Jane Andrews
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Jane Andrews | |
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| Born | Jane Andrews Cleethorpes |
| Occupation | Royal aide |
| Employer | Duchess of York (1988-1997) |
| Known for | Murder of Tom Cressman |
| Criminal charge | Murder |
| Criminal status | In prison |
| Spouse | Christopher Dunn-Butler (1989-1994) |
| Partner | Tom Cressman (deceased) |
Jane Andrews [born 1968 ??] is a one-time Royal dresser, convicted of murder in a sensational trial in 2001 that attracted much public interest, both in the dramatic circumstances of the killing, and in the fantasy-life of the working-class girl who mixed intimately with the rich and glamorous, though officially only as a servant. She is noted as one of the many bizarre figures in the life of her employer Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York.
Early life
Andrews was born in Cleethorpes though the family soon moved to the nearby town of Grimsby. At school she stayed on until the sixth form to take A-levels and then she began working freelance as a clothes designer for Marks and Spencer.[1]
Previous relationships
Whilst working for the Duchess of York, Andrews met Christopher Dunn-Butler, an IT expert 20 years her senior. They were married in 1989 and divorced five years later due to Andrews' adultery.[2]
In 1996 Andrews began a relationship with Dimitri Horne, the wealthy stepson of a Greek shipping magnate. They met at a charity event organised by the Duchess, though Horne decided to end the relationship while they were on holiday. Andrews reacted badly to the decision, physically attacking him and taking thousands of pounds worth of his belongings and stealing money from his brother. She also stalked Horne, assaulting him on a further occasion, though his brother's money was later repaid.[2]
Relationship with Cressman
Murder
Cressman took Andrews on holiday to the South of France, during which time she was expecting to receive a marriage proposal. However, Cressman was keen to remain single and also viewed Andrews as being too unstable to have a family with.[3] He had already explained to Andrews that he didn't love her anymore[4]