Hollywood royalty and supermodel grace came together in the most heartwarming way as Salma Hayek proudly celebrated her stepson Augustin James Evangelista’s high school graduation, proving that blended families can thrive.
Augustin, or “Augie” to those closest to him, is the son of billionaire Kering CEO François-Henri Pinault and iconic ‘90s supermodel Linda Evangelista. While his parentage might be straight out of a fashion week finale, this milestone moment wasn’t about flashbulbs or fame.
A Celebration of Augie
Augie, now 18, graduated from a prestigious private high school in New Jersey. He was dressed in a classic blue cap and gown and flashed a grin. His big day was a rare public moment when three co-parents, bound by history and love for the same young man, showed the world how unity is done.
Salma Hayek took to Instagram to post a tribute. “Augie!!! We are so PROUD 🥹 of you,” she wrote. “Congratulations for becoming the extraordinary young man that you are and managing to still be our lovely boy. And congratulations to Linda, François and all the parents who got our babies up to this point. Easier said than done.”
Linda Evangelista also shared her joy on social media with a radiant caption: “Then this happened. 🎓♥️✨🙏🏻 I’m one proud momma. Blessed blessed blessed.”
If there were any lingering notions of tension between Hayek and Evangelista—there really haven’t been—this event crushed them once and for all. Instead, what we got was a snapshot of modern family harmony dressed in couture.
Salma stunned in a cream-colored pantsuit with a floral scarf, effortlessly elegant as always. Linda opted for a peach blazer with a matching skirt and black blouse, which was classic, clean, and perfect for the moment. As for proud dad François-Henri Pinault, he kept it sharp in a grey suit paired with a soft blue shirt.
Even A-listers from the fashion world, like Marc Jacobs and Mario Testino, chimed in with congratulations, underscoring just how loved this young man is across circles.
So, What’s Next for Augustin James?
While the world knows his parents, Augie’s next steps are still under wraps. Linda hasn’t confirmed if he’ll continue his education in the U.S. or relocate to Europe, but given his international background and family network, the options are wide open. And with Salma, Linda, and François-Henri cheering him on, Augie’s next chapter already looks promising.
François-Henri Pinault’s family is as international as his luxury empire. From his first marriage, he shares two children, François Jr. and Mathilde. Augustin was born during his relationship with Evangelista in 2006, and in 2007, he and Salma Hayek welcomed Valentina Paloma, now 17.
That’s four children from three relationships, yet the vibe isn’t fractured. It’s fluid, inclusive, and deeply supportive, with Salma and Linda showing what it looks like to prioritize the kids above all.
Congratulations, Augie. The world is yours. And judging by your support squad, you’re more than ready to take it on.