Thomas Carlyle Ford, better known as Tom Ford, was born in Austin, Texas, on August 27, 1961. His parents, Shirley Burton and Thomas David Ford both worked as realtors. He spent his early years in Texas, growing up in San Marcos, outside of Austin, as well as in the suburbs of Houston.
At age eleven, his family moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico. He graduated from Santa Fe Preparatory School in 1979. He then moved to New York City with the intention of studying art history at New York University but dropped out after only a year to focus on pursuing an acting career, especially in television commercials. Later, he began studying interior architecture at Parsons The New School for Design.
Tom Ford Net Worth
Tom Ford is ranked as the 18th Richest Designer in the world by wealthygorilla.com with an estimated net worth of $500 million.
The majority of his wealth was accumulated whilst working for Gucci and YSL as a creative director, and his own fashion brand, Tom Ford.
Is Tom Ford a billionaire?
His own label also significantly boosted his credibility and demand within the industry. His work with Gucci and other prestigious brands secured his place in the fashion and retail world.
Tom Ford is not yet a millionaire