Denise Eich Austrian American-born singer-songwriter, socialite and philanthropist Date of Birth: 26.01.1944 Country: Great Britain

1. Biography of Denise Rich
2. Music Career
3. Gabrielle's Angel Foundation for Cancer Research
4. Personal Life
5. Renunciation of US Citizenship and Life in London

Biography of Denise Rich

Denise Rich, born Denise Eisenberg, is an Austrian singer, songwriter, socialite, and philanthropist. She was born on January 26, 1944, in Worcester, Massachusetts, USA.

Music Career

In 1984, Rich wrote the lyrics for the song "Frankie," which became a hit for the R&B group Sister Sledge in 1986. Afterward, Denise continued to work as a songwriter, with her songs being recorded by artists such as Phyllis Hyman, Celine Dion, Diana Ross, Natalie Cole, Jessica Simpson, Chaka Khan, and others. Her work was nominated for a Grammy Award three times, including the song "Don't Waste Your Time" by Aretha Franklin and Mary J. Blige. Denise also co-wrote the international hit "Candy" performed by pop singer Mandy Moore.

Gabrielle's Angel Foundation for Cancer Research

Denise and her former husband, Marc Rich, experienced a family tragedy when their daughter, Gabrielle Rich Aouad, passed away from leukemia at the age of 27. Following this devastating loss, Denise and Philip Aouad, Gabrielle's widower, founded the "G&P" foundation for cancer research. The organization was later renamed "Gabrielle's Angel Foundation for Cancer Research."

Personal Life

Denise met her husband, Marc Rich, on a blind date arranged by her father, Emil Eisenberg, a wealthy shoe manufacturer. They married in 1996 and had three children together: Daniella, Ilona, and Gabrielle. However, their marriage ended in divorce in 1996. Marc Rich was later pardoned in 2001 by former President Bill Clinton, with accusations against him including tax evasion that Denise did not pay before leaving the country in 1983. The House of Representatives' investigative committee concluded that Denise Rich's contributions to Clinton's presidential campaign influenced the decision to pardon Marc Rich.

Renunciation of US Citizenship and Life in London

In 2012, it was announced that Denise Rich had renounced her US citizenship. At the age of 68, she became an Austrian citizen through her late father. Her maiden name, Eisenberg, appeared in the Federal Register's quarterly list of Americans who renounced their citizenship. Denise's lawyer stated that she took this step to be closer to her family and her longtime love. Today, Denise resides in London, where she enjoys the benefits of Austrian citizenship, including favorable tax regulations for citizens who spend six months outside the country.