Bill Gates' 'infidelity' saw Microsoft management keep young interns away from the tech mogul? Here's what we know about this shocking development

A recent tell-all book on Microsoft's founder and tech billionaire Bill Gates, claims that Microsoft had to keep young interns away from him before his divorce, due to his rather 'flirty' nature. The upcoming book by a NYT journalist paints a rath...

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BERLIN, GERMANY - MAY 07: Philanthropist and former Microsoft CEO Bill Gates speaks in a panel discussion at the Global Solutions Summit on May 07, 2024 in Berlin, Germany. The Global Solutions Summit brings together people from all over the world to discuss pressing global policy issues. (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images)
Bill Gates has been Microsoft's pillar of strength of decades since its founding and transformation into a billion-dollar entity. However, there have been times Microsoft had to safeguard itself and their founder's repute by taking one rather unusual steps, starting with keeping young interns away from Bill Gates due to his 'flirty' nature, that could have landed him and the employees at the workplace in a bit of a problem.

New book sees revelations on Bill Gates' infidelity

In a book named, “Billionaire, Nerd, Savior, King: Bill Gates and His Quest to Shape Our World,” there are mentioned instances of Bill Gates flirting with women as well as making unusual advances towards them, and even ask Microsoft's female employees out for dinner, while in an administrative position. The book has been written by a New York Times journalist Anupreeta Das, which explores the life and lies of the tech mogul, including his alleged infidelities, that had angered his wife Melinda for a long time, according to a NY Post report.

According to the book that hits bookstores and online platforms on August 13, Bill Gates landed into marriage problems right from the start of being hitched in 1994, when he was still after Ann Winblad, a tech entrepreneur. This had initially created a major rift between the Gates couple, according to excerpts.


Did Bill Gates' wife keep a close eye on him?

There are reports of Bill Gates' wife Melinda keeping a watch on his security, as she was of the opinion that they were enabling him to be in places, which may not be known to her. The book by Das also suggests that the Gates marriage fell apart due to Bill not understanding the true meaning of a marital contract, and that his behavior would have consequences.

FAQs:

Who is Bill Gates wife?
Bill Gates' former wife is Melinda French Gates, with whom the tech mogul stayed married since 1994, up to 2021. According to reports, their marriage fell apart because of some consequences of Bill Gates' actions.

Does Bill Gates have any kids with ex-wife Melinda Gates?
Bill Gates had three children with his ex-wife Melinda Gates, Jennifer, Rory, and Phoebe, who are in diverse fields of study and profession currently.
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