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The 13 best stories about Bill Gates that show off his eccentric genius

Matt WeinbergerFeb 12, 2017, 18:47 IST

Paul Hackett/Reuters

Bill Gates has led a heck of a life - from Harvard dropout, to Microsoft billionaire, to globetrotting philanthropist.

In that time, he's developed a reputation as a strict manager, a brilliant thinker, and a guy who takes simple pleasure in doing the dishes.

Here are the absolute best stories we've ever heard about Bill Gates, sourced from books, the web, and all the interviews with former colleagues Business Insider has performed over the years.

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