About Francine Cousteau
Born 1946. Francine Cousteau is a French businessperson.
Francine Cousteau (née Triplet; born 1946) is the president of the non-profit organization Cousteau Society, and is the widow of oceanographer Jacques-Yves Cousteau. She is the mother of Jacques Cousteau's third and fourth children, Diane and Pierre-Yves.
After Jacques Cousteau's death, Francine became involved in legal battles with family members regarding her husband's financial and spiritual legacies, as well as the salvage and use of RV Calypso whose fixing and refurbishing has never materialized since its sinking and recovery in bad condition in 1996.
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Who is Francine Cousteau?
French nonoprofit executive
When was Francine Cousteau born?
Francine Cousteau was born on 12 January 1946 in Limoges.
What is Francine Cousteau's occupation?
Francine Cousteau is a businessperson.
What nationality is Francine Cousteau?
Francine Cousteau is French.
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