Alexander McQueen - Last Will and Testament

Alexander McQueen's last will and testament was made public yesterday (26 July 2011). McQueen left the majority of his estate to in a trust for his Sarabande charity, and asked it to consider using this money to fund bursaries or grants for students at Central Saint Martins.

 The designer, that shot to fame due to the inspiration and support of Isabella Blow, left £100,000 to both The Terrence Higgins Trust and the London Buddhist Center. The Independent reports that his housekeepers, Marlene and Cesar Garcia received £50,000 for their "long and faithful service",another £50,000 to his godson and each of his nieces and nephews and £250,000 to each of his three sisters and two brothers.

An additional  £100,000 was bequeathed to animal charities; The Blue Cross and Battersea Dog's & Cat's Home. The designer, known for his love of dogs in particular, left £50,000 in a trust for the upkeep of his own beloved pet dogs.