Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Cosmetics Industry Icon Leonard A. Lauder, Chairman Emeritus, The Estée Lauder Companies, Passes Away
It is with deep sadness that The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. announces that Chairman Emeritus Leonard A. Lauder passed away on June 14, at the age of 92, surrounded by family. Leonard A. Lauder was born in 1933 in New York City, the oldest son of Estée and Joseph H. Lauder, the founders of The Estée Lauder Companies. Mr. Lauder served as President of The Estée Lauder Companies from 1972 to 1995 and as Chief Executive Officer from 1982 through 1999. He was named Chairman in 1995 and served in that role through June 2009.
A legendary brand builder, Mr. Lauder led the launch of many brands including Aramis, Clinique, and Lab Series, among others. Until his death, he remained deeply involved in the company’s acquisition strategy, including the acquisitions of Aveda, Bobbi Brown, Jo Malone London, La Mer, and M.A.C.
For more information see “Cosmetics Industry Icon Leonard A. Lauder, Chairman Emeritus, The Estée Lauder Companies, Passes Away,” Estée Lauder, June 15, 2025.
Special thanks to Lewis Saret (Attorney, Washington, D.C.) for bringing this article to my attention.
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