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Inside Richard and Joan Branson's life from private island to 3 kids and tragedy
- Joan Branson died at age 75, with Richard Branson sharing a heartfelt tribute on social media.
- The couple married in 1989 on their private Necker Island and had three children.
- Joan preferred privacy and rarely gave interviews, a stance that only changed with a forthcoming film.
- Necker Island, bought for around $180,000, became central to Branson and Joan’s life together.
- Joan and Richard Branson had three children: Holly, Sam, and Clare Sarah, who died in infancy.
- Richard Branson described Joan as private and not impressed by his usual public antics.
- Branson publicly announced her death, calling her a wonderful mum and grandmum.
- The story recounts how Joan helped shape a private life alongside Branson's public success.
- The article notes Joan’s reluctance to public attention and interviews.
- The narrative places early meetings in Notting Hill and a shared passion for antiques in their courtship.
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