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Newsweek
2 days ago
- Business
- Newsweek
Jeff Bezos' Mother Jackie's Cause of Death: What We Know
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Jeff Bezos' mother, Jacklyn "Jackie" Gise Bezos, died on Thursday at the age of 78, the Amazon founder confirmed on social media. While no official cause of death has been released, Jeff Bezos said she had "a long fight with Lewy Body Dementia." Newsweek reached out to Bezos' representative for comment on Friday via email outside regular working hours. The Context Bezos is the fourth wealthiest person in the world, Forbes reported, with a net worth of $243.6 billion as of August 15. The 61-year-old founded Amazon in 1994 out of his Seattle garage. He also owns the The Washington Post and the aerospace company Blue Origin. In June, the businessman got married to Lauren Sanchez in Italy. Jeff Bezos and his mother Jacklyn Bezos arrive at the Amazon's Emmy Celebration at the Sunset Tower Hotel on September 18, 2016 in West Hollywood, California. Jeff Bezos and his mother Jacklyn Bezos arrive at the Amazon's Emmy Celebration at the Sunset Tower Hotel on September 18, 2016 in West Hollywood, To Know On Thursday, Jeff Bezos took to Instagram to share the news of his mother's death. According to an obituary on the Bezos Scholars Program website, Jacklyn Bezos "died peacefully in her Miami home on August 14th." Jeff Bezos wrote: "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. 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." His statement continued: "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." "I love you, mom," he concluded. The Mayo Clinic defines Lewy Body Dementia, also known as LBD, as "the second-most common type of dementia after Alzheimer's disease." LBD "causes a decline in mental abilities that gradually gets worse over time. People with LBD might see things that aren't there, known as visual hallucinations. They also may have changes in alertness and attention." What People Are Saying In the comments underneath Bezos' social media tribute, people shared messages of support. Lauren Sanchez wrote in a note with 1,156 likes: "We will miss her SO much. Love you." Actress Sharon Stone said in a message with 827 likes: "My sincere condolences I just lost my mom too." Spanish actor Antonio Banderas shared in a translated reply with 421 likes: "my deepest sympathy to you. Much strength in these tough times." Model Naomi Campbell posted in a comment with 138 likes: "My Sincere condolences to you, your family & loved ones." Model Miranda Kerr added in a tribute with 93 likes: "Thinking of you and your family." What Happens Next Jacklyn Gise Bezos is survived by her husband, Miguel "Mike" Bezos, her three children, 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild, the Bezos Scholars Program website states.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jeff Bezos Suffers Devastating Family Loss Just Weeks After His Wedding With Lauren Sánchez
Jeff Bezos Suffers Devastating Family Loss Just Weeks After His Wedding With Lauren Sánchez originally appeared on Parade. ' mother, Jacklyn Bezos, is dead at 78 just weeks after the Amazon founder's star-studded wedding with . Naturally, fans were curious to learn more about Jackie's life and cause of death. Let's take a closer look at the details surrounding Bezos' mom's death. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 Jeff Bezos' mom, Jacklyn, is dead, the Bezos Scholars Program announced. On Thursday, Aug. 14, the Bezos Scholars Program announced Jackie's death. She died in her Miami, Fla., home earlier that day. "A quiet final chapter to a life that taught all of us, friends and family alike, the true meaning of grit and determination, kindness and service to others," the statement read. It continued, "Jackie's life of service was second only to her passion for family and gathering. As a grandmother Jackie found immense joy in watching her family grow. She passed down not only traditions and stories, but also her values—kindness, resilience, and the importance of togetherness." What was Jacklyn Bezos' cause of death? A cause of death was not specifically announced for Jacklyn. However, the Bezos Scholars Program noted that she 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," in 2020. The statement added, "Mike, her husband and partner for more than a half century remained by her side at every step of this journey." Jeff posted a tribute to his mother in the wake of her death. On Instagram, the Amazon mogul posted a photo of his late mother alongside a touching tribute. "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, 61, captioned his update. "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." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jeff Bezos (@jeffbezos) The bereaved son continued, "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." Meanwhile, Sánchez posted the same photo of Jackie to her Instagram Stories along with a broken heart emoji. The news of Jeff's mother's death came mere weeks after he and Sánchez married during a wedding ceremony in Venice, Italy. The three-day affair included guests like , , , , , Orlando Bloom, Mick Jagger and more. Next: Jeff Bezos Suffers Devastating Family Loss Just Weeks After His Wedding With Lauren Sánchez first appeared on Parade on Aug 14, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Aug 14, 2025, where it first appeared.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
Jeff Bezos' mother Jackie has died
