Jeepers Posted May 3, 2021 Share Posted May 3, 2021 I'm not sure where to put this. Feel free to move. This could get interesting! Bill, Melinda Gates announce split after nearly 30 years together Microsoft founder Bill Gates and his wife, Melinda, will separate after 27 years together, the billionaire announced on Monday, ending a marriage that launched a globe-spanning philanthropic and humanitarian empire. Via Twitter, Gates — one of the world's wealthiest men — said that he and his wife remain committed to their "mission" as philanthropists, but "we no longer believe we can grow together as a couple in this next phase of our lives." The Microsoft founder, who emerged as a leading voice in the fight against COVID-19 and frequently weighs in on matters impacting the environment and developing nations, currently sits at number four on Forbes' list of the wealthiest people, with an estimated net worth of over $130 billion as of Monday. The Gates' divorce raises questions about how one of the world's largest fortunes will be divided, but Amazon (AMZN) founder Jeff Bezos provides a useful test case of how the fruits of the Gates' union will be divided: Bezos' split from ex-wife Mackenzie Scott resulted in the latter instantly becoming the one of the wealthiest women in the world. Bill, Melinda Gates announce split after nearly 30 years together [Video] (aol.com) Quote Link to comment
Homesteader Posted May 7, 2021 Share Posted May 7, 2021 One commentator said it best ... "Gates wants to rule the world but he can't even rule his own family." 2 Quote Link to comment
Mother Posted May 7, 2021 Share Posted May 7, 2021 I’m not sure that’s a apt statement. Perhaps they are divorcing specifically because he DID try to rule his family. Loving husbands do not rule their wives or their families. They partner lovingly with them. Quote Link to comment
Jeepers Posted May 7, 2021 Author Share Posted May 7, 2021 I just hope she lets "things" slip out. Or if she is in lock step with him. She will probably be under a gag order though. It could be interesting what she could divulge. 2 Quote Link to comment
Mt_Rider Posted May 12, 2021 Share Posted May 12, 2021 (edited) LOL....... "rule" notwithstanding, I think it was humorous. It's really best for human beings to quit trying to RULE anything. "Leadership" .....in the best sense of that word.....that is what is a scare commodity. MtRider Edited May 12, 2021 by Mt_Rider 2 Quote Link to comment
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