Brian May breaks silence on Queen bandmate Freddie Mercury's ‘secret love child' after DNA test
BRIAN May has broken his silence on claims his Queen bandmate Freddie Mercury had a 'secret love child'.
A bombshell new book titled Love, Freddie by biographer Lesley-Ann Jones will be released later this year and tells how
Advertisement
4
Brian May's reaction to bandmate Freddie Mercury's 'secret love child' has been revealed
Credit: Shutterstock
4
It's been claimed he has a daughter who was born in 1976
Credit: Redferns
4
Brian's wife Anita says he doesn't believe the claims
Credit: PA Wire
Now 77-year-old
Recalling the moment she heard the claims, Anita, 76, said: 'I went 'what?' I thought 'no'.
And I said to Brian, 'Do you know about this?' And he said, 'Do you believe this?''
Speaking to the
Advertisement
More on Freddie Mercury
She continued: 'There must be lots of people who have children that we don't know about.
'It's just because it's him. Because he's iconic.
'And the type of animal that he was, it seems inconceivable that he would have a child with someone we don't know about.'
Before
Advertisement
Most read in Celebrity
She kept them a secret for years, but recently handed them over to the author to form the basis of the book that'll be released later this year.
The woman, who was born in 1976, says she always knew the legendary singer was her dad - despite being raised by a loving family.
Freddie Mercury's family in bitter war with his ex who star 'left £37.5m' as they battle to get his belongings back
She lives in Europe working as a medical professional with children of her own, making Freddie a post-humous granddad.
4
Freddie and Brian performing in London in 1985
Credit: Getty
Advertisement
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Extra.ie
2 hours ago
- Extra.ie
From Jail to Fashion model - Where is he now?
If I were to say the name Jeremy Meeks, you could be forgiven for saying 'Who?' But if I mention the man known as the 'Hot Felon', you might just go 'Ah yes, I know EXACTLY who you mean'. The convicted felon with the piercing blue/grey eyes, whose police mugshot catapulted him to stardom in the fashion world in 2014, was a complete unknown in the world of beauty and celebrity, instead he was moving in circles involving gang violence and crime. But it was his visit to Stockton Police Department, California, in June 2014 that changed his entire life, after police shared his mugshot online, and the internet fell in love. Mandatory Credit: Photo by Davide Maestri/WWD/REX/Shutterstock (8870514p) Jeremy Meeks on the catwalk Philipp Plein show, Runway, Spring Summer 2018, Milan Fashion Week Men's, Italy – 17 Jun 2017 As he awaited his trial and sentencing, on felony and weapons charges, which he denied, Jeremy Meeks won the hearts of the social media world, with his tall, athletic physique and devastating 'Bad Boy' good looks. However, in 2015, he was convicted of one count of possession of a firearm, and was sentenced to 27 months in federal prison and ordered to take part in a Substance Abuse Treatment Programme in jail. Mandatory Credit: Photo by GeorgWenzel/face to face/REX/Shutterstock (8842193ht) Jeremy Meeks CANNES: 24th amfAR Gala, Cannes, France – 25 May 2017 But on his release from Mendota Federal Correctional Facility, he signed a modelling contract with 'White Cross Management' which saw him strut the fashion runways in Milan, Paris and beyond, and the man who had worn the orange prison garb for so long, was now wearing designer suits and on his way to becoming one of the world's best known models. He also went on to star in a number of movies, co-designed a range of clothing, and even penned his own autobiography entitled 'Model Citizen', which was released in February 2024. Pic: AP Meeks told 'Forbes Magazine' in 2017, that he's not stopping there, either. 'I can't limit myself to one thing,' he said. 'I'm not a model. I do modeling, but I also do acting and I'm about to start recording music.' He is also a dad of two boys, his first son Jeremy Junior, born to his first wife Melissa Meeks in 2010, and a second son, Jayden, born in 2018 to Meeks and his then partner 'Top Shop' heiress Chloe Green. Jeremy Meeks with sons. Pic: Instagram Jeremy currently works with a number of charities, helping underprivileged youths avoid gang crime, and also helps ex-prisoners to turn their lives around. In an update to Instagram last month, he shared his charity work saying 'God is so good, with projects like this it makes me feel like I'm actually walking in my purpose' The man who went from convicted felon to supermodel, actor and published author in a matter of months is now helping disadvantaged youngsters youths and ex-inmates like himself, to find a life free from crime.
