The Dowager Countess of Lucan has left the entirety of her fortune to a homeless charity.
Lady Lucan was found dead in September 2017 at her Westminster home, with an inquest last week ruling that she has taken her own life following a self-diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease. This diagnosis, however, was false.
It’s now been confirmed by Shelter that the Countess bequeathed her fortune to the homeless charity, having cut her three children from the will. She had cut ties with her family in the 1980s, a relationship severance which continued right up until her death.
A spokeswoman from Shelter highlighted the generosity of the charitable donation, especially during a time where the issue of homelessness is rarely out of the headlines.
She stated: “At a time when over 300,000 people in Britain are without a home, we are incredibly grateful for the support we receive. The proceeds from Lady Lucan’s estate will help Shelter to continue fighting bad housing and homelessness.”
