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Melinda French Gates Shares the Sweet and Sad Story Behind Son Rory’s Name (Exclusive)

Melinda French Gates shares the sweet and sad story behind her son Rory's middle name in her new memoir, 'The Next Day'

When it came time to think about a name for her son, Melinda French Gates knew she wanted to honor her late friend John Neilson. Once she and Bill decided that she would get induced, Melinda wanted to take the time to see John since she didn't know how long she'd be in the hospital before she delivered — or if he'd still be alive when she got out. For more on Melinda French Gates' life after divorce, what she's learned and what's next for her and her philanthropy, subscribe to PEOPLE or pick up this week's issue, on newsstands Friday.

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