Billionaire Bill Gates and his girlfriend, Paula Hurd, made a splash at the lavish pre-wedding festivities for Anant Ambani, son of Asia’s richest billionaire Mukesh Ambani. The opulent event took place from March 1 to 3 at the Ambani family estate in Jamnagar and reportedly cost a staggering $120 million.
Attire for the Occasion
the celebration attracted numerous high-profile guests, including renowned CEOs and industry leaders. Gates expressed his excitement to attend this grand Indian wedding, stating to the Times of India, “I’m enjoying this. It will be difficult to attend another Indian wedding after this one. I’ll get into the spirit and wear some great Indian outfits.”
The Ambani family thoughtfully prepared outfits for all guests, providing consultants to assist them in embracing traditional Indian attire. Gates showcased two distinct looks during the festivities, each contrasting beautifully with Hurd’s ensemble.
On March 3, Gates donned a beige bandhgala jacket paired with narrow-leg pants. This traditional Indian jacket, known for its intricate hand embroidery, is typically worn at formal events. His girlfriend, Paula Hurd, complemented his look with an elegant black saree adorned with metallic details.
The previous day, Gates opted for a sophisticated black achkan, richly embroidered with floral designs, paired with matching fabric pants. Hurd’s outfit consisted of a stylish salwar kameez, featuring a tunic and nude wide-leg pants embellished with sequins and stones, perfectly accessorized with metallic high-heeled sandals and a chic jacket.
A Blossoming Romance
Bill Gates and Paula Hurd have reportedly been dating since 2022, with a source confirming their relationship in February 2023. Hurd, the widow of Oracle’s former CEO Mark Hurd, has held various business and management roles, including positions at NCR Corporation.
About Bill Gates
Born in 1955, Bill Gates co-founded Microsoft, the world’s largest software corporation, and served as its chairman, CEO, and chief software architect. He is hailed as a pioneer of the computer revolution of the 1970s and 1980s. Gates has consistently appeared on the Forbes list of world billionaires since 1987, holding the title of the world’s richest person for much of the late 1990s and early 2000s, except for a few years in between.
As of March 2024, Gates boasts a net worth of $149 billion, making him the fifth richest person globally. After stepping down from his executive role at Microsoft in 2008, he has dedicated himself to business ventures and philanthropic efforts. He is the founder and chairman of several companies, including Cascade Investment, TerraPower, bgC3, and Breakthrough Energy. Through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, he has donated substantial sums to charitable causes and scientific research initiatives, establishing it as the world’s largest private charity.
