He was the lead singer and songwriter of the British rock band Queen. He was known for his powerful voice and dynamic performances. Mercury wrote many of Queen’s hits that became international classics. He was one of rock’s most iconic frontmen. Unfortunately, the star passed away in 1991 from complications related to AIDS, leaving a lasting legacy in music history.
Concerning his personal life, he was never married. However, he had a close and lifelong bond with Mary Austin with whom he was romantically involved in the early 1970s. Later, their romance turned into friendship. The legendary performer often said that no one could ever replace Mary in his life. For many years, it was believed that he had no children. However, a new biography titled With Love, Freddie by L. Jones reveals a different story — that he had a daughter.
According to the book, the child was born in 1976 after a brief affair with the wife of one of his friends. This occurred just a year after the release of his iconic hit Bohemian Rhapsody. Only a small circle of people was aware of her existence, including his parents, sister, bandmates, and his longtime companion. Now 48, his daughter is a doctor. She grew up in a loving home and was always aware of who her father was. Mercury maintained a warm, though discreet, relationship with her over the years. Shortly before his death, he entrusted her with 17 volumes of his personal diaries, which she has kept private ever since.
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