Queen of Versailles star Jackie Siegel is mourning the death of her husband, David Allen Siegel, who died at the age of 89 over the weekend.
The reality star, 59, shared the sad news in a loving post Saturday on Instagram.
‘I wanted to personally reach out and let you know that my husband, David Alan Siegel, passed away this morning,’ she wrote.
‘I was lucky enough to share twenty-five wonderful years with David, and together we raised eight incredible children. His life and legacy live on through them all.’
Jackie married the Westgate Resorts owner in 2000 and shared Daniel, Debbie, Drew, David, Jordan, Jacqueline, Jonquil and Victoria. Sadly, Victoria died of a drug overdose in 2015, and the couple started a non-profit in her name.
‘To say we are devastated is an understatement, the grieving widow wrote adding, ‘But I find comfort in knowing that Victoria was there to greet him—the first thing he heard was “Dad,” followed by a big hug.’
Queen of Versailles star Jackie Siegel is mourning the death of her husband, David Allen Siegel who passed away Saturday died at the age of 89
‘And of course, Steven is there too. That thought brings me so much peace.’
‘I know you all loved him too, which is why I wanted to share this with you,’ she told her many followers and fans. ‘Thank you for your love and support during this difficult time. It means the world to us.’
She concluded writing, ‘Life is a precious gift from God—and my husband has found his peace with Him. Embrace and cherish every moment—and thank God.’
Jackie and her family rose to stardom the 2012 documentary Queen of Versailles, which focused on her efforts to build a lavish mansion inspired by the Palace of Versailles in France.
Camera crews caught up with their efforts a decade later in Queen of Versailles Reigns Again.
A Broadway musical based on their story debuted in 2024.
Kristen Chenowith, who originated the role as Jackie in the stage production extended her condolences writing, ‘Sending all my love.’
Fellow reality star Jill Zarin also responded. ‘I’m so sad for you and the family and sending so much love and prayers. ❤️❤️❤️’ Real Housewives of Orange County cast member Shannon Beador wrote, ‘I am so sorry!!! Sending prayers to your family!’
‘I was lucky enough to share twenty-five wonderful years with David, and together we raised eight incredible children. His life and legacy live on through them all,’ Jackie, 59, wrote next to a carousel of family photos on social media
David Siegel established Westgate resorts in 1982 in the Orlando, Florida area, and the company has since become the largest privately-held timeshare company in the world and one of the largest resort developers in the United States, boasting more than 13,500 rooms at 22 resorts across the country.
As an army veteran, he donated more than 28,000 complimentary vacations to members of the armed services.
The Victoria’s Voice Foundation, the charity named for their late daughter, has advocated for coverage of drug rehab treatment to be extended from the standard 30 days to 90 days to improve outcomes.
The organization also lobbied Congress to implement for the widespread availability of Naloxone, a lifesaving medicine that can save the lives by blocking the effects of opioids.
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