Jennifer Gates and Melinda French Gates.Photo: Jennifer Gates Instagram
Melinda French Gatesis celebrating her daughter Jennifer Gates.
Earlier this week, Jennifer — the 25-year-old daughter of Melinda andBill Gates— shared a series of photos from a fête that took place ahead of her upcoming marriage tofiancé Nayel Nassar.
“Thank you for this incredibly special celebration, @melindafrenchgates,” Jenniferwrotealongside a series of photos from the outdoor bash, including a smiling snap of Melinda, 57, spending time with her daughter.
“So deeply grateful for all the amazing women in my life who advise, support, and uplift me. 🥂 to this new chapter!” Jennifer added.
Jennifer Gates, Melinda French Gates and loved ones.Jennifer Gates Instagram
Just last month, Jennifer shared some more kind words to her mother in honor ofMelinda’s 57th birthday, which took place almost two weeks after herdivorce from Bill was finalizedon Aug. 2.
“Happy birthday to our one of a kind mom, woman and hero,” Jennifer wrote on her Instagram Story at the time. “Wishing you the biggest celebrations today and most incredible year ahead.”
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The Stanford graduate first shared the happy news of her engagement to Nassar, an equestrian, in January 2020.
In hersocial media announcement, a visibly surprised Jennifer can be seen wearing a large diamond ring as she leans against Nassar during a ski trip.
“Nayel Nassar, you are one of a kind. Absolutely swept me off my feet this past weekend, surprising me in the most meaningful location over one of our many shared passions,” she wrote alongside the affectionate snap. “I can’t wait to spend the rest of our lives learning, growing, laughing and loving together. Yes a million times over.”
Jennifer Gates and Nayel Nassar.Nayel Nassar/Instagram
Both of Jennifer’s parents went on to congratulate the couple.
“So thrilled for you and @nayelnassar! ❤,” added Melinda.
Since her parents' divorce, Jennifer has spent time with both her mother and father.
“Nothing better than quality time with family members,” she captioned a smiling photo with the billionaire Microsoft co-founder back in May, shortly after the former coupleannounced their separation.
Bill and Melinda are also parents to son Rory John, 22, and daughter Phoebe Adele, 19.
source: people.com
