Melinda Gates says she feels ‘unbelievable sadness’ over claims about husband Bill in Epstein files; Elon Musk reacts

Melinda French Gates has spoken publicly after newly unsealed Jeffrey Epstein documents resurfaced allegations involving her former husband, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, saying the disclosures reopen deeply painful chapters from the end of her marriage. Her remarks come as millions of pages related to the disgraced financier are released by US authorities, renewing scrutiny of Epstein’s links with powerful figures.

In an interview with NPR for a podcast, Melinda Gates reflected on how Bill Gates’s association with Epstein affected her personally, while firmly distancing herself from the allegations themselves.

Reacting to the renewed attention around Epstein, Melinda Gates said the revelations have been emotionally difficult. She said that it was personally difficult for her whenever those details were mentioned, as they reminded her of very painful moments in her marriage.