Simon Fraser, 16th Lord Lovat facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
The Lord Lovat
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Coat of arms of Lord Lovat
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| Predecessor | Simon Fraser, 15th Lord Lovat |
| Born | Simon Fraser 13 February 1977 |
| Residence | London |
| Spouse(s) |
Petra Palumbo
(m. 2016) |
| Heir | Hon. John Fraser, Master of Lovat |
| Parents | Simon Fraser, Master of Lovat Virginia Grose |
Simon Christopher Joseph Fraser, born on February 13, 1977, is known as the 16th Lord Lovat. He is also the 5th Baron Lovat. Since 1995, he has been the chief of Clan Fraser of Lovat. This means he is the main leader of a very old Scottish family group.
Growing Up and Becoming Lord Lovat
Simon Fraser is the son of Simon Fraser, who was known as the Master of Lovat. His mother is Virginia Grose. He is also the grandson of the 15th Lord Lovat. Simon has two older sisters, Violet and Honor, and a younger brother named John. His sister, Honor Fraser, used to be a famous fashion model.
Simon went to a school called Harrow School. Later, he studied at the University of Edinburgh.
Something important happened while he was still at Harrow. In 1995, his grandfather passed away. This meant Simon became the new Lord Lovat. His own father had passed away the year before, in 1994. This happened during a hunting trip on the family's land. Because of many family debts, they had to sell their home, Beaufort Castle.
In 1999, Simon lost his place in the House of Lords. This is part of the UK Parliament. A new law was made that year. It meant most people who inherited their titles, like Lord Lovat, could no longer be members of the House of Lords.
Life as Lord Lovat
After finishing his education, Lord Lovat became a stockbroker. This job involves buying and selling shares for other people. He worked in Geneva for a while. Later, he moved to London. Today, he works as an analyst. He studies commodities, which are basic goods like oil or metals.
In May 2016, he married Petra Palumbo. Their wedding took place in London at St Stephen Walbrook. Petra is the daughter of Peter Palumbo, who is also a Baron. Simon and Petra have two daughters together.
