Jeff Bezos’ mother, Jackie Bezos, has died following a battle with Lewy Physique Dementia. She was 78.
The Amazon founder, 61, confirmed the information by way of an Instagram tribute put up shared on Thursday, August 14.
“Her maturity began a bit bit early when she grew to become my mother on the tender age of 17. That couldn’t have been straightforward, however she made all of it work,” he wrote. “She pounced on the job of loving me with ferocity, introduced my superb dad onto the crew a couple of years later, after which added my sister and brother to her checklist of individuals to like, guard, and nourish. For the remainder of her life, that checklist of individuals to like by no means stopped rising. She at all times gave a lot greater than she ever requested for.”
He continued, “After a protracted battle with Lewy Physique Dementia, she handed away at this time, surrounded by so many people who beloved her — her youngsters, grandkids, and my dad. I do know she felt our love in these last moments. We had been all so fortunate to be in her life. I maintain her secure in my coronary heart eternally.”
Jeff signed off the put up, “I like you, mother.”
The Bezos Household Basis, which was cofounded by Jackie and Jeff, additionally shared information of her loss of life by way of a press release.
Jackie, Jeff and Mike Bezos. (Photograph by MOLLY RILEY/AFP by way of Getty Pictures)
Jackie was identified with Lewy Physique Dementia in 2020. In keeping with the Mayo Clinic, it’s the second commonest type of dementia and impacts one’s cognitive skills.
In its assertion, the Basis described Jackie’s final years as “a quiet last chapter to a life that taught all of us, family and friends alike, the true which means of grit and willpower, kindness, and repair to others.”
In the meantime, family members, mates and followers took to the feedback part of Jeff’s Instagram put up to ship their condolences.
Jeff’s spouse, Lauren Sanchez Bezos, 55, commented, “We are going to miss her SO a lot. Love you ❤️💔”
Lauren Sánchez made positive her wedding ceremony to Jeff Bezos included her three youngsters. Vogue reported on Friday, June 27, that Sánchez, 55, was walked down the aisle by her sons, Nikko, 24, and Evan, 19, whereas her daughter, Ella, 17, served as her maid of honor. Ella, who wore a Dolce & Gabbana go well with, additionally […]
In the meantime, actress Sharon Stone, 67, wrote, “My honest condolences I simply misplaced my mother too 😢”
“My deepest sympathy to you. A lot power in these powerful occasions,” added Antonio Banderas, 65, whereas Naomi Campbell, 55, wrote, “My Honest condolences to you, your loved ones & family members 🕊️❤️🙏🏾.”
Miranda Kerr, 42, additionally despatched her effectively needs, commenting, “Pondering of you and your loved ones 🙏”
Jackie is survived by her husband Mike Bezos, her three youngsters, Jeff, Christina and Mark Bezos in addition to her 11 grandchildren and a great-grandchild.
