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Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Jeff Bezos pays heartfelt tribute to his late mother Jacklyn Gise Bezos: ‘I know she felt our love in those final moments…'
Source: USA Today Amazon founder and executive chairman Jeff Bezos shared a heartfelt tribute following the passing of his mother, Jacklyn Gise Bezos, at the age of 78. Known for her resilience, generosity, and unwavering dedication to family, Jacklyn played a pivotal role in shaping Bezos' personal and professional journey. She became a mother at just 17, raising her children with love and determination, and later supported Jeff's entrepreneurial ambitions, including early investments in Amazon. Beyond her family, Jacklyn devoted herself to philanthropy and education, co-founding the Bezos Family Foundation and initiatives like Vroom and the Bezos Scholars Program, leaving a lasting impact on countless lives. Her legacy of love, perseverance, and service continues to inspire. Jeff Bezos pays emotional tribute to mother Jacklyn Gise Bezos battling Lewy Body Dementia Jeff Bezos took to Instagram to announce the passing of his mother, describing the circumstances with heartfelt detail. Jacklyn Bezos had been battling Lewy Body Dementia, a progressive neurological disorder, since 2020. In his emotional tribute, Bezos wrote: "After a long fight with Lewy Body Dementia, she passed away today, surrounded by so many of us who loved her — her kids, grandkids, and my dad. I know she felt our love in those final moments. We were also lucky to be in her life. I hold her safe in my heart forever." Through these words, Bezos captured both the pain of loss and the enduring love he felt for his mother. He emphasized her extraordinary capacity to give selflessly and care for others, a trait that deeply influenced his personal and professional life. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Use an AI Writing Tool That Actually Understands Your Voice Grammarly Install Now Undo Jacklyn Gise Bezos' journey as a teenage mother shaping Jeff Bezos' life Jacklyn Gise Bezos became a mother at just 17 years old, giving birth to Jeff Bezos while still a high school student in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Raising a child as a teenager presented immense challenges, yet she embraced motherhood with determination and strength. "That couldn't have been easy, but she made it all work," Bezos reflected in his tribute. Jacklyn's early motherhood required balancing personal ambitions with the responsibilities of raising a child. Her resilience and dedication became a model of unconditional love, teaching her children the value of perseverance, compassion, and loyalty. How Jacklyn Gise Bezos and Miguel Bezos nurtured a strong blended family When Jeff was four, Jacklyn married Miguel Bezos, a Cuban immigrant who later adopted Jeff. The blended family created a nurturing environment that allowed Jeff to grow up with a strong sense of love and support. Interestingly, Jeff only learned the truth about his biological father when he was 10 years old, which highlights the complexity and strength of family bonds nurtured by Jacklyn. Bezos often praised his mother for her ferocious love and commitment: "She pounced on the job of loving me with ferocity, brought my amazing dad onto the team a few years later, and then added my sister and brother to her list of people to love, guard, and nourish." Her love extended not only to her immediate family but to anyone she could support, reflecting her innate generosity and nurturing spirit. Jacklyn and Miguel Bezos were not just devoted parents; they were early investors in Amazon, contributing over $245,000 in 1995, a decision that could have grown into billions in today's market. This early support played a crucial role in Jeff Bezos' confidence to pursue ambitious ventures. "When you have loving and supportive people in your life, you end up being able to take risks because you kind of know somebody's got your back," he told Mathias Döpfner in 2018. This combination of emotional support and financial belief illustrates how Jacklyn's influence extended beyond the personal realm, directly impacting one of the most significant entrepreneurial journeys in modern history. Jeff Bezos also celebrated his mother publicly through Blue Origin, his aerospace company. In 2020, he named a rocket recovery ship after her: "New Glenn's first stage will come home to the Jacklyn after every flight. It couldn't be more appropriately named — Mom has always given us the best place and best heart to come home to." This act symbolised the safe, nurturing environment she provided—a home base of love and support that enabled her children to pursue extraordinary ambitions. Jacklyn Gise Bezos' lifelong commitment to education and philanthropy Jacklyn Gise Bezos was a lifelong advocate for education. Despite early obstacles due to teenage pregnancy, she persisted and graduated from high school, later earning a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology at the age of 45. Her dedication to learning served as an inspiration for her children and countless others. In 2000, Jacklyn and Miguel co-founded the Bezos Family Foundation, through which she focused on several initiatives: Vroom: A program distributing research-based tools to support early brain development in children. Bezos Scholars Program: Empowering students across the United States and Africa with educational opportunities and leadership training. Her philanthropic work demonstrates a lifelong commitment to uplifting communities, fostering learning, and investing in the potential of future generations. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Happy Independence Day wishes, messages , and quotes !
