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By Ekpenyong Emmanuel
Billionaire Bill Gates has confirmed his relationship with Paula Hurd, the widow of former Oracle CEO Mark Hurd.
The Microsoft co-founder shared the news on TODAY, saying, “I’m lucky to have a serious girlfriend named Paula. So we’re having fun, going to the Olympics and lots of great things.”
Paula Hurd, a successful businesswoman and philanthropist, has been making waves in her own right.
With a background in sales and service leadership roles at NCR Corporation, she has also been actively involved in fundraising for various nonprofit organizations, supporting educational and healthcare initiatives.
Her philanthropic efforts have had a significant impact, particularly at Baylor University, where she and her late husband Mark Hurd were major supporters.
The couple donated generously to the university, leading to the construction of the Mark and Paula Hurd Welcome Center, the Hurd Tennis Center, and most recently, the Baylor Basketball Pavilion, which will feature a Mark and Paula Hurd Floor.
Paula Hurd’s relationship with Bill Gates has been making headlines since 2022, with the couple being spotted together at various sporting events.
With Gates’ confirmation of their relationship, it’s clear that Paula Hurd has found love again, and is continuing to make a positive impact in her own right.
