Doris Fisher, Co-Founder of The Gap, Passes Away at 94
Beloved Gap co-founder Doris Fisher who started iconic brand with her husband dies aged 94
Mail Online
Image: Mail Online
Doris Fisher, co-founder of The Gap, has died at the age of 94. She and her late husband Don started the iconic clothing brand in 1969, which grew into a global retail giant with over 3,500 stores. Fisher was known for her commitment to philanthropy and her influence on American fashion.
- 01Doris Fisher co-founded The Gap in 1969 with her husband Don, starting from a single store in San Francisco.
- 02The Gap grew into a retail giant with $15.4 billion in sales and over 3,500 stores worldwide.
- 03Fisher was a pioneer for women in business, serving as the company's fashion merchandiser for nearly four decades.
- 04She was actively involved in philanthropy, supporting educational initiatives and art collections.
- 05Fisher is survived by three sons, 10 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren, continuing her legacy.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Doris Fisher, the co-founder of The Gap, passed away at the age of 94, as confirmed by a spokesperson on Monday. Fisher, alongside her late husband Don, started the brand in 1969 after he struggled to find jeans that fit. The Gap evolved into a major retail chain with $15.4 billion in sales and over 3,500 stores globally, including subsidiaries like Banana Republic and Old Navy. Fisher was not only a key figure in the company's merchandising but also a trailblazer for women in entrepreneurship. Her family stated that she lived her values and shaped generations through her love and commitment. Beyond her business acumen, Fisher was deeply involved in philanthropy, contributing to educational programs and art collections. She is survived by her three sons, ten grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren, who continue her philanthropic legacy.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Doris Fisher's passing marks the end of an era for The Gap and highlights her contributions to American fashion and philanthropy, which may inspire future entrepreneurs, especially women.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
What impact do you think Doris Fisher had on the fashion industry?
Connecting to poll...
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.

