Happy family reunion! Bill and Melinda Gates may be divorced, but the former couple is a playbook for perfecting co-parenting.
The billionaire couple are proud parents of three wonderful children and co-founders of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Given their position as business partners, it’s no wonder the two have a friendly relationship.
Two years after their breakup, the heads of the Gates family gathered to celebrate their daughter Jennifer’s graduation from Columbia University. Beaming with pride, the former couple smiled in a photo taken at the event.
Bill & Melinda Gates Support Their Daughter’s Master’s Achievement With Sweet Appreciation
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As seen in an image shared by the graduate on Instagram, their exes reunited to celebrate the 27-year-old’s educational achievement just as they collaborated on Jennifer’s wedding to equestrian Nayel Nassar in 2021.
Dressed in a blue cap and graduation gown, the mother-of-one stood between her parents, flashing a bright smile like the former couple. At Bill’s side is the horse lover’s husband, who holds his hands behind his back, unlike the Gates, who hug each other.
Jennifer, who graduated with a Master’s degree in public health from Columbia University, is grateful to the educational institution for allowing her to study with them. His opening message reads:
“(Accelerated) Master of Public Health. Thank you, @columbiapublichealth, for this incredible educational opportunity and the village around me that made this possible. Grateful.”
Explaining what he meant by accelerated degrees, the horseman wrote: “Accelerated students officially receive our degrees in October when the practicum shipments arrive, but all coursework is done, and we’re joining the party and celebrating now.”
Jennifer’s parents also celebrated the achievement of the Ivy League school graduate on their Instagram page. Melinda shared a cute picture of herself posing with her eldest son alongside a long message expressing her joy.
Looking back on her daughter’s childhood, the Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient revealed the 27-year-old loved asking questions since she could talk. According to the mother of three, the media personality has been interested in global health since a young age.
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“He focused mainly on sick children and what he could do to help them. So I’m very proud — and not surprised at all — that this curious and compassionate little girl is now a brilliant and compassionate woman with a new master’s degree in public health,” the mother said proudly.
Concluding his message, the former Microsoft developer and multimedia product manager stated that he was looking forward to seeing his daughter’s next accomplishments. In Bill’s father’s pride, the business mogul dropped three pictures — one from Jennifer’s graduation while the other is a throwback image.
Echoing similar sentiments to his ex-wife, Bill’s caption read: “I’m so proud of you, Jenn. You have grown and learned so much over the years. I can’t wait to see what you come up with next. Congratulations!”
Bill & Melinda Mark Their Daughter’s 27th Birthday With Heartwarming Message
Jennifer’s graduation isn’t the first time the former couple reunited to celebrate their daughter. Last month, they celebrated their eldest son’s 27th birthday with a sweet tribute on their social media pages.
The Microsoft co-founder shared an adorable father-and-daughter photo in which the pair wore similar casual ensembles. Alongside this image, the patriarch shared how “lucky” and “proud” he felt to be Jennifer’s father.
Meanwhile, Melinda shared a throwback photo of herself and the people who celebrated when she was a child. After wishing her baby girl a happy birthday, the Texan stated that one of her “greatest joys” is seeing her daughter become a mother.
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Jennifer has been giving ex-partners something to celebrate in recent years as she also became a first-time grandparent benefactor in March. Following their usual routine of honoring important occasions, their ex marked the birth of their grandson on Instagram.
Melinda shared a precious portrait of herself sitting on a cushion, doting on the baby, who she cradled to her chest. The 58-year-old captured the happy moment with a long message expressing his joy.
The mother of three admitted she was overcome with emotion, mostly pride, as her daughter and Nassar stepped into their new roles as parents. Instead, Bill updated his page with a picture of himself bonding with his grandson on the sofa.
The entrepreneur dedicated a sweet message to the little angel, stating that she can’t wait to see the newborn “discover the world.” Several fans and celebrities congratulated the grandparents, including stars like Malala Yousafzai, Dax Shepard and Ava DuVernay.
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