Eliette von Karajan

Eliette von Karajan (née Mouret; born 13 August 1932) is a former French fashion model, first discovered by Christian Dior when she was 18. She is also known as the wife of conductor Herbert von Karajan. As a widow, she is a prominent patron of the arts and a promoter of her deceased husband's artistic legacy. She has established several artistic foundations and institutes. Von Karajan served as president of the Karajan Foundation Salzburg Easter Festival until 2020. Since then, she has served as honorary president.