Jeff Bezos’ mother has died.
Jeff Bezos’ mother has died
The Amazon boss has paid tribute to Jackie Bezos, with whom he co-founded the Bezos Household Basis, after she handed away on the age of 78 “after an extended battle with Lewy physique dementia.”
Jeff wrote on his social media accounts on Thursday (14.08.25): “Her maturity began somewhat bit early when she turned my mother on the tender age of 17. That couldn’t have been straightforward, however she made all of it work.
“She pounced on the job of loving me with ferocity, introduced my wonderful dad onto the workforce just a few years later, after which added my sister and brother to her listing of individuals to like, guard, and nourish. For the remainder of her life, that listing of individuals to like by no means stopped rising. She all the time gave a lot greater than she ever requested for.
“After an extended battle with Lewy Physique Dementia, she handed away as we speak, surrounded by so many people who beloved her — her youngsters, grandkids, and my dad. I do know she felt our love in these ultimate moments. We have been all so fortunate to be in her life. I maintain her secure in my coronary heart ceaselessly.”
Jeff, 61, touchingly ended his tribute to Jackie – who can be survived by husband Mike Bezos, her different youngsters Christina and Mark, 11 grandchildren and a great-grandchild – with a direct message to her.
He wrote: “I really like you, mother.”
Jeff’s spouse Lauren Sanchez Bezos was amongst these to touch upon her partner’s publish.
She wrote: “We’ll miss her SO a lot. Love you [heart and broken heart emojis] (sic)”
Katy Perry shared a damaged coronary heart emoji, whereas Sharon Stone posted: “My honest condolences I simply misplaced my mother too.”
Antonio Banderas provided condolences in a remark written in Spanish, which translated as: “My deepest sympathy to you. A lot power in these powerful occasions.(sic)”
Different stars to pay their respects within the remark part included Naomi Campbell, Miranda Kerr and designer Philipp Plein.
The information was first introduced by the Bezos Household Basis, who remembered Jackie as a “devoted mom” who “all the time” put her youngsters first.
They stated in an announcement: “She made numerous journeys to Radio Shack for Jeff, spent quite a few hours supervising cheerleading practices with Christina, and hauled drums at the back of the household station wagon for Mark.
“She devoted her life to her household and poured her coronary heart into elevating her youngsters with compassion, endurance, and knowledge.
“Jackie created an area the place everybody felt secure, heard, and cared for. Whether or not providing a plate of meals, a bit of recommendation or just a listening ear, she had a exceptional means of creating folks really feel like household.
“To the numerous folks she touched all through a exceptional life, Jacklyn Gise Bezos was a fierce advocate and supporter, stuffed with coronary heart for others, and by no means accepting the established order.”
In lieu of flowers, the inspiration stated the household requested folks “to assist a nonprofit group that’s significant to you or to carry out a easy act of kindness in her reminiscence.(sic)”
