Lucy Helmore

Lucy Helmore was formerly married to Roxy Music lead singer Bryan Ferry, since they were divorced in 2002.

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She is the mother of Ferry's four sons: Otis, Isaac, Merlin, and Tara.

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Lucy posed as the cover-model for Roxy Music's last album "Avalon," wearing the helmet.

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Lucy has been a London socialite for years, attending parties and fashion shows. She participated in Alcholics Anonymous and other treatment for various substance abuse problems, such as a heroin addiction. She entered Farm Place clinic, near Ockley in Surrey for treatment.

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Lucy comes from a wealthy family. Her father worked many years at Lloyds of London Insurance agency. She has been photographed by controversial photographer Robert Mapplethorpe.

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When Lucy and Bryan Ferry divorced, Lucy was charged with adultery by her husband. She has been linked with Robin Birley (the 44-year-old son of Lady Annabel Goldsmith) and writer Duncan Roy. Lucy was reportedly paid 10 Million British pounds in the settlement, in spite of the fact that Bryan had a relationship with Katie Turner at the time.

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Lucy's name has been in the British newspapers, documenting her support of her son's efforts as a pro-hunting activist. She is also frequently photographed with certain fashion designers, including Isabella Blow and Bella Freud.

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