Is Bill gates the richest person on earth?

Question

I've heard people say that there is a Mexican man who is richer than Bill gates... Is it true?

Answer 1

http://money.cnn.com/2007/08/03/news/int...

Answer 2

Bill Gates gave most of his money away.

Answer 3

Probably not.  But he does not have a lot of money.  He is,  however, one of wealthiest.  I believe the Sheiks from Saudi Arabia probably are wealthier.  But, they are not as philanthropic an Bill Gates. They do not have to deal with the USA IRS tax base.

Answer 4

1. Warren Buffet

2. Carlos Slim Helu

3. Bill Gates

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_bil...

Answer 5

Yes, Bill Gates is no longer he richest man in the world. He gave 2 much 2 charity for him 2 still hold that status. I forgot what the Mexicans name is.

Answer 6

I dont know who is richer, but it is true that bill gates is only in the top 5 (i think)