Supporters of Richard Branson have come together after the businessman posted a heartfelt tribute online.

The 75-year-old tycoon was well known for owning the Mill House property in Kidlington. He resided there for two decades before transferring the home to his offspring in 2013 and moving his main base to Necker Island.

The business leader posted on social media platforms last November to reveal that his companion of half a century, whom he referred to as his closest companion and source of guidance, had passed away at age 80.

Joan and Richard tied the knot in 1989 and are parents to two offspring, Holly and Sam.

Sir Richard uploaded an entry to Instagram on Monday featuring a childhood photograph of his spouse dancing, honouring her memory on the first anniversary of her passing.

His message read that the day would have marked Joan’s 81st birthday, wished her continued dancing among the stars, and expressed their enduring affection.

The publication, which was also distributed via his Instagram story alongside a white heart symbol, attracted numerous messages of encouragement from followers.

The Bell Oxford establishment in Kidlington offered their sympathies and wished Joan a blessed heavenly birthday.

One individual commented that the memories were wonderful and sent embraces to the family as they honoured Joan.

Another individual stated she would forever remain present with them.

A fourth contributor expressed that heaven would embrace her and she would be watching over him with affection as they continued to follow his journey.

The commercial magnate had earlier mentioned that he and his spouse marked their birthdays together with their offspring during a excursion to Venice in Italy, which their elder daughter Holly had originally arranged to commemorate the celebrations.

Sir Richard confirmed his spouse’s passing on November 25 2025, describing himself as devastated and pledging eternal devotion.

In a contribution authored for the Virgin website to mark her 70th birthday, the wealthy businessman previously disclosed that he developed feelings for Ms Templeman immediately upon first meeting her while she was employed at a vintage goods store on Westbourne Grove in London.

Sir Richard described how he was required to frequent the establishment repeatedly and purchase numerous items, including a vintage promotional sign, before the couple began their relationship.

In that composition, the entrepreneur described his spouse as someone who valued her privacy and had consistently provided him with support across mental, emotional and spiritual dimensions.