Maritsa Lazari
Maritsa Lazari | |
|---|---|
| Born | Error: Need valid birth date: year, month, day Cyprus |
| Occupation | Business magnate |
| Known for | Co-founder and director of Lazari Investments |
Maritsa Lazari (born October 1943) is a British business magnate of Cypriot origin and a billionaire. She was married to Chris Lazari, also a Cyprus-born British billionaire and property developer, until his passing in 2015. As of May 2022, her estimated net worth stood at approximately US$2.7 billion.
Early life
Lazari was born in Cyprus in October 1943 and relocated to London with her family when she was 16 years old. In 1965, she met and wed Chris Lazari.
Career
Chris Lazari initially created the successful fashion label Drendie Girl, and in 1978, the couple channeled its earnings into commercial real estate investments. Since the founding of their property investment company, Lazari Investments, Maritsa has served as a director and is acknowledged as one of its founders. The firm holds ownership of various commercial and residential properties across London, including the prominent Brunswick Centre.
Personal life
Maritsa lives in London alongside their three children. In 2017, the family launched the Christo Lazari Foundation with the purpose of supporting causes related to Cyprus, the Greek Orthodox community, and healthcare. Among its contributions, the Foundation gifted £3.25 million worth of investment property to Radiomarathan, a charity focused on children's welfare.