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The Virgin Group founder shared the news on Instagram on Tuesday, posting an emotional tribute confirming that Templeman had passed away aged 80. "Heartbroken to share that Joan, my wife and partner for 50 years, has passed away," he wrote. "She was the most wonderful mum and grandmum our kids and grandkids could have ever wished for.". No cause of death has been disclosed. The announcement comes just days after the British business magnate posted a photo of himself kissing his wife's head, writing, "Everyone needs a Joan in their life.". On Monday, he shared another picture of himself and Templeman with the caption, "Love this photo of Joan."