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Jeff Bezos announces mother's death, wife Lauren Sanchez drops a comment
Jeff Bezos announced his mother's death in an emotional Instagram post this morning. Jacklyn Gise Bezos died on August 14, 2025 after a long fight with Lewy Body Dementia. She was 78. 'She passed away today, surrounded by so many of us who loved her — her kids, grandkids, and my dad. I know she felt our love in those final moments,' wrote Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos with his mother Jacklyn (R) and wife Lauren (L) Bezos' wife, Lauren Sanchez Bezos, dropped a comment under the post. 'We will miss her SO much. Love you,' she wrote, adding a heart and a heartbreak emoji. Jacklyn Bezos: From single mom to mother of billionaire Jacklyn Gise Bezos was born on December 29, 1946. She had her first child, Jeffrey, when she was only 17 and in high school. At the time of Jeff's birth, his biological father – Ted Jorgensen – was 19. Jacklyn's marriage with Jorgensen was short-lived. The couple filed for divorce when Jeff was 17 months old. Jacklyn later married Miguel "Mike" Bezos, who adopted Jeff and gave him his surname. 'Her adulthood started a little bit early when she became my mom at the tender age of 17. That couldn't have been easy, but she made it all work,' Jeff Bezos wrote in his post announcing his mother's death. 'She pounced on the job of loving me with ferocity, brought my amazing dad onto the team a few years later, and then added my sister and brother to her list of people to love, guard, and nourish.' The post described how Jacklyn, or Jackie, fought tough odds to raise Jeff – 'As a young, single mom, Jackie was relentless - taking night school classes following high school and working in a bank by day.' The post described her not only as a devoted mother but a woman who welcomed everyone. She was instrumental in the creation of Bezos Family Fund. Jacklyn Bezos death In 2020, Jacklyn Bezos was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia. 'In 2020, Jackie was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia, a progressive neurological disorder that she battled with the same dignity and courage that shaped every aspect of her life. Mike, her husband and partner for more than a half century remained by her side at every step of this journey,' the statement read.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Amazon Billionaire Jeff Bezos' Mother Dies at 78—2 Years After He Moved to Florida To Be Closer to Her
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos' mother, Jacklyn, has died at the age of 78, just two years after the billionaire businessman moved across the country to Florida in order to spend more time with her. Bezos, 61, announced his mom's passing in a touching tribute posted to his Instagram account, in which he praised the way in which she cared for both him and his siblings—having become a mother when she was just a teenager. The businessman, who recently married his new wife, Lauren Sanchez Bezos, in a stunning ceremony in Venice, also shared his mother's cause of death, revealing that she passed away after a "long fight with Lewy Body Dementia." "Her adulthood started a little bit early when she became my mom at the tender age of 17," he wrote. "That couldn't have been easy, but she made it all work. She pounced on the job of loving me with ferocity, brought my amazing dad onto the team a few years later, and then added my sister and brother to her list of people to love, guard, and nourish. "For the rest of her life, that list of people to love never stopped growing. She always gave so much more than she ever asked for. "After a long fight with Lewy Body Dementia, she passed away today, surrounded by so many of us who loved her — her kids, grandkids, and my dad. I know she felt our love in those final moments. We were all so lucky to be in her life. I hold her safe in my heart forever." His wife was one of the first to express words of condolence in the comments section, writing: "We will miss her SO much. Love you." Jackie welcomed her son in 1964, when she was just 17 years old and living in Albuquerque, NM. Bezos' biological father, Ted Jorgensen, was just 19 at the time. However, Jorgensen struggled with alcohol issues—and the two, who had wed, quickly divorced, with Jackie later moving herself and her infant son back in with her parents. When Bezos was 4, she wed Mike Bezos, a Cuban immigrant with whom she welcomed two more children; he later legally adopted her first-born son and the Amazon CEO proudly refers to him as his father. Jacklyn, who was known widely as Jackie, is understood to have passed away inside her home near Miami, a stunning waterfront estate made up of two adjacent mansions, which were purchased in 2022 via an LLC linked to Bezos. According to multiple reports at the time, the Coral Gables homes cost a combined $78 million, and have been used by the tech mogul's mother and father as their primary residence ever since. Such was Bezos' close bond with both of his parents that he announced in 2023 he was relocating from his primary residence in a Seattle suburb to Miami so that he could be closer to his mom and dad, who were already living in the Sunshine State. "My parents have always been my biggest supporters," he wrote in a November 2023 Instagram post. "They recently moved back to Miami, the place we lived when I was younger (Miami Palmetto High class of '82 — GO Panthers!) I want to be close to my parents, and Lauren and I love Miami." At the time, despite Bezos' insistence