Gary Lubner

Gary Lubner (born 1959) is a British businessman and philanthropist, born in South Africa. He is the founder of the charitable foundation This Day and served as CEO of Belron, the parent company of Autoglass, from 2000 to 2023. He has been a major donor to the UK Labour Party.

Early life and education Lubner grew up in Johannesburg, South Africa, in a liberal Jewish family who fled Eastern Europe due to persecution. His grandfather initially earned a living selling glass from a wooden cart after arriving in South Africa. Anti-South African apartheid activities Prior to studying at the University of Cape Town, Lubner was conscripted into the South African police force, an experience he later described as instrumental in shaping his opposition to apartheid.

Philanthropy Through his foundation This Day, Lubner supports initiatives focused on education and equality.

Lubner has made contributions to charities working to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, as well as victims and families of the October 7 attacks. His philanthropic work also includes support for the United Jewish Israel Appeal, which focuses on educational and community development programs.

Brentford Football Club In July 2025, Lubner became a minority shareholder in Brentford Football Club, alongside English filmmaker Sir Matthew Vaughn. This investment was made by Lubner in collaboration with Vaughn's film company, MARV, into Best Intentions Analytics, the holding company for Brentford F.C. and Spanish club Mérida AD.

A motivation for Lubner's investment in Brentford F.C. was the work of the Brentford FC Community Sports Trust.

The club said the investment would support squad development and commercial growth and expand Brentford's impact locally and beyond.

Media responses In September 2024, Novara Media issued an apology to Lubner and his family following the publication of allegations in a video released earlier that year. The outlet stated that Lubner did not have ties to the Israeli government and referenced his past involvement in anti-apartheid activism.

In July 2025, The Canary issued an apology regarding allegations published about Lubner's political positions. The outlet acknowledged that the claims were inaccurate.