Published: | Updated: Amazon founder Jeff Bezos mourned the loss of his mother after she died surrounded by family in her Miami home at the age of 78. Jacklyn Bezos, also known as Jackie, died peacefully at home on Thursday, after a battle with brain illness, Jeff said in a post to his Instagram. '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,' Jeff Bezos wrote. '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.' Earlier the Bezos Scholars Program confirmed her passing in their own statement, writing: 'A quiet final chapter to a life that taught all of us, friends and family alike, the true meaning of grit and determination, kindness and service to others. Jackie's life of service was second only to her passion for family and gathering. As a grandmother Jackie found immense joy in watching her family grow. She passed down not only traditions and stories, but also her values - kindness, resilience, and the importance of togetherness.' Jacklyn had been diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia in 2020, her foundation said, with her husband Mike remaining by her side throughout the struggle. The family acknowledged the team of health care professionals that had helped her over the last few years. News of her passing was shared by Bezos' wife Lauren Sanchez, who posted a picture of her mother-in-law on Instagram with a breaking heart emoji. After news of her passing was shared to social media by the Bezos Scholars, they were quickly inundated with tributes. News of her passing was shared by Bezos' wife Lauren Sanchez, who posted a picture of her mother-in-law on Instagram with a breaking heart emoji. After news of her passing was shared to social media by the Bezos Scholars, they were quickly inundated with tributes. 'I'm so honored I got to work with Jackie on the Bezos Scholars program and stay in touch with her and Mike. The universe is a better place for having had her in it,' one person commented. Another added: 'Jackie taught and lived by the ripple effect. The ripples she created will continue to magnify. How she touched so many lives.' Jacklyn had met Jeff's biological father Ted Jorgensen and gave birth to the billionaire at the age of 17, they had married the year previously. When Jeff was just 17 months old she filed for divorce from Jorgensen, later going on to marry Cuban refugee Miguel 'Mike' Bezos who adopted Jeff. The two share their son Mark. Jacklyn and Miguel went on to invest just under $250,000 into Amazon in 1995 to help their son with his new company. The sum that they lent him was considered not just a huge amount but also a massive risk as people were still skeptical of the internet. But the gamble paid off, as their son is now worth over $243 billion dollars - with Amazon a $2 trillion company. Bezos spoke about the original investment his parents gave him at a 2015 event, recalling telling them: 'I want you to know how risky this is. Because I want to come home at dinner for Thanksgiving and I don't want you to be mad at me.' It is unclear how much stock they still hold in the company, they donated just under 600,000 shares to the Bezos Family Foundation from 2001 to 2016 according to filings. In 2022, Bezos helped his parents snap up a six-bedroom, seven-bathroom waterfront mansion in Miami for $34 million. The property was bought by a Delaware company linked to Bezos' parents with the help of a $5million loan from the Bank of America. Jeff added to his own tribute: '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. 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.'
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Heartbreak for Jeff Bezos as his mother Jackie dies aged 78 following dementia battle just weeks after Venice wedding
JEFF Bezos is mourning the loss of his mother, Jacklyn 'Jackie' Bezos, who has died at the age of 78. The Bezos Family Foundation announced the news Thursday, revealing she passed away peacefully at her Miami home on August 14. 2 2 While no cause of death was given, the Foundation said she was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia in 2020. In an emotional post, Jeff reflected on how his mom's life as an adult began early, becoming a mother at just 17. He said she 'pounced on the job of loving me with ferocity,' later bringing his stepfather Mike into the family and expanding her love to his siblings Christina and Mark. Bezos said her 'list of people to love never stopped growing' and that she 'always gave so much more than she ever asked for.' He shared that after a long battle with Lewy Body Dementia, Jackie died surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and Mike. 'I know she felt our love in those final moments. We were all so lucky to be in her life,' he wrote, adding: 'I hold her safe in my heart forever… I love you, mom.' In a heartfelt tribute, the Foundation described Jackie as 'the true meaning of grit and determination, kindness and service to others' — values she passed on to her children and grandchildren. It praised her husband, Mike Bezos, for staying by her side 'at every step' of her illness and thanked the healthcare team who cared for her. Born December 29, 1946, in Washington, D.C., Jackie had Jeff at 17 with her first husband, Ted Jorgensen, before the couple split when Jeff was a toddler. She later married Cuban immigrant Miguel 'Mike' Bezos in 1968 — a lifelong partnership that lasted nearly six decades. In 1995, the couple famously invested just under $250,000 into Jeff's then-new venture, Amazon. A devoted mother to Jeff, Christina, and Mark, Jackie juggled work, night school, and family life — making countless trips to Radio Shack for Jeff, supervising cheerleading practice for Christina, and hauling drums in the family station wagon for Mark. She later earned her psychology degree at 45, proving, as the Foundation put it, 'it's never too late to follow your dreams.' In 2000, she and Mike founded the Bezos Family Foundation, spearheading initiatives such as Vroom, which supports early childhood development, and the Bezos Scholars Program for students in the US and Africa. She also played a major role in funding groundbreaking cancer research at Seattle's Fred Hutch Cancer Center.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Jackie Bezos, mother of Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos, dies aged 78 in Miami home
The mother of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has died at the age 78. A statement by the Bezos Scholars Program said that Jacklyn Bezos, also known as Jackie, died peacefully in her Miami home on Thursday. Their statement added: 'A quiet final chapter to a life that taught all of us, friends and family alike, the true meaning of grit and determination, kindness and service to others.' News of her passing was shared by Bezos' wife Lauren Sanchez, who posted a picture of her mother-in-law to her Instagram with a breaking heart emoji.
