Freddie Mercury With Mary Austin

British singer Freddie Mercury (1946-1991), lead vocalist of the rock band Queen, posed with his long-term partner and friend Mary Austin as they attend a Fashion Aid event at the Royal Albert Hall in London on 5th November 1985. Mercury and Austin were in a long-term relationship during the early 1970's and remained close friends after their romantic relationship ended in 1976. On Mercury's death he bequeathed the vast majority of his wealth, including his home and recording royalties to Austin. (Photo by Duncan Raban/Popperfoto via Getty Images)