Again, Bill Gates says divorce from ex-wife, Melinda, his biggest regret

Despite the emotional toll of the separation, Gates shared that he feels “more cheerful now.”

This is detailed in a “candid profile” published on Saturday, January 25, by The Times of London, as reported by multiple reports on Sunday.

Gates and Melinda, 60, announced their decision to part ways in May 2021, ending 27 years of marriage.

The couple, who tied the knot in 1994, share three children: Jennifer, Rory, and Phoebe.

Speaking to The Times, Gates revealed that he had initially aspired to replicate the 45-year marriage of his parents. “I absolutely wanted that,” he said.

Reflecting on their dynamic, Gates noted, “I encouraged Melinda to be a little calmer than my mother was, but we were both quite driven. I spent more time with the kids than my dad did, but the ratio was still 10:1, with Melinda doing most things for the kids. We had a great time.”