Bill Gates opened up about his divorce from Melinda Gates, acknowledging it as his “greatest regret.” In an interview, he expressed feeling “more cheerful now” despite the emotional pain. While he admitted to other personal failures, he placed the divorce at the top of his list, noting that while “there are others,” none mattered more than this one.
However, Gates remains optimistic about the future, expressing improved outlook and a sense of happiness post-divorce. The couple, who married in 1994, announced their separation in May 2021 after 27 years of marriage. They now share three children: Jennifer (28), Rory (25), and Phoebe (22).
Reflecting on his time with Melinda, Gates highlighted the unique bond formed over nearly three decades, emphasizing shared experiences and memories. He noted that their long marriage was driven by “spending your entire adult life with one person” due to their shared memories and parenting efforts.
During their early years together, Gates acknowledged that he was already successful but not yet a global tech icon. He described Melinda as someone who “saw me through a lot,” while also noting the challenges they faced during their marriage, including raising their children and working on their philanthropic foundation.
Gates admitted to falling short in some areas of what he aimed to achieve, such as encouraging Melinda to be less like his mother but both being driven individuals. He also acknowledged that Melinda took on many parenting responsibilities, with him spending more time with the kids than his father did.
Despite their separation, Gates emphasized the importance of family and shared experiences with their children and grandchildren. While the divorce was emotionally painful for both, he described it as “miserable” for himself and Melinda for at least two years post-divorce. He also admitted to disappointment when Melinda left the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation after their separation.
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