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Freddie Mercury said to Mary Austin in his will: “If things had been different you would have been my wife, and this would have been yours anyway.” (1984)
Freddie Mercury said to Mary Austin in his will: “If things had been different you would have been my wife, and this would have been yours anyway.” (1984)
“If things had been different you would have been my wife, and this would have been yours anyway”—captures the depth of Mercury’s affection and the impact Mary had on his life. This sentiment highlights that, despite their romantic relationship evolving into a deep friendship rather than a marriage, Mercury still considered her a central figure in his life and wanted her to be taken care of.
Mercury’s will, made public after his death in 1991, stipulated that Mary Austin was to inherit the majority of his estate. This was a testament to the profound connection they shared and how Mercury valued her presence in his life. Despite the end of their romantic relationship, their enduring friendship was evidently a major part of his life and legacy.