Liliane Betterncourt is the richest women in the world, her wealth surpasses not only the living women but even she has more wealth than any women who have ever walked on the face of the earth. This makes her the richest women in the history of mankind.
You may have never heard her name but you will recognize the name of her famous brand “ L’Oréal”. She has a net worth of $39.5 billion. She is the 14th wealthiest person and the richest women.
She was born in French capital Paris in 1922 in the house of French businessmen who established the largest cosmetic company L’Oreal. He died in 1957, after which the shares were divided between the family members.
The second richest woman in the world is Alice Walton who is the daughter of Wal-Mart founder Sam Walton. She worth’s $33.8 billion and is the 17th richest person in the world.
Most of the women in the richest person listed have gained their wealth through their fathers or husband.