heiress

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It was eventually sold for $85 million in 2011 to Formula 1 heiress Petra Ecclestone.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 20, 2026

That same year, he married Jane Lauder, an executive at Estée Lauder and an heiress to one of America’s wealthiest families.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

The heiress previously acknowledged criticism she got online for her privileged position.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

A woman allegedly posed as an heiress and scammed nearly $30 million from banks and institutions in Los Angeles and Orange counties, according to authorities.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 9, 2025

“He chose an heiress from Seatown — I do not even know her name.”

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo