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Lisa Vanderpump, famous for her work in reality TV showsThe Real Housewives of Beverly HillsandVanderpump Ruleshas entertained viewers with her glamorous lifestyle for years. With her sharp wit and compassion, she has captured the hearts of audiences. Vanderpump is also a successful businesswoman. Various restaurants, a homewares business, and an alcohol line are some of her multiple business ventures.
However, behind this glitzy public persona lies a heartbreaking personal tragedy: losing her only brother, Mark Vanderpump. His untimely death in 2018 has impacted the reality TV star adversely. This article delves into the intricacies of Vanderpump’s complex life and the circumstances around his passing.
Who was Mark Vanderpump?
Born and raised in London, Mark Vanderpump grew up alongside his younger sisterLisa Vanderpump. He was found dead at his home in the Cotswolds, at the age of 59 under suspicious circumstances. The circumstances he was discovered in hinted at a suicide attempt. But nothing was ascertained by the inquest set up to deal with the case.
Mark shared a close bond with his only sibling, Lisa. This was apparent in all the supportive social media posts Mark had made celebrating his baby sister over the years. While in different realms of the industry, both made careers in entertainment. Lisa pursued acting, eventually ending up as a television star and restauranteur, while Mark sought a career as a successful DJ and businessman.
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Mark greatly impacted Lisa’s life. It was through him that the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star met her husband of over 40 years, Ken Todd. Known for his energetic and vibrant persona, Mark struggled with some deep personal issues that, in the long run, took a heavy toll on him.
Mark Vanderpump’s Life of Struggles
Lisa Vanderpump kept growing and expanding her businesses, eventually becoming a millionaire. She was happily married and had two children. But Mark’s life was largely overshadowed by difficulties and struggles. Reports suggested that he was in a financial crisis.
While his professional life was in shambles, his personal life wasn’t thriving either. At the time of his passing, he was navigating a divorce and a tumultuous relationship with his fianceé Gemma Ramsay, the sister of actor Patrick Baladi. In addition to his financial struggles, Mark Vanderpump was also dealing with some major health issues in his family, as reported byGloucestershire Live.
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The media outlet also reported that Mark’s struggle was a long one. The British businessman had previously attempted to end his life as well. And had sought mental health treatment and counseling. The financial struggles seemed to be the main problem in his life.
Tragic Circumstances of Mark Vanderpump’s Passing
Mark Vabderpump was found dead at his home in Cotswolds, Gloucestershire on April 30. 2018. The cause of death was revealed to be a drug overdose. However, whether it was deliberate or accidental was questionable. After some investigation, it was declared suicide. But looking at Mark’s life history it seems highly likely that Vanderpump took his own life.
PerGloucestershire Live, the coroner revealed that on the night of April 29, Mark was having dinner with his parents at their house. He was visibly in a “low mood”. Hence. his parents had offered him to stay the night. An offer he did not accept and went home.
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After his parents tried to ring him the next day, the absence of a response worried them. Out of concern, when Mr. Vanderpump reached Mark’s house, he found him comatose on the couch. An ambulance was called and he was taken to Great Western Hospital in Swindon. But his breathing stopped in the initial hours of May 1.
The coroner had also reported that before his death, Mark had sent a chain of argumentative texts to his fiancee, with whom he first got together in 2016.
In the early hours of April 30, they are arguing via text and essentially it is clear he says goodbye to Gemma. No further messages were sent or received until 9.15 am on Monday morning when Gemma attempted to contact him but there was no response. It looks from the texts as if they had been having arguments throughout April.It is clear from the text messages that his difficulties with his new relationship had reached a critical point during the month of April and the arguments between them were getting more intense in nature.
The relationship was under major strain with the couple having serious and intense fights. Mark had even sent a Goodbye to his fiancee before taking the ultimately irreversible step.
Extreme Impact on Lisa Vanderpump
Lisa Vanderpump was shocked by the untimely passing of her big brother. She was devasted by the loss of her only sibling. After being absent for days from her otherwise active social media, Vanderpump gave the following toDaily Mail:
This has come as a shock to us all. My brother and I had connected the day before this tragedy and I was completely unprepared for this. He was my only sibling and I am shocked and saddened by his passing. I am trying to be supportive to his two young sons that he has left behind, and help them get through this tragedy.
Sticking to her words, the following years saw Lisa developing a close bond with her nephews. In her unique way of grieving, she had kept herself distracted in order to cope with the immense heartbreak by heading more strongly and determinedly into her work. As she told in her interview withThe Daily DishviaBravo TV:
I think to immerse yourself in work and philanthropy is always a good thing. But also, you need time to heal, and now I feel a lot better.
Mark often visited Lisa at her house in Los Angeles. And even with her busy schedule, the sibling duo often vacationed and spent time together.
The story of Mark Vanderpump’s life: filled with hardships, and legal and monetary struggles serves as a reminder to check up on friends, families, and loved ones. Sometimes having someone by your side in whatever capacity possible helps greatly. And it is unfortunate that Mark Vanderpump never got this opportunity.
Arpita Joshi
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Arpita Joshi is an Evergreen Content Writer at FandomWire. With almost two years of experience, she has learned intricate details of writing in different niches, particularly entertainment.
