Richard Branson beats Jesus in the role model stakes

I’m sure this comes as no surprise to Richard Branson but a new poll from Opinium Research has named the British entrepreneur as a more popular role model for children than Jesus.

Branson also beat the likes of Nelson Mandela, Winston Churchill and Martin Luther King.

However, he missed out on top spot. Survey respondents considered family members to be the most ideal role model for children.

Here's the top ten:

1. A family member2. Richard Branson3. Jesus Christ4. A teacher5. Nelson Mandela6. Diana Princess of Wales7. Jamie Oliver8. Winston Churchill9. Martin Luther King10. Bill Gates

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