Richard Branson's Wife Has Passed Away – His Last Message Breaks Hearts

The Virgin Group founder and his wife, married since 1989 and parents to three children and five grandchildren, shared decades of unwavering support for one another.

Sir Richard Branson shared heartbreaking news with his followers, revealing that his beloved wife, Joan Templeman, had died. His deeply personal message moved people across the world, prompting many to share their sympathy and offer support to him and his family.

Branson opened up about his loss in an emotional post shared on November 25. In it, he wrote, "Heartbroken to share that Joan, my wife and partner for 50 years, has passed away. She was the most wonderful mum and grandmum our kids and grandkids could have ever wished for."

He continued to honor her memory with words that captured the depth of their bond, "She was my best friend, my rock, my guiding light, my world. Love you forever, Joan x."

The sincerity of his tribute resonated widely. Fans responded with messages of compassion, hoping to provide comfort during his mourning. One admirer, unable to hold back their emotions, shared simply, "So sorry for your loss ❤️."

Another follower offered, "My condolences to you and your family 🙏🏽." Someone else, clearly shaken by the news, penned with sorrow, "Heartbroken, speechless left a huge hole in our hearts."

These messages, each in its own way, reflected the collective empathy of people who had followed Branson's journey and recognized the depth of love the couple shared.