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Melinda Gates Discusses 'Horrible' Divorce from Bill Gates

Melinda French Gates discussed her 'horrible' divorce from Bill Gates with TIME magazine, noting it was finalized in August 2021 after 27 years of marriage. She highlighted the importance of privacy during the process and her focus on their children and the foundation. Post-divorce, she has concentrated on women's empowerment initiatives and criticized Bill's association with Jeffrey Epstein.

20 June 2024 · 10:45 UTC

Melinda French Gates recently opened up to TIME magazine about her divorce from Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, which was finalized in August 2021 after 27 years of marriage.

She described the divorce as 'awful' and 'horrible,' but noted that her life has been 'wonderful' since then, enjoying a more normal lifestyle in her neighborhood.

Gates emphasized the private nature of the process, especially considering responsibilities like their three children and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

Post-divorce, she exited the foundation and focused on initiatives for women's empowerment, including a billion-dollar funding venture.

Additionally, Melinda criticized Bill Gates' association with Jeffrey Epstein, expressing regret over meeting Epstein even once.