The Irish Sun
2 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Love Island star breaks his silence after brutal dumping amid calls for him to be axed
LOVE Island star Remell Mullins has broken his silence following his brutal villa exit in a double dumping. On Friday night, Remell and Megan Forte Clarke were given their Advertisement 5 Remell was dumped from the villa last week Credit: ITV 5 Poppy and Remell couldn't keep their hands off each other in the sleepover Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 5 Alina ended things with Remell when she found out what he'd done Credit: Shutterstock They were then declared Now they're back in reality and social media, Remell has thanked fans for their support during this brief stint in the villa. Taking to Instagram, Remell wrote: "And just like that… I'm officially out of the love island villa. What a mad, unforgettable ride. "First off, thank you to every single one of you who's supported me—whether you were backing me to find love, keeping up with the show, or just curious from what you've seen online—I'm genuinely grateful." Advertisement READ MORE LOVE ISLAND "My journey might've been shorter than expected, but I walked in as me and walked out as me. No regrets," he continued. "I got to meet some incredible people, make real bonds and live out something most only dream about. "Seeing my name in headlines has been surreal to say the least—but trust, this is just the beginning." "I'm walking out with my head high and my heart full. Can't wait to show you lot what's next 🤞" he concluded, before signing off: "Big love always". Advertisement Most read in Love Island Before his hasty exit, Remell ruffled the feathers of both his fellow islanders and viewers at home with his efforts to find romance. Being sent to a 'sleepover' with new female islanders, Remell was seen striking up a romance with , with the pair snogging at every opportunity. Love Island fans demand Remell is axed from the villa after he shamelessly flirts with bombshell behind Alima's back However, when it came to returning to the villa, However, the truth came out when Helena – who was also invited to the sleepover with the new islanders – told Alina what Remell had been up to. Advertisement This led to 5 Remell had teased to Poppy that he would take her back into the main villa Credit: Eroteme 5 Friday night saw Remell get dumped from the island alongside Megan Clarke Credit: ITV
Irish Examiner
20 hours ago
- Irish Examiner
Ibiza: In search of sun and simplicity in a dance-music destination
A deep and distant thud, thud, thud drowns out the delicate washing of the sea against the shore. The glowing evening sun feels close as super yachts and boatloads of stag parties sail across the horizon like a noisy eclipse. I've been in Ibiza for a few days, yet it's only now, on my last night here, that I'm seeing its infamous party side in San Antonio for the first time. I'm woefully underdressed and sporting too much of a farmer's tan to be mistaken for a clubber or influencer, but I'm quite happy to be the odd one out. I came here to slow down and recharge in the mythical, quieter parts of Ibiza that are rumoured to exist. Depending on who you ask, you'll get different answers as to what Ibiza is like. It's a small island, smaller in fact than Co Louth, that can be crossed in an hour by car, but it has very clearly defined regions and personalities. The glam of recent decades has covered up Ibiza's arrival onto the tourist scene, when it was known as a haven for American hippies who were dodging the Vietnam War draft. Then came the clubbing era, thanks to famous nightclubs like Ocean and Pacha in Playa d'en Bossa in the South, while Freddie Mercury had his legendary 41st birthday in Pikes, near San Antonio, in the West. Ibiza Town is the largest urban area on the island, with roughly 50,000 inhabitants. It lies by the water on the east of the island, sandwiched between the marina and fortified, hillside structures of Old Town. Walking through the streets of Ibiza Town, I'm swarmed by groups of young people running in and out of the high street shops, picking up new outfits for their night out, but as I explore, I see the sandy stone of Old Town rise above me. Snaking laneways of shiny and slippery stones draw me up the inclines to tranquil courtyards lined with idyllic homes with views across the harbour. Enjoying a drink in Ibiza's Old Town Old Town is the historic heart of Ibiza. At its summit is Ibiza Castle, a fortified structure that has taken on many forms over the centuries and seen invasions by the Phoenicians, Romans, Moors, Christians, and pirates. Wandering around the fortress, I can only imagine how difficult it was to breach these stout walls. Amongst all the history are glimpses of modern Ibiza. The Museum of Contemporary Art lies within the walls and celebrates the island's artistic past that bloomed in the 1960s with the arrival of the hippies — this museum, like all others on the island, is free to visitors. A warm glow fills the evening air and I follow the sound of chat and laughter to the lower parts of Old Town, where I find a seat on a terrace overlooking the water below. I've certainly slowed down since my first day here and as I sip on my glass of vermouth as the sun sets, I can feel myself unwinding. I find active holidays relaxing. I'm not one for sitting on the beach, I get restless, as if the day is being wasted, but once I've done something active, the chemicals in my brain balance out and I can relax. With that in mind, I decide