Charlene de Carvalho is the daughter of the Dutch brewer's former boss, the late Freddy Heineken, and she has an estimated net worth of $17.3 billion in July 2019. He died in 2002, leaving his fortune to his daughter, who lives in London and Switzerland with her banker husband, Michel, 66. She Inherited 25% stake in the Dutch brewer Heineken.The company has more than 170 premium brands in more than 65 countries. Mother of 5, studied law at the University of Leiden. Enjoys photography, music and architecture. She is also a member of St. Moritz's elite Corviglia Ski Club. A delegate member of Heineken's board of directors; her husband, investment banker Michel de Carvalho, sits on the supervisory board.

The family has a minority stake in the brewer but, because of the complex voting structure, retains control of the firm. That stake is worth £5.1 billion. Since 2000 the De Carvalhos have received £580m in dividends after tax and spending.