Antonio Vanuzzo and Daniele LepidoAug 2, 2026 – 4.00pmLeonardo Del Vecchio built one of Europe’s great business fortunes and tried to ensure it would survive him intact. Instead, family turmoil threatens to unravel his more than €40 billion ($65.8 billion) legacy.The founder of EssilorLuxottica designated eight heirs and entrusted a handful of long-time advisers to oversee the eyewear empire after his death.BloombergSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles