Richard Branson's wife has sadly passed away. On Tuesday, the billionaire, who famously founded Virgin Records in 1970, announced heartbreaking news on Instagram: his wife of 36 years Joan Templeman has passed away. Alongside a beaming photo of her, the mogul shared somber words: "Heartbroken to share that Joan, my wife and partner for 50 years, has passed away. She was the most wonderful mum and grandmum our kids and grandkids could have ever wished for. She was my best friend, my rock, my guiding light, my world. Love you forever, Joan x" Related: James Van Der Beek's Wife Shares Hopeful Health Update Amid Cancer Battle See (below): View this post on Instagram A post shared by Richard Branson (@richardbranson) As of now, her cause of death remains unclear. But based on Richard's post from Monday, he might've known the end was near. Alongside a throwback pic of them two, he wrote: "Love this photo of Joan." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Richard Branson (@richardbranson) Our hearts are with Richard and all of Joan's loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. Rest in peace. [Images via FayesVision/WENN] The post Virgin Records Billionaire Richard Branson's Wife Dead At 80 -- Read His Emotional Statement appeared first on Perez Hilton.