Who is the wife of Brian Thompson, Paulette Thompson, and how many children does he leave behind?

Shortly before 7am on Wednesday morning Brian Thompson, a long-time executive for UnitedHealthcare, was shot and killed outside a Manhattan hotel.

Thompson was leaving the building when he was shot by a masked man, who then fled the scene on a bicycle. Law enforcement arrived on the shortly shortly after and the victim was transported to a nearby hospital but was soon pronounced dead.

The 50-year-old is survived by Paulette Thompson, 51, and their two children. Paulette is a physical therapist Park Nicollet Health Services

Her work biography reads: ‘I love spending time with my two boys and taking them to all of their activities. I also love boating, spending time with family and friends, playing piano, biking, and traveling."

In response to the horrific shooting Minnesota Governor Tim Walz issued a statement sending condolences to the family: “This is horrifying news and a terrible loss for the business and health care community in Minnesota. Minnesota is sending our prayers to Brian’s family and the UnitedHealthcare team.”

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