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Chris Ilitch Wife: Who Is Kelle Ilitch?

Author

Emily Cortez

Published Feb 28, 2026

Kelle Ilitch is best known as the wife of Ilitch Holdings, Inc. CEO and President Christopher Ilitch. They got married in a modest wedding ceremony in 2001, The couple first met in 1995. They have 3 children together.

Kelle is a certified Pilates instructor who co-founded the Pure Element Pilates studio and shops in Michigan. She and her business partner Laura Cronberger founded the studio in 2008 and created lessons for people of all ages and body kinds.

Kelle appears to have turned her attention to philanthropy and the Ilitch family business. Kelle is a member of the Board of Directors for Ilitch Charities, a non-profit organisation.

The Detroit-based group has donated more than $35 million to other non-profit organisations and invested in the community. Kelle Ilitch also works at the Detroit Children’s Fund as a Child & Education Advocate.

Kelle and her husband, Christopher, were inducted into the Catch Charity’s Hall of Fame. They were recognised for their devotion and dedication to assisting youngsters in the community.