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Time of India
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Meet Jeff Bezos' kids: All about his four children with Ex-wife MacKenzie Scott
Image: While Jeff Bezos is best known as the founder of Amazon and one of the richest individuals in the world, he also plays another deeply personal role — that of a father. Bezos shares four children with his ex-wife, philanthropist and novelist MacKenzie Scott: three sons and a daughter, one of whom was adopted from China. Despite his global fame, Bezos has worked hard to keep his children's lives private. Only his eldest son, Preston, has been publicly named. Over the years, Bezos has occasionally offered glimpses into his parenting style, highlighting the importance of passion, independence, and hands-on learning. Here's what we know about the billionaire's family life and his approach to fatherhood. Jeff Bezos' private family life with rare public appearances Jeff Bezos and MacKenzie Scott were married for 25 years before their divorce in 2019. During their marriage, the couple raised four children — three biological sons and one adopted daughter — with a strong emphasis on privacy. To this day, Bezos has only publicly shared the name of his eldest son, Preston, who was born in 2000 and named after Bezos' own middle name, which traces back to his great-grandfather. Despite their low public profile, the Bezos family made a rare appearance together in 2016 at the premiere of Star Trek Beyond, where all four children joined their parents on the red carpet. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Preston later accompanied his father to the 2019 American Portrait Gala at the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C., marking another rare public outing. Parenting values, routines, and advice from a billionaire dad Bezos has often credited his own father, Cuban immigrant Miguel "Mike" Bezos, as a major influence on his life and parenting style. He has described his dad as a warm and hardworking role model who inspired his deep appreciation for optimism and resilience. Following this lead, Bezos instilled self-efficacy in his kids by encouraging them to build things on their own. In fact, he once said he let them use knives at age four and power tools by age seven — an approach shared by Scott, who famously said she would "rather have a kid with nine fingers than a resourceless kid. " Raising a family while building Amazon was no easy feat. Scott once told Vogue that after their third child, she stepped away from writing to focus on parenting full-time. "Those years were just too busy," she recalled. Bezos, for his part, made family time a priority. He spoke of enjoying slow mornings with his children, reading the newspaper, having breakfast, and even doing the dishes every night. He also advised his children to follow their passions rather than chase prestige, saying, "Whatever you do, choose something you can bring passion to... That's going to make it easier to work hard." Life after divorce: co-parenting and continued support After announcing their divorce in early 2019, Bezos and Scott emphasized their commitment to co-parenting. In a joint statement, they described themselves as remaining close friends and supportive partners in raising their children. Just months later, both reaffirmed their respect for one another when their divorce was finalized. Scott noted she was "looking forward to the next phase as co-parents and friends," while Bezos echoed her sentiment, saying he was "grateful" for her kindness and looked forward to their new relationship. As Bezos begins a new chapter of his life with his wife Lauren Sánchez, he continues to maintain a protective boundary around his children's privacy while occasionally offering thoughtful insights into the values and lessons he hopes to pass on to them. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
Hindustan Times
28-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Who are Jeff Bezos' four children? All about his kids with ex-wife MacKenzie Scott
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos got married to Lauren Sanchez in Venice on Friday. The couple tied the knot on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore and celebrated their special day by hosting several big names such as Bill Gates, Oprah Winfrey, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Orlando Bloom. Kim and Khloe Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, Karlie Kloss, Queen Rania of Jordan, as well as fashion designers Diane von Fürstenberg, Tommy Hilfiger, and Domenico Dolce were also present. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has four children with ex-wife MacKenzie Scott, whose details remain private. REUTERS/Manuel Silvestri(REUTERS) One of the world's richest persons, Bezos, shares three sons and a daughter with his ex-wife, MacKenzie Scott. Here's all you need to know about them. Also read: Who is Mark Bezos? Jeff Bezos' rarely seen half-brother shines at Venice wedding as he resembles to This Hollywood star Who are Jeff Bezos' four children? Bezos was previously married to MacKenzie Scott, and the two got divorced in 2019. Over the years, the Amazon founder has given high priority to the privacy of his children. He has shared that their eldest son was born in 2000 and is named Preston. Notably, Jeff Bezos' middle name is Preston. He and Scott gave this name to their eldest child. The moniker got passed on from his great-grandfather, Lloyd Preston Gise, to his grandfather, Lawrence Preston Gise. According to USA Today, the names and birth dates of his two other sons and one daughter have never been made public. Earlier, it was revealed that Bezos was dependent on Scott, a novelist, to raise his children when he was busy working on Amazon. In a 2013 interview with Vogue, she said that kids have an 'urgent need to be taken care of.' She noted that she was unable to continue writing after the third child, as "those years were just too busy." Bezos has often spoken about how his father, Miguel 'Mike', served as a major inspiration for him. At a May 2022 event, he said that people can find "deep optimism and a deep resilience" in every immigrant. To date, there is very little information known about Bezos and Scott's four children as they live out of the spotlight. In July 2016, the former couple had made a rare public appearance with their children as they stepped out to attend the premiere of Star Trek Beyond. Preston even accompanied his father to the American Portrait Gala, which took place at the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery in 2019. FAQs 1. How many biological children does Jeff Bezos have? Bezos shares four children with his ex-wife, MacKenzie Scott. 2. Who is Jeff Bezos' new wife? He is now married to Lauren Sanchez. 3. Who has custody of Lauren Sanchez's kids? She shares joint physical custody of her son Evan and daughter Ella with her former husband, Patrick Whitesell. She also has a son, Nikko, with ex Tony Gonzalez.
