Freddie Mercury by Peter Freestone

Peter Freestone was Freddie Mercury’s personal assistant and closest confidante for the last twelve years of Mercury’s life. Freestone lived with Mercury in London, Munich and New York and was by his side when he died. In this deeply personal book, Freestone paints a striking portrait of Mercury, revealing a sensitive, vulnerable soul hidden behind the world-conquering superstar persona.

The two first met at the Biba department store in the early 1970s when Queen were still relatively unknown and remained friends throughout the journey to the band’s global superstardom. Freestone witnessed the generosity, the excess and the celebrity friends who came and went.

From the famous names – including Elton John, Elizabeth Taylor and Rod Stewart – to the shadowy army of lovers, fixers and hangers-on, Freestone saw them all play their part in Mercury’s life. This is the ultimate insider’s account of who Freddie Mercury truly was behind closed doors.

The closest fans will get to an autobiography of Freddie Mercury. Freestone’s timeless memoir offers a touching portrait of the man behind the myth.

About the Author:
Peter Freestone is an English author, speaker, and former personal assistant, best known for his long friendship with Queen frontman Freddie Mercury. Freestone, nicknamed “Phoebe,” trained in classical music and costume design, and worked at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden before joining Queen’s crew in 1979. From 1979 to Mercury’s passing in 1991, he served as Freddie’s PA – handling day to-day life, stage costumes, and companionship. Since then, Freestone has written about his experiences, authoring Freddie Mercury: An Intimate Memoir by the Man Who Knew Him Best. He continues to share memories worldwide through talks, interviews, and HIV/AIDS awareness projects.

04 Jun 2026
 

Freddie Mercury: By the Man Who Knew Him Best by Peter Freestone ISBN 9781917274135