Jacklyn ‘Jackie’ Bezos, mother of Amazon founder Jeff, has died aged 78, after a five year battle with progressive neurological disorder Lewy body Dementia.

The billionaire shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram on Thursday after the news was confirmed in a statement from the Bezos Family Foundation. Jacklyn died at her home in Miami, the statement said. Two years ago, Bezos moved to Florida to be closer to her.

In his tribute, Bezos said his mom was surrounded by family in her final moments.

“After a long fight with Lewy body Dementia, she passed away today,” Bezos wrote, nothing she was “surrounded by so many of us who loved her”, including “her kids, grandkids, and my dad.”

He added: “I know she felt our love in those final moments. We were all so lucky to be in her life. I hold h

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