Ronald Lauder
Ronald Lauder, born in 1944, is an American businessman, philanthropist, and art collector. He is a scion of the Estée Lauder Companies dynasty, which was co-founded by his mother, Estée Lauder. Beyond his business achievements, Lauder is profoundly recognized for his passionate advocacy for Jewish causes and his commitment to combating anti-Semitism worldwide. A significant patron of the arts, he has amassed one of the largest private collections of modern and contemporary art, with a particular emphasis on works by Egon Schiele. As a dedicated benefactor, Lauder has made considerable contributions to various institutions, notably the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Neue Galerie, which he co-founded.