating that it is void and unfounded. Puech owns 5.7% of Hermes and his stake is worth around €12 billion. The Hermes family is ranked as the world's third wealthiest.

Hermès Heir to Give $7 Billion Fortune to 51-Year-Old Gardener
wealth-and-inheritance2 years ago

Hermès Heir to Give $7 Billion Fortune to 51-Year-Old Gardener

Nicolas Puech, the 80-year-old heir to the Hermès fortune, is reportedly planning to give his $7 billion wealth to his 51-year-old gardener, whom he intends to legally adopt. Puech, who has no children of his own, has already initiated the adoption process with the gardener. He also plans to pass down $5.9 million in properties. Puech left the supervisory board for Hermès in 2014 and currently owns between 5% and 6% of the luxury brand.

Gardener's Hand and Vision Lost in Torrance Firework Accident
accidents2 years ago

Gardener's Hand and Vision Lost in Torrance Firework Accident

A gardener in Torrance lost his hand and suffered severe injuries after picking up what he thought was trash but turned out to be an illegal firework that exploded. Home surveillance cameras captured the gruesome incident, with fingers and flesh scattered on the street. A neighbor rushed to help and applied a strap to the gardener's arm. The object, initially mistaken for a golf ball, was likely a leftover firework from the Fourth of July. The victim's family has started a GoFundMe campaign to assist with medical expenses.