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Complicated life

Then there is Burrell’s private life, which has also been the subject of some scrutiny. For example, in 2016 it was revealed that he and his wife Maria had separated after 32 years of marriage. A year later, the former butler walked down the aisle for a second time with his partner Graham Cooper. According to an insider, Burrell had once confided to Diana that he was gay.

However, in January 2020 Burrell denied this claim during a chat with OK! magazine. “Diana and I never discussed my sexuality at length, but it was a known thing between us,” he said, adding, “Let’s face it: I made great flower arrangements, picked out her outfits and gave her advice. All the clues were there, and she was a smart woman.”