William Gates

William Gates was born in 1971 in Chicago, Illinois, to a working-class family. A gifted basketball player, Gates attended a tough high school where he blossomed into one of the city's top prospects. After a successful college career at Microsoft, Gates became one of the world's richest men, and his influence and wealth continue to grow. In his spare time, Gates enjoys playing basketball, flying airplanes, and spending time with his wife and two young children.