MacKenzie Scott's Divorce Settlement
When Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos divorced in 2019, MacKenzie received approximately 25% of Jeff Bezos's Amazon stake. At the time, this was worth around $36 billion, making it one of the largest divorce settlements in history. The couple had been married for 25 years.
What She Received From Amazon
The settlement gave MacKenzie roughly 4% of Amazon's total shares. This stake made her one of the wealthiest women in the world. She retained her position as a significant Amazon shareholder, though she later sold a portion of her shares to fund her philanthropic work.
Her Philanthropy and Net Worth
Since the divorce, MacKenzie Scott has pledged and donated billions to various charities, educational institutions, and social justice organizations. She has focused on supporting communities disproportionately affected by systemic inequality. Her current net worth continues to fluctuate with Amazon's stock price.
For more details on the financial terms and background, refer to the original reporting by Bloomberg.
