Melinda French Gates, an American businesswoman and philanthropist, has an estimated net worth of $13 billion.
She is best known for her philanthropic work, particularly through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which she co-founded with her ex-husband, Bill Gates, in 2000.
The foundation is one of the largest private charitable organizations in the world, focusing on global health, education, and poverty alleviation.
Melinda’s personal wealth was significantly affected by her divorce from Bill Gates in 2021.
Although the exact terms of the divorce settlement were not made public, she reportedly received at least $10 billion in assets, including shares from Bill’s investment vehicle, Cascade Investments.
Born on August 15, 1964, in Dallas, Texas, Melinda graduated from Duke University with a degree in computer science and economics.
She worked at Microsoft, where she contributed to several products, including Encarta, Microsoft Money, and Expedia. She later left Microsoft to focus on her family and philanthropic endeavors.
Her philanthropic work, particularly in health and education, has earned her numerous accolades, including honorary degrees and awards such as the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016.
