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Who is billionaire Francois-Henri Pinault? The man that could save Notre Dame

Francois-Henri Pinault
Francois-Henri Pinault has offered millions to French officials to rebuild the famous cathedral.[ Photo, Courtesy]

Francois-Henri Pinault is not just your typical celebrity husband. The billionaire, married to Salma Hayek, is his famed for his luxury fashion empire - which boats Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent on its books.

Now, he's pledged to donate a generous Sh10.2 billion (£90 million) to save Notre Dame, which was set ablaze during restoration works on Monday night - leaving the world devastated.

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