Vicky Safra
Vicky Safra | |
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| Born | July 1, 1952 Greece |
| Occupation(s) | Philanthropist, billionaire |
| Years active | –present |
| Known for | Member of the Safra family, director of Joseph Safra Philanthropic Foundation |
Vicky Safra (; born 1 July 1952) is a billionaire of Greek origin and a prominent member of the Safra family.
Biography
Originally named Vicky Sarfati (Βίκυ Σαρφάτη) and born in Greece, she is the daughter of Alberto El Sarfaty and Fortunée (née Eskenazi). In 1969, she wed Joseph Safra (1938–2020), a banker of Brazilian-Lebanese descent. Following his passing in 2020, his wealth was inherited by her and their four offspring. Currently, Safra directs the Joseph Safra Philanthropic Foundation.
Holding Greek citizenship and living in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, she is mother to four children: Jacob J. Safra, Esther Safra Dayan, Alberto J. Safra, and David J. Safra. Jacob is responsible for global operations such as Safra National Bank of New York and Switzerland's J. Safra Sarasin, whereas David oversees Banco Safra in Brazil.
By December 2024, Forbes valued her personal fortune at approximately US$18 billion.