Jeff Bezos is the founder of Amazon, one of the world’s largest and most successful companies. He was born on January 12, 1964, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Ted Jorgensen and Jackie (Gise) Bezos. Bezos was adopted at a young age by his stepfather, Miguel “Mike” Bezos, an engineer at Exxon.
Early Life and Education
Bezos attended Princeton University, where he graduated with a B.S. in electrical engineering and computer science in 1986. After college, he worked at several financial institutions, including Bankers Trust and D.E. Shaw.
In 1994, Bezos left his job at D.E. Shaw to start Amazon, which was initially an online bookstore. The company quickly grew and expanded into other areas, such as electronics, clothing, and more.
Philanthropy and Personal Life
Bezos has been involved in various philanthropic efforts, including the Bezos Family Foundation, which focuses on education and early childhood development. He has also donated to other causes, such as the Washington Post and the Smithsonian Institution.
In his personal life, Bezos has been married twice, first to MacKenzie Bezos from 1993 to 2019, and then to Lauren Sanchez in 2025. He has four children, including an adopted daughter and three sons.
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