15 Facts About Edward Adeane

The Honourable George Edward Adeane was an English barrister and royal advisor who served as Private Secretary to the Prince of Wales from 1979 to 1985.

Edward Adeane's father was Private Secretary to the Queen for 19 years, between 1953 and 1972.

Edward Adeane was educated at Eton College and Magdalene College, Cambridge, where he graduated with an MA.

Edward Adeane was a Page of Honour to The Queen from 1954 to 1956.

Edward Adeane was called to the Bar at the Middle Temple in July 1962 and specialised in libel until 1979.

In 1977, Edward Adeane represented Marlene Dietrich in a libel case brought by producer Alexander Cohen for breach of contract as a disreputable performer.

Edward Adeane was appointed Private Secretary and Treasurer to the Prince of Wales in May 1979 to succeed David Checketts.

Prince Charles and Edward Adeane shared a passion for angling on the River Test near Stockbridge, Hampshire.

Edward Adeane was a member of the Houghton Fishing Club, where he continued fishing until his last days.

Edward Adeane was made the Princess's Treasurer in 1981 on her marriage to the Prince of Wales.

Edward Adeane was granted the additional appointment as private secretary to the Princess of Wales in 1984 following Oliver Everett's resignation.

When Edward Adeane tried to plan a tour of Australia in 1984, he was accused of manipulating State elections in Victoria for political purposes.

Edward Adeane resigned on 31 March 1985 after disagreements and accusations that he was making decisions without consulting the prince and had too much of the 'old school tie' about him.

Edward Adeane was appointed Extra Equerry to the Prince of Wales in 1985 and appointed Commander of the Royal Victorian Order.

Edward Adeane represented the Prince at Royal Household memorial services and returned to practice at the Bar.