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Richard Branson Thanks Well-Wishers, Says Family Will Celebrate Late Wife Joan Templeman

A cycling-crash detour placed him in a nearby hospital room, allowing him to be present for her peaceful final moments.

Overview

  • Branson shared new Instagram photos and a message of gratitude, saying his family now wants to celebrate Joan Templeman’s life.
  • Templeman died in late November at age 80, and the family has not disclosed a medical cause of death.
  • He recounted that after a cycling accident in India he was treated in England near Joan, who died quickly and painlessly with him by her side.
  • Support poured in on social media, with posts drawing tens of thousands of likes and messages from figures including Naomi Campbell and Natalie Imbruglia.
  • Daughter Holly Branson posted an emotional tribute two weeks on, thanking people for their support and remembering her mother’s generosity and love.