that his relocation was motivated solely by his desire to live closer to his mom and dad, many noted that the move also had another significant benefit: he'd save about $600 million in income taxes, according to CNBC. Still, the businessman had long held a connection to Florida—and Miami in particular—having purchased a staggering estate on the city's famed enclave of Indian Creek Island earlier that year. The property is actually made up of an adjacent pair of mansions that sit on the west side of the island—which were bought in 2023 for $68 million and $79 million, respectively, according to property records. Then, in 2024, Bezos made a surprise third property purchase on "Billionaire Bunker," buying an $87 million six-bedroom mansion that sits some distance from his other two homes on the island. All three deals were conducted via separate trusts, property records show, and only one of the homes had been publicly listed for sale before being snapped up by Bezos, with two of the deals taking place off market. According to reports, the third property will be used by Bezos and his now-wife as their primary residence while workers raze the other two homes to make way for the couple's dream marital compound. It's unclear whether they will hold onto the third abode when this work is completed. Though he relocated to Florida full-time, Bezos still owns a trove of homes in the tony Seattle suburb of Medina, where he lived for many years with his first wife, MacKenzie Scott. Four years after he founded Amazon, Bezos spent $10 million, along with now-ex-wife Scott, buying up two homes that sit on a 5-acre plot in the town of Hunts Point. In 2010, the duo reportedly spent $28 million to extensively renovate the estate, which boasts 310 feet of private shoreline and a private boathouse. To maximize space (and privacy), Bezos also purchased an adjacent property that same year—a 24,000-square-foot mansion that was reportedly listed for $53 million. It is unclear whether the Amazon CEO paid that hefty sum or managed to snag a discount. That home would ultimately serve as the business mogul's primary residence for the next decade until 2023, when he announced his move to Florida. Though he still holds the keys to much of his Seattle property portfolio, Bezos did offload one home in April of this year, selling it off for an astonishing $63 million, according to the Puget Sound Business Journal. Bezos made a very hefty profit on the sale of the 9,240-square-foot home, having purchased it for $37.5 million in 2019, the same year he divorced his ex-wife. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
'Never tell me the Odds,' Blue Origin set to launch New Glenn this summer, attempt landing
Blue Origin's multi-stage New Glenn rocket launched once in January, and the Space Coast has waited ever since for the second liftoff of the rocket which could become a main competitor to SpaceX. Blue Origin CEO Dave Limp posted to X (formerly Twitter) that the company's rocket, originally set to launch again in late spring, will now blast off no earlier than August. The company will once again attempt to land and recover the rocket's first stage, also called a booster. "New Glenn's second mission will take place NET August 15th. Following in the footsteps of our first booster, we've chosen the name 'Never Tell Me The Odds' for Tail 2," wrote Limp. "One of our key mission objectives will be to land and recover the booster. This will take a little bit of luck and a lot of excellent execution." Getting New Glenn operational will bring Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin into the orbital payload marketplace, which is currently dominated by Elon Musk's SpaceX. If Blue Origin can achieve reusability with the rocket's booster, that would bring launch costs down drastically. Like SpaceX, Blue Origin will land the booster on a sea faring vessel; Blue Origin's ship is named Jacklyn for Bezos' mother. To date, SpaceX is the only company which has successfully demonstrated reusability in a multiple stage rocket; its Falcon 9 boosters land on a regular basis. Blue Origin has successfully landed its single stage suborbital New Shepard rocket, which launches paying customers out of Texas, but was not so fortunate with the January attempt of the multiple-stage New Glenn out of Florida. When is the next Florida rocket launch? Is there a launch today? Upcoming SpaceX, Axiom, ULA rocket launch schedule at Cape Canaveral Back in January, the 321-foot-tall New Glenn rocket barreled off Cape Canaveral Launch Complex 36. While the upper stage successfully sent the payload to orbit, the company had high hopes of landing the booster on Jacklyn. Instead, Jacklyn sailed back to Port Canaveral empty. That lost booster? It was named "So You're Telling Me There's a Chance." After the failed landing, Limp acknowledged it was an ambitious goal for the first launch. In fact, it took competitor SpaceX years to successfully land a Falcon 9 booster. Once operational, New Glenn will be Blue Origin's workhorse rocket. Future payloads include the NASA EscaPADE mission to Mars. The rocket will also launch Amazon's Project Kuiper internet satellites, which are a competitor to SpaceX's Starlink. The August launch announcement is timely. This coming Friday, June 13, will see the second launch of the Kuiper internet constellation atop a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket. Brooke Edwards is a Space Reporter for Florida Today. Contact her at bedwards@ or on X: @brookeofstars. This article originally appeared on Florida Today: Blue Origin's New Glenn to launch late summer, attempt booster landing
