Richard Lugner is an Austrian businessman and construction magnate, best known for his ownership of the Lugner City shopping center in Vienna. He gained fame for his extravagant lifestyle and for inviting celebrities to the annual Vienna Opera Ball, where he often appears with a famous date. Lugner was born on October 11, 1932, in Vienna. He has been a prominent figure in Austrian media, known for his colorful personality and controversial statements. Over the years, he has also ventured into politics, running for various offices, and has made numerous television appearances, further solidifying his status as a public figure in Austria.