02.05.2025 12:20
One of the richest people in the world, Bill Gates, has made headlines this time not for his wealth or technology investments. The 69-year-old billionaire has found himself at the center of social media through the words of his 22-year-old daughter, Phoebe Gates. While recounting the moment she introduced her boyfriend to her family, Phoebe accidentally revealed that her father has "Asperger's syndrome."
One of the richest names in the world, Bill Gates, has recently made headlines not for his technology or wealth, but for the statements of his daughter, Phoebe Gates. The 22-year-old Phoebe Gates caused a stir on social media with her remarks about her father during a program she attended.
LET IT SLIP
During the program, the young social media phenomenon talked about the process of introducing her boyfriend to her family, during which she provided quite a striking piece of information about her father. Phoebe Gates stated, "Bringing my boyfriend home was terrifying for him. For me, it was very funny. Because my dad is quite socially awkward. As he has said before, he has Asperger's. That's why it was very funny for me," she expressed.
SPARKED DEBATES IN THE COUNTRY
Following Phoebe's words, the fact that Bill Gates had never publicly mentioned such a medical condition raised discussions about whether the statement constituted a disclosure. Asperger's syndrome is known as a neurological condition that falls within the autism spectrum disorder and is characterized by difficulties in social interactions.
HAD NEVER MENTIONED IT BEFORE
Although the 69-year-old Gates has given countless interviews over the years, he has never made a direct statement regarding such a health condition until now. Phoebe's words particularly raised the question on social media: "Was this an unintentional disclosure?"