Bill Gates Plans to Leave Less Than 1% of His Fortune to His Children

Bill Gates, ranked by Forbes as the 13th richest person globally in 2024, stated in a podcast interview that he intends to leave his three children less than 1% of his total wealth. Gates explained that he and his ex-wife, Melinda, believe this approach will give their children the opportunity to forge their own paths and avoid being overshadowed by his success. He emphasized the importance of providing them with a good education and opportunities, while also instilling the value of philanthropy. Gates's fortune is estimated at $162 billion, meaning each child could potentially inherit around $540 million.