Melinda Gates Claps Back at Bill’s Divorce Regret 3.

Here’s a delightful twist for the ages: while Bill Gates wallows in regret over his divorce, Melinda French Gates is busy flipping the script. In a recent interview with Elle, Melinda responded to her ex-husband’s claim that their split was the “mistake I most regret” with a refreshing dose of realism and sass. “You’ve clearly Googled more than I have,” she quipped, clearly unimpressed with Bill’s public lamentations.

Melinda, the founder of Pivotal Ventures, didn’t sugarcoat the pain of divorce but made it clear that she sees her decision to leave their 27-year marriage as a pivotal, albeit challenging, chapter in her life. “Divorces are painful, and it’s not something I would wish on any family,” she stated, underscoring the emotional toll it takes while simultaneously asserting that it was a necessary step for her personal growth.

Bill, who admitted that ending their marriage in 2021 was a major misstep, shared in a January interview that the split was “miserable” for both of them for at least two years. Reflecting on their 27 years together, he noted the profound impact Melinda had on his life and success, attributing part of his billionaire status to the stability she provided during their years together. “You don’t end up with a Microsoft result unless an unbelievable number of things converge,” he mused, pointing to their shared journey.

However, the irony isn’t lost here. While Bill laments the end of their union, he also acknowledges that, despite the heartache, he wouldn’t change a thing about their time together, stating he’d “still do it again.” And not one to wallow for too long, he’s found love again with girlfriend Paula Hurd, keeping the cycle of romance alive even as he navigates the complexities of his past.

As Melinda moves forward, focusing on her philanthropic endeavors and her children—Jennifer, Rory, and Phoebe—she appears to have emerged from the shadow of their marriage with renewed strength and purpose. The contrast between them is striking: one regrets, while the other thrives. Isn’t it just like life to serve us a cocktail of irony garnished with a twist of personal growth?

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Sources: Celebrity Storm and Elle Magazine, The Times, Today

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