15.09.2025 10:02
While the divorce process of the Sabancı couple remains a topic of discussion, Vuslat Doğan Sabancı's demand for 5 billion TL in compensation is drawing attention. This amount corresponds to only 12.5% of Ali Sabancı's wealth. When compared to the compensation paid by billionaires like Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates worldwide, it appears quite modest.
Ali Sabancı and his wife Vuslat Doğan Sabancı, well-known figures in the business world, have decided to divorce. The separation claims, which have been in the news for a while, have reached a deadlock, especially due to the compensation demand.
5 BILLION TL DEMAND
According to a report by Sabah, Vuslat Doğan Sabancı is seeking 5 billion TL (approximately 120 million dollars) in compensation from her husband. This high demand is making the divorce process even more challenging for both parties.
12.5% OF THE FORTUNE
Ali Sabancı, who is the 34th richest person in Turkey with a fortune of approximately 960 million dollars, would lose about 12.5% of his assets if he pays this compensation.
DIFFICULT PAST: BOAT ACCIDENT
The Sabancı couple suffered a severe boat accident off the coast of Leros Island in Greece in 2023. After the accident, Vuslat Doğan Sabancı underwent 3 surgeries, while it is known that Ali Sabancı had 11 operations. The couple, who went through long treatment processes, has been referred to in the media and business world as "the couple who faced difficulties together."
Now, all eyes are on how the divorce process of the Sabancı couple will conclude and where the negotiations regarding the compensation will lead.
The compensation figure of 120 million dollars, frequently discussed in financial circles, may sound enormous, but when considering Ali Sabancı's total wealth, it is not considered high proportionally. This demand, equivalent to 12.5% of his approximately 960 million dollar fortune, is evaluated within the usual limits in ultra-wealthy divorce cases.
In Western countries, this ratio can sometimes vary between 25% and 50%.
EXPERT COMMENT: THE FIGURE IS LARGE BUT A BALANCED DEMAND WHEN LOOKING AT THE TOTAL FORTUNE
The compensation figure of 120 million dollars, frequently discussed in financial circles, may sound enormous, but when considering Ali Sabancı's total wealth, it is not considered high proportionally. This demand, equivalent to 12.5% of his approximately 960 million dollar fortune, is evaluated within the usual limits in ultra-wealthy divorce cases.
In Western countries, this ratio can sometimes vary between 25% and 50%.
WORLD RECORD DIVORCES
The divorce process between Ali Sabancı and Vuslat Doğan Sabancı is in the spotlight, especially due to the high compensation demand. However, similar processes are also very familiar to many famous business people worldwide.
JEFF BEZOS – MACKENZIE SCOTT
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos divorced his wife MacKenzie Scott in 2019. After the divorce, approximately 38 billion dollars worth of Amazon shares were transferred to Scott. This amount was equivalent to about 25% of Bezos's fortune. With this agreement, Scott became one of the richest women in the world.
BILL GATES – MELINDA GATES
Microsoft founder Bill Gates and his wife Melinda Gates ended their 27-year marriage in 2021. Although the exact compensation amount was not disclosed after the separation, a significant portion of the wealth exceeding 60 billion dollars was shared. After the divorce, Melinda Gates took over some shares of the Gates Foundation and focused on independent projects.