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Sir Richard Branson 'heartbroken' as wife of 50 years, Joan, dies aged 80

Sir Richard Branson 'heartbroken' as wife of 50 years, Joan, dies aged 80

Summary

Sir Richard Branson announced that his wife of 50 years, Joan, has died at the age of 80. Joan and Sir Richard married in 1989 and had three children and five grandchildren.

Key Facts

  • Joan Branson, wife of Sir Richard Branson, passed away at age 80.
  • They were married for 50 years, since 1989.
  • They had three children, one of whom died shortly after birth, and five grandchildren.
  • Sir Richard Branson described his wife as his "best friend" and "guiding light" in an Instagram post.
  • The couple got married on Necker Island, a Caribbean island owned by Sir Richard.
  • Joan Branson grew up in Glasgow and later worked in London, where she met Richard Branson.
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