to rent a bike and explore the coastal trails and gravel roads. I turn from the paved paths on the west coast of Ibiza and onto a dry gravel road that kicks up dust with every spin of the wheels. Sunset along the coast of Ibiza It's not long until I've left the sea behind and find myself in complete silence, surrounded by nothing but pine trees and the odd fig and olive tree. Areas along the coast in Ibiza are densely populated with high-rise buildings and hotels, but out here, people live dispersed in whitewashed buildings scattered across the foothills of the central mountains. Life feels like it moves slowly here, with days of endless sunshine allowing people to grow food in their gardens, relax in their hammocks, and read on their terraces. Despite the late spring heat, coastal breezes keep me comfortable as I pedal up the hilly landscape and bomb back down on empty gravel roads. SIMPLE CAN BE PERFECT Jacarandas in bloom in Santa Gertrudis MY ACTIVE itch has been scratched and now it's time to eat. Wanting to see more of the island, I make my way to Santa Gertrudis in the centre of the island — I've heard there's a place here that does the best Iberico jamon. The village is idyllic — a whitewashed church stands at one end of a cobbled street that's lined with jacarandas in full purple bloom and buzzing with people eating outdoors. There's a small queue outside Bar Costa, mainly of Spanish people from what I can tell, which is always a good sign. I'm ushered in, stoop below the legs of ham hanging from the ceiling, and step through the rear dining room that's a song of noise from families eating and drinking. Ordering the Iberico ham and a glass of wine, it dawns on me how straightforward Spanish food is; there are no marketing buzzwords or TikTok-trending dishes on the menu, just simple food, done well. As the ham melts in my mouth, I'm convinced that not only can simple be better, but simple can be perfect. As a new day begins, so does a new activity: this time I'm swapping the land for the sea on a kayaking trip along the coast from Es Figueral beach with Kayak Ibiza. The sea is surprisingly cold here, nowhere near as cold as Ireland, but enough to feel odd given the sun-drenched, parched landscapes around me. 'You know Ibiza has a party reputation, right?' Alex, my guide, asks rhetorically as we paddle out into the sea. 'This area that we're in was a busy smuggling route years ago.' He points to a rock face 100m away where there is an oddly-coloured patch in the rock, marking the entrance to a tunnel that smugglers used in the past. Thankfully, the waters here are more welcoming these days. Under the shimmering azure are meadows of Neptune's grass, a native seaweed that waves up to the surface and is home to a variety of sea life. 'Look below you, can you see it?' Alex's question isn't rhetorical this time. 'There's a ray right there!' I make out the shovel-shaped creature and watch as it billows and glides through the water. Back on dry land, it's time to eat, but I've had such a good day by the water, I decide to eat my dinner by the coast. Jamon iberico at S'illa des Bosc, Ibiza S'illa des Bosc requires a little bit of effort to get to as it's not in a town, but its location on top of a small cliff by the water makes it ideal for a sunset dinner. Dining al fresco is such a treat and I order the tuna tataki, which is gently seasoned and seared, leaving the centre raw yet roaring with flavour. Though it's a Japanese dish, it suits Spanish life well, elevating quality produce with minimal fuss or fanfare. Long after dark, the bill arrives with some 'hierbas ibicencas', an Ibizan version of limoncello made with local herbs. It's a sharp yet sweet palate cleanser and a great way to round off a day by the sea. It's the final morning of my trip and I can't get last night's aperitif out of my mind. Looking for somewhere to buy a bottle before my flight, I find Can Muson, a farm with a cafe where you can make your own hierbas ibicencas. I'm sold. Stepping through the gates, the farm unfurls like a verdant paradise. Sheep grazing in the Ibizan countryside Goats and sheep play in the fields, trees are heavy with fruit, and the outdoor tables are laden with colourful foods and drinks — I couldn't be further, mentally or physically, from the island's nightclub scene here. Hierbas ibicencas is made by putting whatever herbs are at hand into a glass bottle before adding some fruit and topping up with aniseed liqueur. Given the loose recipe, there's no set way to make the drink; mine contains orange leaf, lavender, thyme, and a bunch of other fragrant herbs. Putting the cork in the bottle and giving it a good smack shut, I know this is one souvenir that I'm keeping for myself. Ibiza wasn't at the top of my list when I was looking for a restful break away, but something drew me here and made me look beyond what the island is best known for and rewarded me with exactly what I needed. Cian was a guest of Ibiza Tourism Board and the Spanish Tourism Office. Escape Notes Ryanair operates a daily direct flight from Dublin to Ibiza with a flight time of 2 hours and 50 minutes. Be warned, you may be on a flight with people who have already started the party! Stay at the stylish and peaceful Hyde Hotel in Cala Llonga from €230/night and get direct access to the beach. This hotel is in a quiet area with restaurants and bars within walking distance, but you may need a car to get around as a taxi into Ibiza Town costs €30. Plan your own restful trip to Ibiza by visiting the Ibiza Tourism website
