Lady Joan Sarah Drummond Branson, aged 80, died from a blood clot on November 24, 2022, at London Bridge Hospital due to complications from a fall that occurred two weeks earlier. An inquest will explore whether she should have been prescribed blood thinners and if she was wearing Thrombo-Embolus Deterrent (TED) stockings, which help reduce blood clot risks. Lady Joan had a long history of blood clot issues, with significant incidents reported since 2010. At a pre-inquest hearing, her husband, Sir Richard Branson, and their daughter Holly expressed that they were not seeking to assign blame for her death but hoped to learn lessons that could benefit other families. Sir Richard shared his grief on social media, describing Joan as his best friend and partner for 50 years. The couple's relationship began in 1976, and they had three children together, including Holly and Sam, as well as four grandchildren. Sir Richard's tribute highlighted the joy Joan brought to their lives, emphasizing their strong bond and the impact of her loss.