July 13th 2024.
Shane MacGowan, the beloved Irish singer-songwriter, passed away in 2023 at the age of 65. Following his death, the contents of his will have been revealed, including a large sum of money left to his wife, Victoria Mary Clarke. MacGowan had been battling encephalitis, a serious brain condition, in the months leading up to his passing.
The late musician's estate was valued at €849,733, with a significant portion of his wealth attributed to the success of his hit Christmas song, "Fairytale of New York." In addition to the monetary inheritance, Clarke also inherited their home in Dublin.
Clarke had been married to MacGowan since 2018 and had been by his side throughout his health struggles. She even attended grief counseling to cope with his loss. In a recent podcast, she spoke about their decision not to have children, stating that it simply wasn't part of their story and that she doesn't believe children would have survived in their lifestyle.
MacGowan's health had been deteriorating before his passing, but he was known for his infectious smile that could light up a room. His wife, Clarke, shared a heartwarming photo of him smiling and said that his smile always had a way of making everyone around him feel better, even when he was struggling.
Clarke also opened up about the difficulty of mourning her husband's death, saying that it's not something you can ever truly prepare for. She revealed that she had been warned early on in their relationship that he may not have long to live due to his lifestyle, but it was still a shock when he passed away.
Despite his passing, MacGowan's legacy lives on, with "Fairytale of New York" topping the charts last holiday season. Clarke believes that he has contacted her from the afterlife, giving her a sign to pick up the guitar again after not playing for years. She also shared that he was surrounded by thousands of angels in his final moments and that there was an atmosphere of grace.
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