Happy birthday! Melinda Gates turns 62 today

The iconic and legendary business woman turns 62 on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026.

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Bill Gates' wife Melinda Gates is celebrating her 62nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed business women of her generation.

Popular business woman Melinda Gates has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 62nd birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Gates, a cultural icon

Born Melinda Ann French Gates in Dallas on August 15, 1964, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Gates' not just a great business woman, she's an inspiration, an icon and a very charming woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Melinda hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Melinda Gates as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 62.

Happy Birthday, Melinda, you're the best!

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