Who is Jolin Zhu? Oracle Co-Founder Larry Ellison’s Fifth Wife; 47 Years His Junior

Larry Ellison, 81, co-founder of Oracle Corporation and one of the world’s richest men, has married Jolin Zhu, also known as Zhu Keren. Zhu, 33, is a Chinese native and a graduate of the University of Michigan, making her about 47 years younger than Ellison.

News of the marriage became public in November 2024 when the University of Michigan’s Champions Circle, a donor group, referred to “Larry and his wife Jolin” in a communication. The exact date of their wedding has not been disclosed. However, Zhu has been seen with Ellison at various public events since 2018, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Zhu’s Background and Education

Zhu, whose full name is Zhu Keren, was born in China and studied at Northeast Yucai Foreign Language School in Liaoning province during her early education. She later attended Bard College at Simon’s Rock in Massachusetts, a liberal arts institution, before transferring to the University of Michigan. At Michigan, she completed a bachelor’s degree in International Studies.

After graduation, Zhu briefly lived in Redwood Shores, California, near Oracle’s former headquarters. Reports describe her as coming from a wealthy background, which gave her access to international education and exposure at an early stage.

Ellison’s Global Standing

Larry Ellison co-founded Oracle in 1977 and built it into one of the world’s largest software and cloud computing companies. Over decades, he has remained one of the most influential figures in the technology industry, expanding his investments into real estate, aviation, and other sectors.

As of 2025, Ellison’s net worth has been estimated at around US$393 billion, placing him among the richest individuals in the world. His role in shaping Oracle and his significant personal fortune continue to make him a prominent figure in business and technology.

A Private Partnership

Beyond her education and occasional appearances alongside Ellison, little is publicly known about Zhu’s professional life or current activities. She has maintained a low profile, and details about the couple’s private life remain undisclosed.

What is confirmed is that Zhu, a 33-year-old with an international academic background, is now married to Larry Ellison, an 81-year-old billionaire entrepreneur. Their marriage, quietly revealed through a university donor mention, marks a new personal chapter for the Oracle co-founder.