The couple went on to have three children: Holly, Sam, and Clare Sarah, who tragically passed away just four days after being born prematurely.
A life lived quietly, but deeply
Despite spending decades beside one of the world’s most recognizable entrepreneurs, Joan long avoided public attention. Branson once explained:
”From the beginning Joan was a very private person, and the over four decades we have been together she has remained so.”
She rarely gave interviews, in fact, according to Branson, she didn’t participate in one until 2016 for a documentary about his ballooning adventures.
Her final chapter
Lady Joan was believed to be in good health when she celebrated her 80th birthday this summer. Branson shared a loving tribute at the time, reflecting on their decades together:
”Thank you for being by my side through it all – the highs, the lows, and all those quiet, content and peaceful moments in between. These are the moments I cherish most with you, I love you more and more each year.”Continue reading…
