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Richard Branson announces death of wife Joan in heartbreaking statement

Richard Branson announced the death of his wife Joan Branson, calling her his partner for 50 years.
Branson described Joan as the most wonderful mum and grandmum and his best friend and rock.
The couple married in 1989 and shared three children, including a daughter who died after birth.
Branson previously bought Necker Island for Joan as a grand gesture early in their relationship.
Joan preferred privacy, rarely giving interviews, a stance noted by Branson in his messages.
Branson mentioned his wife’s concern about his spaceflight ventures, reflecting her cautious nature.
Tributes from fans and colleagues poured in after Branson shared the news.
Branson has previously reflected on love at first sight with Joan and their private life together.
Joan’s private approach extended to her rare public appearances, including a 2016 blog post.
Branson remains a prominent figure in business and space ventures, often sharing personal stories with the public.
The announcement appears on social media and the Virgin blog, aligning with Branson’s public persona.

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