”From the beginning Joan was a very private person, and the over four decades we have been together she has remained so.”
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.”
Now, Branson is grieving the woman he has long described as the foundation of every part of his life — his partner, confidante, and greatest source of steadiness.
Her loss marks the end of a remarkable 50-year partnership built on devotion, resilience, and unwavering support.
