The woman alleged to be the secret daughter of legendary Queen frontman Freddie Mercury has died at the age of 48 after a long battle with a rare form of cancer.
A Life Lived in Anonymity
Known only as 'B' in media reports, the woman maintained her privacy throughout her life to protect her medical career. Her widower has now confirmed to the Mail Online that she passed away peacefully. She had been fighting chordoma, a rare and aggressive spinal cancer. Her ashes have been scattered in the Alps, and her widower stated she is now "with her beloved and loving father". She leaves behind two young sons, aged nine and seven.
Explosive Claims in New Biography
The connection to Freddie Mercury was brought to light by author Lesley-Ann Jones in her recent biography, Love Freddie. The book alleges that B was born following a rumoured liaison between Mercury and the wife of a friend. Jones claims Mercury referred to her as 'Bibi' and that his Queen bandmates and close family were aware of her existence, though it was never publicly acknowledged.
According to the biography, B was raised by another family but Mercury maintained regular contact, visiting frequently until his death from AIDS-related complications in 1991. The book states her cancer developed in childhood and that her family relocated often to access the best possible treatment.
DNA Evidence and Family Contemplations
B herself wrote a letter asserting her parentage, stating: "Freddie Mercury was and is my father. We had a very close and loving relationship... He adored me and was devoted to me." While scepticism has surrounded the claims, Jones has addressed critics on social media, insisting that DNA verification was obtained and legal teams were involved, though the evidence remains private.
Following her death, her family are reportedly considering releasing photographs of B with the iconic singer, something she avoided during her lifetime to stay out of the public eye. Mercury's long-term partner, Mary Austin, whom he called the love of his life, was reportedly aware of B's existence.
The revelations add a poignant and complex new layer to the understanding of Freddie Mercury's private life, which he fiercely guarded. While he never publicly disclosed his sexuality, he had significant relationships with both men and women, and this alleged chapter speaks to the deeply personal world he kept separate from his global rock stardom.