Time Business News
31-05-2025
- General
- Time Business News
Stunning Duo: Decorating with Alocasia Pink Dragon and Alocasia Jacklyn
Indoor plants have become more than just green companions—they are now essential design elements in modern interiors. Among the most visually striking houseplants available today are Alocasia Pink Dragon and Alocasia Jacklyn. Known for their distinctive foliage and exotic appeal, this duo can transform any space into a botanical haven. Whether you're a seasoned plant enthusiast or just starting your plant journey, these two varieties of Alocasia offer a unique blend of elegance and drama that can enhance any room. With its rich green, arrow-shaped leaves contrasted by deep pink stems, Alocasia Pink Dragon is a showstopper. The name itself evokes a sense of fantasy and charm, and the plant certainly delivers. Its glossy foliage has prominent veins that add depth and texture, making it an ideal focal point in minimalist or contemporary décor. When decorating with Alocasia Pink Dragon, consider placing it in areas with plenty of natural light but indirect sun—near east or north-facing windows, for instance. This will not only support healthy growth but also highlight the vivid color contrast between the leaves and stems. A neutral-toned ceramic or matte black planter can further accentuate its color palette, making it pop without overwhelming the rest of the décor. For larger spaces, Alocasia Pink Dragon works well as a standalone piece. In smaller settings, try placing it on a mid-century plant stand or side table, complemented by natural wood and soft fabrics to create a warm, welcoming aesthetic. Alocasia Jacklyn, a newer addition to the houseplant scene, brings a more untamed, jungle-inspired feel to interior décor. Its uniquely lobed leaves and deep, dark veins give it a rugged, almost prehistoric look that contrasts beautifully with modern or minimalist interiors. Originating from Indonesia, this rare variety has quickly gained popularity among collectors and interior designers alike. Decorating with Alocasia Jacklyn requires a slightly different approach. Its wilder appearance pairs well with eclectic, bohemian, or nature-inspired interiors. Consider placing it among other textured or patterned plants to create a layered indoor garden feel. Woven baskets, terracotta pots, and macramé hangers can all enhance the organic vibe that Alocasia Jacklyn brings to a space. This plant thrives in bright, indirect light and appreciates high humidity—making it a great choice for bathrooms, sunrooms, or kitchens with ample natural light. Its sculptural leaves can add visual interest to corners or be used as part of a larger plant display on open shelves or plant walls. While each plant is a star in its own right, decorating with both Alocasia Pink Dragon and Alocasia Jacklyn allows for a dynamic and complementary visual experience. The refined elegance of the Pink Dragon balances the wild energy of the Jacklyn, creating harmony through contrast. To design with this duo effectively, think about placement and balance. Position them in the same room but on opposite ends—perhaps one near a bright window and the other on a raised shelf or corner stand. This creates visual movement and encourages the eye to travel across the space. Alternatively, cluster them with other Alocasia varieties for a striking plant feature that feels curated yet natural. Texture also plays a key role. The smooth, glossy leaves of Alocasia Pink Dragon contrast beautifully with the matte, textured foliage of Alocasia Jacklyn. Combine them with complementary décor items like stone planters, woven baskets, and minimalist furnishings to bring out the best in both. Decorating with plants is not just about placement—it's also about maintaining their health and vibrancy. Both Alocasia Pink Dragon and Alocasia Jacklyn thrive in similar conditions, which makes caring for them together more convenient. Here are a few quick care tips: Light : Bright, indirect light is best. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves. : Bright, indirect light is best. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves. Watering : Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering is a common mistake—use pots with drainage holes. : Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering is a common mistake—use pots with drainage holes. Humidity : These tropical plants love humidity. Consider using a humidifier or placing them near water sources. : These tropical plants love humidity. Consider using a humidifier or placing them near water sources. Feeding: Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season. By investing time in proper care, these stunning plants will continue to enhance your space for years to come. Incorporating Alocasia Pink Dragon and Alocasia Jacklyn into your home décor is more than a trend—it's a design choice that brings life, texture, and visual drama into your living space. These striking plants offer the perfect mix of elegance and wild beauty, making them ideal for anyone looking to elevate their interior with nature's finest artistry. Whether displayed as a dramatic duo or as individual statement pieces, these Alocasias prove that indoor plants can be both beautiful and bold. With thoughtful placement and consistent care, they'll reward you with year-round visual appeal and a deeper connection to the natural world—right from the comfort of your home. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
