Death from AIDS
According to the book Mercury and Me by partner Jim Hutton, Mercury was diagnosed with AIDS in the spring of 1987. Despite his claim to have tested negative for HIV in a 1987 interview, the British press nonetheless stalked the singer during the final years of his life.[21] Although rumours about his health were rampant, he continued to deny that he had AIDS. However, from the video for "These Are the Days of Our Lives," which represents Mercury's last appearance on film, it was clear from his gaunt appearance that he was seriously ill. On November 22, 1991 Mercury called Queen's manager Jim Beach over to his Kensington home to discuss a public statement. The following day, November 23, the following announcement was made to the press:
"Following the enormous conjecture in the press over the last two weeks, I wish to confirm that I have been tested HIV positive and have AIDS. I felt it correct to keep this information private to date to protect the privacy of those around me. However, the time has come now for my friends and fans around the world to know the truth and I hope that everyone will join with my doctors and all those worldwide in the fight against this terrible disease. My privacy has always been very special to me and I am famous for my lack of interviews. Please understand this policy will continue."
A little over 24 hours after issuing the statement, Freddie Mercury died at home in the presence of close friends at the age of 45. The official cause of death was bronchial pneumonia resulting from AIDS.[22][23]
Although he had not attended religious services in years, Mercury's funeral was conducted by a Zoroastrian priest. He was cremated at Kensal Green Cemetery, and the whereabouts of his ashes are unknown, although some believe them to have been dispersed into Lake Geneva. The remaining members of Queen founded The Mercury Phoenix Trust and organized The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert. He left £500 000 to his chef, £500 000 to his personal assistant, £100 000 to his driver and £500 000 to his partner, Jim Hutton. Mary Austin, his life-long friend, inherited the estate and now lives there with her family.
2006-08-29 06:57:01
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answered by miraob86 4
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Freddie Mercury was a Shojay
2015-07-30 03:55:45
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answered by Shervin 1
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Yeah this is actual ! i love Freddie Mercury he's one in each of my fashionable artist's My fashionable music from Freddie and "Queen" is "Miracle" satisfied Birthday Freddie Mercury for you'll continuously proceed to exist in our hearts, memories and through your song. relax In Peace Freddie Mercury and satisfied 63rd birthday ! =)
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answered by Anonymous
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"He was cremated at Kensal Green Cemetery, and the wereabouts of his ashes are unknown, although some believe them to have been dispersed into Lake Geneva."
I thought he was buried too until I saw the Wikipedia entry. I knew several famous musical artists had come to the wedding and it was a vert sad event as well.
2006-08-29 06:59:09
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answered by I want my *old* MTV 6
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There is none, he was cremated. Most people go to his house in Kensington and write graffiti on the walls.
2006-08-29 07:19:05
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answered by Anonymous
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He was cremated at Kensal Green.
2006-09-01 23:17:54
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answered by brogdenuk 7
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Still in test tube state, trying to figure it out!!!
2006-08-29 06:55:52
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answered by GreatNeck 7
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6 feet under.
2006-08-29 06:51:45
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answered by Toma 3
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hes probably buried back in tanzania where hes from and his real name is farooq balsara
2006-08-29 06:53:00
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answered by jamz 5
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Dunno!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2006-09-01 17:14:41
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