The Marquess of Ailesbury, a wealthy aristocrat, tragically died after falling from his bedroom window while attempting to rescue his cat. The 98-year-old nobleman was found by his girlfriend of over 30 years, Teresa Marshall de Paoli, in a pool of blood on the patio below his London residence.
According to Ms. de Paoli, the Marquess, who attended the prestigious Eton College, likely lost his balance while trying to free his cat, Honeybun, who had become stuck. “He pushed the glass up,” she explained. “He lost his balance and fell out onto the patio.”
The incident occurred at his home in Shepherd’s Bush, West London. Emergency services were called, but the Marquess was pronounced dead at the scene.
The police initially treated the incident as a potential crime scene, but after a thorough investigation, it was determined to be a tragic accident.
Ms. de Paoli shared the heartbreaking ordeal, describing the shock and disbelief she experienced upon discovering the Marquess. “They thought I might have killed him,” she recalled. “That really was a freak accident.”
The Marquess, a prominent figure in British society, was a former captain in the Royal Horse Guards and a successful stockbroker. He was previously married three times and was the grandfather of singer Bo Bruce, who appeared on the BBC’s “The Voice.”
This tragic event serves as a poignant reminder of the unpredictable nature of life and the importance of cherishing every moment.