Nicole Russell, Duchess of Bedford
The Dowager Duchess of Bedford | |
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Russell in 1976 | |
| Born | Nicole Marie Charlotte Pierrette Jeanne Schneider 29 June 1920 |
| Died | 6 September 2012 (aged 92) |
| Occupation | Author |
| Spouses | |
| Children | 4, including Caterine |
| Parent(s) | Paul Schneider Marguerite Durand |
Nicole Russell, Duchess of Bedford (née Schneider; 29 June 1920 – 6 September 2012) was one of the first female television producers in France. After becoming the Duchess of Bedford, she helped to open and popularize one of the first Stately homes to the public - Woburn Abbey. She was also a best-selling author.