Bill Gates made pros, cons list before marrying Melinda

Bill and Melinda Gates [Courtesy]

For the longest time, Bill and Melinda Gates were known as one of the world's most powerful couples. Sadly, the two announced the end of their marriage after 27 years in a touching statement posted on Twitter on Monday.

"After a great deal of thought and a lot of work on our relationship, we have made the decision to end our marriage. Over the last 27 years, we have raised three incredible children and built a foundation that works all over the world to enable all people to lead healthy, productive lives," read the statement if part.