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“After a great deal of thought and a lot of work on our relationship, we have made the decision to end our marriage,” their joint statement read, adding how they raised three “incredible children” and “built a foundation that works all over the world to enable all people to lead healthy, productive lives.”

Melinda and Bill said they were proud of what they accomplished together and passionate about their shared mission going forward, concluding, “but we no longer believe we can grow together as a couple in this next phase of our lives.”