ROYALSHeartbreak for King Charles as Stepson of Royal Nanny Tiggy Legge-Bourke Tragically Killed From 'Blunt Force Trauma' in New Orleans Attack
King Charles III is 'deeply saddened' by the death of Tiggy Legge-Bourke's stepson.
On New Year's Day, a tragic attack in New Orleans claimed the life of British citizen Edward Pettifer, 31, who was among 14 victims killed when a pickup truck plowed into a crowd on Bourbon Street. The victim was reported to have passed away from "blunt force trauma."
The assailant, identified as 42-year-old Shamsud-Din Jabbar, was subsequently killed in a shootout with police. Pettifer was the stepson of Tiggy Legge-Bourke, now known as Alexandra Pettifer, who served as nanny to Prince William and Prince Harry during the 1990s. His father, Charles Pettifer, married Legge-Bourke in 1999.
Tiggy Legge-Bourke was Prince William and Prince Harry's nanny during their youth.
Learning of the news, King Charles III, 76, is said to be "deeply saddened" by his former employee and friend's devastating loss.
The Prince of Wales expressed his condolences, stating, "Catherine and I have been shocked and saddened by the tragic death of Ed Pettifer. Our thoughts and prayers remain with the Pettifer family and all those innocent people who have been tragically impacted by this horrific attack."
Pettifer's family stated, "The entire family is devastated at the tragic news of Edward‘s death in New Orleans. He was a wonderful son, brother, grandson, nephew, and a friend to so many. We will all miss him terribly. Our thoughts are with the other families who have lost their family members due to this terrible attack. We request that we can grieve the loss of Ed as a family in private. Thank you."
New Year's Eve celebrations in New Orleans are some of the most popular in the United States, attracting swarms of people from all over the world to take part in the southern city's unique atmosphere.
King Charles III is in mourning over a 'dear friend's' loss.
The FBI is treating the incident as a premeditated act of terrorism inspired by ISIS. Investigations revealed that Jabbar had pledged allegiance to the controversial group and had attempted to destroy evidence by setting a fire at his residence, where bomb-making materials were discovered.
This shocking event has prompted discussions about security measures at public gatherings and the ongoing threat posed by lone-wolf attackers inspired by extremist ideologies. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the attack to prevent future occurrences.
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Tiggy Legge-Bourke was considered to be 'an instrumental asset' in Harry and William's upbringing.
Legge-Bourke was hired as a nanny and companion for the young princes in 1993, shortly after Charles and Diana, Princess of Wales separated. Officially titled "Personal Assistant to the Prince of Wales," her primary responsibility was to care for and provide emotional support to William and Harry during what was a tumultuous time for the royal family.
She quickly became a trusted confidante to Charles III, and her close relationship with him and his sons sparked significant media attention.
Despite stepping away from her official duties, she maintained a cordial relationship with the royal family. Her bond with William and Harry reportedly remained strong, and she was even invited to Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding in 2018.
King Charles, Prince William and Kate, Princess of Wales, all expressed their condolences over the death of Edward Pettifer.
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Daily Mail reported on Pettifer's murder.
