A shocking revelation has emerged following the New Orleans terror attack, where a pickup truck deliberately rammed into a crowd on Bourbon Street, killing 14 people and injuring dozens more. Among the victims was Edward Pettifer, a 31-year-old Londoner with a surprising connection to Prince William and the royal family.
Pettifer’s stepmother, Alexandra “Tiggy” Legge-Bourke, played a pivotal role in Prince William and Prince Harry’s lives during their childhood. As their nanny in the 1990s, Tiggy was a trusted figure in the royal household, offering care and stability during turbulent times. This personal tie has cast a shadow of grief over the royal family in the wake of Pettifer’s tragic death.
In a statement posted on Instagram, Prince William addressed the heartbreaking news. “Catherine and I have been shocked and saddened by the tragic death of Ed Pettifer. Our thoughts and prayers remain with the Pettifer family and all those innocent people who have been tragically impacted by this horrific attack,” the prince wrote, signing off with his initial, “W.”
King Charles has also reached out personally to the Pettifer family, expressing his condolences. The connection between the Pettifers and the royal family runs deep. Pettifer’s stepbrother, Tom, was a page at Prince William and Kate Middleton’s wedding in 2011, further intertwining their histories.
Pettifer’s father, Charles, married Tiggy in 1999, shortly after her tenure as nanny to the royal brothers ended. While their bond with the royal family remained strong, this tragic event has brought their connection into a somber spotlight.
The attack, carried out by Shamsud-Din Jabbar, has been described by New Orleans Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick as “very intentional behavior.” The carnage has left families on both sides of the Atlantic grappling with the devastating loss.
