Current-day Lady Colin Campbell is generating a lot of interest as she
participates in reality show “I’m A Celebrity.” There are curious
parallels with her Victorian counterpart. Both married into the Argyll
family after a whirlwind romance – hers was 5 days, Gertrude’s 3 days.
Both separated from their husbands after a short-lived marriage and both
accused their husbands of cruelty but continued to use the married
name. Both became writers and also wrote etiquette books.
I also think they have similar character traits: I spoke to
the current Lady C when researching my book and it was clear from just a
phone call what a feisty lady she was and quite a character. I wish her all
the best of luck in the jungle!
