Rory John Gates is known for being the only son and second child of the billionaire founder of Microsoft Bill Gates. Although born to wealthy parents Gates is known to keep a low profile both on and offline.
Rory John Gates Biography
Rory John Gates was born on 23rd May 1999, to Bill and Melinda Gates in Seattle, Washington, United States. His father, Bill Gates, is a renowned tycoon, founder, ex-chairman, and CEO of Microsoft, philanthropist, and author. His mother, Melinda Gates is a philanthropist and a general manager at Microsoft. Gates’ parents were married for 27 years until they separated a couple of years ago.
Gates has two sisters; an older sister, Jennifer Katharine Gates, and a younger sister Phoebe Adele Gates, who is the youngest child. Unlike many spoiled billionaire children, Gates and his siblings had a strict upbringing, for instance, they were not allowed to use cell phones until they were teenagers and were mandated to do chores.
He studied at one of the country’s high-profile institutions; Lakeside School, Seattle, Washington, DC. Following that, he attended Duke University, where he acquired an MBA in Computer Science and Economics. Gates also studied at Fuqua School of Business for a second MBA.
Just like his parents, Gates is also involved in different charity groups and has donated substantial amounts of money and time to many non-profitable organizations to help the less privileged. He is also a firm believer in gender equality for all and also advocates for women’s rights.
Rory John Gates Net Worth
Rory Gates has all the luxury money can get, private jets, and fleets of the latest and most expensive cars. His net worth as of 2022 is $50 million.