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Melinda French Gates Reflects on Divorce and New Path in Memoir 'The Next Day'

Her newly released book explores personal growth, values, and her $1 billion commitment to women's empowerment through Pivotal Ventures.

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Melinda Gates addresses ex-husband, Bill Gates' 'disturbing' ties with Jeffrey Epstein in her bombshell memoir
Melinda French Gates arrives at a "Good Morning America" taping in New York City on April 14, 2025.

Overview

  • Melinda French Gates's memoir, 'The Next Day,' released on April 15, 2025, delves into her divorce from Bill Gates and her journey of personal and professional transformation.
  • She highlights the breakdown of trust in their 27-year marriage, including Bill Gates’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein, as pivotal in her decision to separate.
  • French Gates left the Gates Foundation in 2024 to focus on Pivotal Ventures, committing $1 billion to advance women's rights and representation, particularly in the United States.
  • She confirmed she is in a 'pretty great' new relationship, while reflecting on the lessons learned from her past marriage.
  • The book emphasizes resilience, spirituality, and her vision for a better future for women, inspired by her granddaughters and her commitment to gender equality.