What Happened Between Them
The couple divorced in 1994 after a contentious split over assets and control of Gucci. Reggiani was convicted of hiring a hitman to kill Gucci, receiving a 29-year prison sentence that was later reduced.
Why Their Story Matters in Business and Finance
The case highlighted risks in family-owned businesses, succession disputes, and the financial impact of high-profile crime on luxury brands. It remains a widely cited example in discussions of corporate governance and brand value.
For more background, see the overview at Britannica.
