Ronald Perelman

Ronald Perelman (#2550)

As I grew, it became very clear to me that what I do, I am not doing alone. I am placed in situations with opportunities that others are not. I don't believe that that is happenstance. I believe that there is a God that has a plan for me.

$ 2 B
Leveraged buyouts
United States
M
83 Years

About Me

Ronald Perelman is a dealmaker who built a fortune with a diverse array of holdings, from candy to cosmetics. Perelman sold assets worth billions of dollars to pay off debt in late 2020 after the Covid-19 pandemic ravaged his businesses. He was a longtime shareholder of cosmetics giant Revlon but lost his holdings during its 2023 bankruptcy proceedings. His daughter Debra was the firm's CEO from 2018 to 2023. Perelman learned about business from his father. He attended board meetings with him while in elementary school. He is a prolific art collector who has sold off much of his collection in recent years.

Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Ronald Perelman’s rise and global influence.

#2481 Billionaires (2026)
#103 Forbes 400 (2020)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking Ronald Perelman’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

Current Net Worth: $1.6B (May 4, 2026)