Fairytale of New York singer Kirsty MacColl's heartbreaking death and the fortune she left behind
dailyrecord.co.ukKirsty MacColl tragically lost her life while heroically trying to save her son from danger on a family holiday.The singer of the iconic 'Fairytale of New York' Christmas tune was only 41 when she passed away while holidaying with her two sons, Louis and Jamie, and her musician boyfriend James Knight, in Cozumel, Mexico, just before Christmas 2000.
Her death came 13 years after the release of the beloved festive track alongside Shane MacGowan.On December 18, Kirsty, an avid diver, and her family went for a dive at the Chankanaab reef, a designated diving area where watercrafts were not allowed, guided by experienced divemaster, Iván Díaz.
As they surfaced from a dive, Kirsty saw a powerboat speeding into the restricted area, heading straight for then 15 year old Jamie, the Mirror reports.Kirsty managed to push Jamie out of the way, who suffered only minor injuries to his ribs and head.
Tragically, the boat hit and ran over brave Kirsty, causing severe chest injuries that led to her immediate death.The powerboat was owned by affluent businessman Guillermo Gonzalez Nova, who was on board during the dreadful accident.
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