Alice Keppel

Alice Keppel

Alice Frederica Keppel (née Edmonstone; 29 April 1868 – 11 September 1947) was a British society hostess and a long-time mistress of King Edward VII.

Her charm and discretion impressed London society and soon brought her to the attention of the future king Edward VII, whose mistress she remained till his death, lightening the dark moods of his later years.

Keppel's great-granddaughter is Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, second wife of Charles, Prince of Wales.

Read more about Alice Keppel:  Early Life, Marriage, Society Hostess, Life As A Royal Mistress, Later Life

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