Richard Branson Makes Heartfelt Post Reflecting on His Loss on a Milestone Occasion

Richard Branson’s beloved wife, Joan Templeman, died on November 25, and the Virgin Group founder has continued to pay tribute to her on social media and celebrate the beautiful life she lived. On Saturday, December 20, he shared several photos of himself and Templeman again, marking what would have been their wedding anniversary. 

Richard Branson Celebrates His Late Wife 

Templeman turned 80 in July 2025, and just four months later, she passed away. When she died, Branson announced her passing in an Instagram post, informing his followers that she was his “best friend” and partner for over five decades. The couple married in 1989 and are parents to three children and five grandchildren.

Branson made another Instagram post on December 20, celebrating their time together and sharing three recent photos from Templeman’s 80th birthday. They both look so happy and healthy. 

“Today marks mine and Joan’s wedding anniversary (coincidentally, it also marks Holly and Freddie’s anniversary, and the birthday of their wonderful twins – Etta and Artie!),” Branson shared. “I still remember mine and Joan’s wedding like it was yesterday. I’m not sure what I was whispering into her ear when these photos were taken on her 80th birthday this year, but I’m glad it made her smile! (swipe across).” 

Fans showed their support in the comment section, flooding the post with loving messages. “Beautiful moments like this will last forever,” a comment reads. “Joan is definitely with you in spirit, just look for the signs.” 

“You look like two kids Sharing secrets – I love it!,” another person shared. 

Other reactions include, “Goodness – that is wonderful to be able to celebrate so many occasions on one day. What a beautiful way to remember loved ones,” “Sweet memories heal. Gratitude to you for sharing during this time. You and your family are blessed with Joan’s smile in your hearts,” and “Sending love, Richard.”

Remembering Joan Templeman

The love shared between Branson and Templeman was so beautiful to witness, and she will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Branson is understandably heartbroken and devastated by his wife’s passing, but he has found some solace in the outpouring of love that fans and friends have shared. 

“Thank you to everyone who has shared such kind messages about Joan,” he wrote in an Instagram post on December 8. “Our whole family are so touched by the outpouring of love. It brings us great comfort, and it means so much to us all. We’re the kind of family that now just want to celebrate Joan and the wonderful life she lived. I feel so fortunate to have met her all those years ago. She was just a joy to be around – as so many of your messages reiterated.”

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