Who is lady muck

The most entertaining theory suggests Lady Muck was inspired by a British socialite called Lady Docker. Her third husband, Sir Bernard Docker , enjoyed flashing the cash almost as much as she did. A model had zebra-skin upholstery, because, obviously, mink was too hot to sit on.

And the version included solid silver hairbrushes and red crocodile-skin luggage. Their yacht — the largest private yacht in Britain — attracted a stream of wealthy partygoers on the Riviera.

However, Lady Docker spectacularly fell out of favour with Prince Rainier. He refused and she ripped up a paper flag of Monaco in a temper. She was reportedly banished from Monaco for 25 years and her christening gift was returned. And there is no mention of Clabber Hill among her many homes. The only reference to Clabber Hill I could find was a road in Maryland , in the US, which might give credence to the suggestion that the expression came from America.

What became of Lady Docker? This is where the story takes a sad turn, as she died alone in a London hotel room at the age of While other celebrities such as the Beckhams and the Kardashians flaunt their wealth, Lady Docker has been forgotten. The Communist Party has signalled that its current leader will retain his grip on power for the foreseeable future. Please update your payment details to keep enjoying your Irish Times subscription.

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