Barbara Sinatra dead: Frank’s wife of 22 years dies age 90
FRANK SINATRA’S fourth and final wife Barbara has died at the age of 90.
Barbara Sinatra died this morning at the age of 90
The former model, who gained prominence as “Lady Blue Eyes”, passed away this morning at her California home.
“She died comfortably surrounded by family and friends at her home,” a close friend told the Desert Sun.
Barbara’s health is said to have declined in the months before her death, almost two decades after that of her famous spouse.
She wed the singing legend back in 1976, following her split from American actor Zeppo Marx.
Barbara Sinatra passed away at her home near LA
Barbara Sinatra was married to Frank for nearly 22 years
Barbara Sinatra died comfortably surrounded by family and friends at her home
The couple were married for almost 22 years, the longest of all his marriages, during which time she set up the Barbara Sinatra Children's Center, to help abused children.
“Barbara started raising funds for it in 1985 with Frank’s support,” director John Thoresen revealed.
“It opened in 1986 and since that time, over 20,000 children have received beneficial therapy here. There are several child advocacy centers like it around the country, [but] this one is probably most recognised.”
Barbara Sinatra is said to have been ill in recent months
Barbara Sinatra lost her famous spouse Frank nearly two decades ago
Socialite Barbara previously admitted she was unsure why Frank wanted to be with her instead of another star like his former spouses, Ava Gardner and Mia Farrow.
She wrote in her book, Lady Blue Eyes: My Life With Frank: “I’ve tried to analyse it. I think it’s because we were friends before anything romantic happened. He would call and chat, but it wasn’t romantic until later. It’s something you can’t explain why or how it happened.”
Family friend Jamie Kabler told the publication Barbara’s funeral will be held on August 1.
She is survived by her only child with first husband Robert and one granddaughter.