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Richard Branson
(1950-)
Who Is Richard Branson?
Richard Branson struggled in school and dropped out at age 16 — a decision that ultimately led to the creation of Virgin Records.
His entrepreneurial projects started in the music industry and expanded into other sectors, including the space-tourism venture Virgin Galactic, making him a billionaire. Branson is also known for his adventurous spirit and sporting achievements, including crossing oceans in a hot air balloon.
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Richard Charles Nicholas Branson was born on July 18, 1950, in Surrey, England.
His father, Edward James Branson, worked as a barrister. His mother, Eve Branson, was employed as a flight attendant.
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Branson, who struggled with dyslexia, had a hard time with educational institutions. He nearly failed out of the all-boys Scaitcliffe School, which he attended until the age of 13. He then transferred to Stowe School, a boarding school in Stowe, Buckinghamshire, England.
Still struggling, Branson