Jean-Luc Lagardère was a prominent French businessman born on March 18, 1927, in France. He is best known for founding the Lagardère Group, a major media and publishing conglomerate. Under his leadership, the company expanded into various sectors, including publishing, broadcasting, and sports management. Lagardère played a significant role in shaping the French media landscape. He was instrumental in acquiring several key companies, which helped the Lagardère Group grow into one of the largest media firms in Europe. He passed away on March 14, 2003, leaving a lasting legacy in the business world.