Freddie Mercury’s ‘hidden’ daughter has passed away at 48 years old. Although Freddie never publicly acknowledged having a child while alive, it is believed that he was aware of his daughter’s existence. Records revealed that Freddie’s father, Bomi, who passed away in 2003, specifically excluded any illegitimate children from his will.
In August 2025, it was disclosed that Bomi’s will stated that legitimate, legitimated, and adopted children were included in the will, but not illegitimate children. The secret child, known only as B, was brought to light before the release of a revealing book called Love, Freddie last year. B, who spoke to author Lesley-Ann Jones, maintained a private identity throughout.
Due to the Family Law Reform Act from 1987, children born to unmarried parents were granted equal legal rights as those born to married parents, impacting matters of inheritance. This legal change led to Freddie’s father amending his will in 2001, two years before his passing.
The news of Freddie’s daughter’s demise was confirmed by her family, mentioning that she succumbed to chordoma, a rare spinal cancer, leaving behind two young sons. Her widower, Thomas, stated that she has reunited with her father in the realm of thoughts, with her ashes scattered over the Alps.
Lesley-Ann Jones, the author of Love, Freddie, expressed deep sorrow over the loss of her close friend, emphasizing the importance of revealing the truth about Freddie’s life. The book uncovered Freddie’s hidden fatherhood and the emotional bond he shared with his daughter.
Further insights revealed that Freddie referred to his daughter as ‘Bibi’ and wrote songs dedicated to her, such as Don’t Try So Hard and Bijou. Despite keeping her identity private, details emerged that she resided in Europe, worked in healthcare, and had two children. Before his death, Freddie entrusted his daughter with volumes of personal journals, which were later shared with Jones for the book.
Freddie, known for his discretion, only disclosed his AIDS diagnosis a day before his death. His relationships with both men and women, including his enduring friendship with Mary Austin, were part of his private life. Despite not having children with Mary, she remained close to Freddie throughout his life and was aware of his daughter.
In a handwritten letter for Love, Freddie, his daughter affirmed their close and affectionate relationship, highlighting Freddie’s unwavering love and care for her. Jones, recounting her initial doubts about the daughter’s story, acknowledged the authenticity and significance of her account.