Charles Saatchi (; ; born 9 June 1943) is a British businessman and the co-founder with his brother
Maurice of advertising agency
Saatchi & Saatchi. The brothers led the business – the world's largest advertising agency in the 1980s – until they were forced out in 1995. In the same year, the brothers formed a new agency called
M&C Saatchi. Charles is also known for his art collection and for owning
Saatchi Gallery, and in particular for his sponsorship of the
Young British Artists (YBAs), including
Damien Hirst and
Tracey Emin.