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Freddie Mercury’s ex-girlfriend recalls helping him come out: ‘Freddie, I think you’re gay’

Mary Austin, Freddie Mercury's former girlfriend, has opened up about her relationship with the late singer. Mercury, Austin spoke with the Guardian and recalled the moment Freddie opened up to her about his sexuality.

Freddie Mercury’s ex-girlfriend recalls helping him come out: ‘Freddie, I think you’re gay’

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Mary Austin, Freddie Mercury's former girlfriend, has opened up about her relationship with the late singer.

Mercury, Austin spoke with the Guardian and recalled the moment Freddie opened up to her about his sexuality.

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Mary Austin, Freddie Mercury's former girlfriend, has opened up about her relationship with the late singer. Mercury, Austin spoke with the Guardian and recalled the moment Freddie opened up to her about his sexuality.

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