In news just in, long time couples Bill and Melinda Gates have decided to end their marriage after 27 years together.
Taking to social media, Bill Gates shared a statement detailing their plans for separation.
The statement read: “Over the last 27 years, we have raised three incredible children and build a foundation that works all over the world to enable all people to lead healthy, productive lives.
We continue to share a belief in that mission and will continue our work together at the foundation, but we no longer believe we can grow together as a couple in this next phase of our lives.
We ask for space and privacy for our family as we begin to navigate this new life.”
— Bill Gates (@BillGates) May 3, 2021
Bill and Melinda pledged to give away half of their wealth and with the help of Warren Buffet created the ‘Giving Pledge.’
They both served as co-chairs and trustees of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation for over 20 years. According to a website fact sheet, it has $46.8 billion in reserves, making it the world’s biggest private charity. Bill also holds 1.37 percent of Microsoft’s outstanding stock, which is worth $26 billion according to FactSet.
The former couple got married in 1994 after meeting at Microsoft where Melinda worked as a marketing manager.
Education: Computer Network Engineering, Computer Desktop Administration
Fave Song: Destiny's Child 'Dangerously in love'
Fave Colour: Grey.
With £1m what would you do: I would do my part to provide opportunities to the less fortunate. Then do my best to change the world in my own way through sports and talent building.
