Bill Gates announces divorce

Bill and Melinda Gates announced their divorce. This information is posted on the Twitter account of Bill Gates. They were married for 27 years. During this time, the couple had three children. 

In the message, the couple note that they "no longer believe that they can grow as a couple in a new stage of life." However, Bill and Melinda will continue to work together on their charitable foundation.

The Gates asked the public not to disturb them and to respect their right to privacy while they prepare to start a new life.

Bill Gates is 65 years old. He is involved in charity work and is listed as an adviser to the chairman of the board of MICROSOFT. Melinda Gates, 56, worked at Microsoft before marriage and then left the company. Now she is also involved in charity work.