Freddie Mercury, the iconic frontman of Queen, passed away on November 24, 1991, just a day after revealing his battle with AIDS to the public.
Surprisingly, Freddie never disclosed his true s-*ual orientation to his family.
When Freddie passed away at the age of 45 in 1991, he left behind a remarkable legacy but also many hidden truths.
Despite dropping subtle hints, the legendary musician never came out to his family.
In the 2018 biopic “Bohemian Rhapsody,” it was portrayed how Freddie’s mother, Jer Bulsara, fiercely protected her son, while his father, Bomi Bulsara, struggled to accept Freddie’s profession as a musician, leading to strained relations between them.
Despite being close to his mother, Freddie chose not to reveal his deepest secret, including his sister Kashmira Cooke.
Even though he lived openly with boyfriends and had Jim Hutton as his life partner in his final years, Freddie made a deliberate choice to keep his sexuality hidden from his parents.
In a rare interview in 2006, Jer expressed her sadness, revealing that Freddie never confided in her about his sexuality.
She mentioned that during that era, societal norms made it challenging for individuals to be open about their s-*ual orientation.
Jer believed that had Freddie lived longer, he might have eventually come out publicly when society became more accepting and understanding.
Freddie also shielded his family from another heartbreaking truth—his AIDS diagnosis.
Despite his family realizing he was ill, they were unaware of the severity of his condition until August 1990, when Freddie disclosed the terminal nature of his illness.
The final poignant conversation between Freddie and his mother took place at his deathbed in his west London home, where he had bought property for Mary Austin, his lifelong friend whom he treated as his platonic wife.
After Freddie’s passing, his family, including his father Bomi, attended his funeral, and they later relocated to Nottingham to maintain privacy away from the public eye.
Jer, who passed away in 2016 at the age of 94, remained connected with Queen members Brian May and Roger Taylor, showing unwavering support for the band’s projects dedicated to preserving Freddie’s legacy.
Throughout the years following Freddie’s death, Jer continued to play a significant role in collaborating with Queen on various projects, ensuring that Freddie’s spirit lived on through their music and performances.
Her dedication and enthusiasm reflected her admiration for Freddie and his enduring impact on the world of music.
