About Michel d'Ornano
Lived 1924 – 1991 (aged 66). Michel d'Ornano was a French politician and jurist.
Michel d'Ornano (12 July 1924 – 8 March 1991) was a French politician.
Early life Count d'Ornano was born in Paris on 12 July 1924. He was a son of Count Guillaume d'Ornano, a co-founder of Lancôme in 1935 (which was acquired by L'Oreal in 1964). His younger brother was Count Hubert d'Ornano.
He was a descendant of both Marie Walewska and Philippe Antoine d'Ornano.
Career He was a founder of the perfume houses of Jean d'Albret and, with his brother Hubert, Orlane. She was later installed as mayor of Deauville. They were the parents of Catherine d'Ornano and Jean-Guillaume d'Ornano. After his death, in 1991, she became president of the Regional Council of Calvados.
Legacy The Stade Michel d'Ornano in Caen was named after him.
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Who was Michel d'Ornano?
French politician (1924–1991)
When was Michel d'Ornano born?
Michel d'Ornano was born on 12 July 1924 in Paris.
When did Michel d'Ornano die?
Michel d'Ornano died on 8 March 1991 in Saint-Cloud.
What was Michel d'Ornano's occupation?
Michel d'Ornano was a politician and jurist.
What nationality was Michel d'Ornano?
Michel d'Ornano was French.
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