JOHN DONALD, aged 94
A young goldsmith and designer he came to prominence when patronised by the Royal Family. His jewellery was innovative and original – and very expensive.
EDDIE SPENCE, aged 91
Learning his trade as a baker he created many cakes for Royal occasions and was the world expert in royal icing. Many of his royal weddings ended in divorce.
PRINCESS IRA von FURSTENBERG, aged 83
An Italian princess who married young, into the jet set, she became an actress, a model, a fashion designer and a renown artist, mixing with the rich, powerful and famous.
DAME BERYL GREY, aged 95
A talented young dancer she was making solo appearances as a teenager. Taught by top ballerinas she danced in forbidden places – and fell out with Rudolf Nureyev.
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