Bill Gates' philanthropic efforts with the late convicted child sex offender Epstein, which never came to fruition, were among the reasons Melinda French Gates wanted a divorce after 27 years of marriage.

Bill Gates shared a few thoughts about his marriage with his ex-wife Melinda French. During an exclusive interview with The Times published on January 25, 2025, the American businessman looked back at his life, initial struggles, and marriage.

Bill Gates has cited his divorce from Melinda French Gates as the biggest regret of his life. The 69-year-old billionaire made the candid confession during an interview with The Sunday Times. He shared that while he’s “more cheerful now,

Gates called his meetings with Epstein a mistake that negatively impacted his philanthropic goals, acknowledging the unwise nature of their interactions.