Stella McCartney, daughter of the late musician Paul McCartney and activist Linda McCartney, has long been a celebrated name in fashion. At 54, she is renowned for her work with brands like Chloe, her eponymous perfume Stella, and collaborations with companies such as Adidas. She also founded the Stella McCartney Cares Foundation in 2018, supporting breast cancer initiatives.
Stella’s personal life has drawn attention recently after her appearance in the documentary Paul McCartney, Man on the Run, where she spoke about her mother Linda’s struggles and resilience while performing with Paul’s band, Wings.
She is married to Alasdhair Willis, and together they have four children.
Who Is Alasdhair Willis?
Alasdhair Willis has made a name for himself in the design and fashion world.
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Current Role: Chief Creative Officer at Adidas since March 2022. He has been credited with shaping a new era of design and brand leadership at the company.
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Past Roles:
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Worked at Wallpaper magazine during the 1990s, focusing on lifestyle, architecture, and design.
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Founded furniture design company Established & Sons in 2005.
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Served as Creative Director for the British footwear brand Hunter, known for its iconic boots.
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Willis’ design expertise spans fashion, lifestyle, and sportswear, making him a creative force behind some of the biggest brands in the industry.
How Stella McCartney And Alasdhair Willis Met
The couple first crossed paths in the 2000s when Alasdhair worked as a consultant for Stella’s fashion brand.
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Their initial meeting happened over a breakfast business meeting.
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According to Alasdhair, he contacted Stella later that afternoon, unsure if she would respond—but she did.
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Since then, the couple has maintained a strong relationship built on friendship, mutual respect, and shared creative vision.
Marriage And Family
Stella McCartney and Alasdhair Willis married in 2003 at the Isle of Bute. They are parents to four children:
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Miller (2005)
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Bailey (2006)
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Beckett (2008)
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Riley (2010)
Stella has often credited her role as a mother with inspiring her clothing lines, emphasizing sustainability and responsibility for future generations.
“This next generation is beginning to challenge conventions and is becoming more conscious of their impact on this environment,” she said in an interview.
