Billionaire philanthropist Melinda French Gates opened up about her emotional response to her ex-husband Bill Gates's name appearing in recently released files concerning the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. In an interview with NPR's Wild Card podcast, Melinda acknowledged feeling 'unbelievable sadness' and stated that the resurfacing of these details brings back memories of 'very painful times' in their marriage. She emphasized the importance of those implicated in the records, including Bill, addressing the lingering questions about their interactions. 'I am so happy to be away from all the muck,' she remarked, highlighting her relief following their 2021 divorce. Despite the allegations, a spokesperson for Bill Gates reiterated that he has not been accused of any wrongdoing linked to Epstein, stressing that Gates's contact with Epstein was minimal and regretful. While Melinda reflects on her past with sorrow, she hopes that clarity will emerge regarding the controversial figures mentioned in the files.