When your dad is one of the richest men on Earth, your dating life tends to spark a little interest. That’s exactly what's happening with Phoebe Gates, the youngest daughter of Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates, who's been quietly making headlines not for her startup moves this time, but for her relationship with none other than Arthur Donald — yes, that last name should ring a bell.
Who is Arthur Donald?
Arthur Donald may not have the paparazzi flash of a Hollywood star, but his lineage is iconic. He’s the grandson of Paul McCartney — as in Sir Paul, the legendary Beatle. Arthur is the eldest son of Mary McCartney, Paul’s daughter with his first wife Linda, and was born in 1999.
He’s got that cool British charm, a low-key vibe, and reportedly went to Harvard, where he majored in history. So yes, we’re talking elite brains and Beatles blood — a combo that practically writes its own rom-com.
Phoebe Gates: More than a billionaire's daughter
If you’ve been following Phoebe Gates, you know she’s not just chilling in billion-dollar yachts. The 21-year-old Stanford grad is a tech entrepreneur, fashion innovator, and rising voice in sustainable fashion through her AI-powered shopping platform Phia. Phia is Phoebe Gates’ fashion-tech startup that blends sustainability with AI-powered shopping. Co-founded by Phoebe and her friend Sophia Kianni, the app is all about empowering users to make ethical, budget-friendly choices.
She’s also been vocal about using her platform for social causes, women’s rights, and climate awareness. Basically, she’s got ambition, intellect, and the kind of grounded presence that screams “I’m not here just for the inheritance.”
Phoebe Gates confirmed the relationship recently
Phoebe Gates made things Instagram-official, last year, with a sweet photo captioned, “My boyfriend, Arthur, giving me a lift post-ceremony,” showing Arthur Donald playfully carrying her on his back.
The dating buzz first kicked off back in October 2023, as per reports, when Phoebe shared snaps from her Paris trip on Instagram — and yep, Arthur was tagged in one of the pics and spotted in the background. That was enough to set the rumor mill spinning. Later on, the two were seen together at the “Feud: Capote vs. the Swans” premiere, according to Page Six. And when asked about it in an interview? Phoebe played it cool and kept things private, offering zero details about her relationship status.