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Governor, First Partner statement on the passing of Doris Fisher | Governor of California

Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom have issued a formal statement mourning the passing of Doris Fisher, the co-founder of Gap Inc. and a renowned figure in the California art and business communities. The statement highlights her transition from a retail novice to a global business leader who, alongside her husband Don, expanded Gap into an international powerhouse with over 3,000 stores, driven by her keen eye for fashion and consumer needs.