Former British PM, David Cameron loses brother to cancer
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The brother of former British Prime Minister David Cameron has died from cancer at the age of 59.
Alexander Cameron according to Daily Mail suffered a lengthy battle with ill health, stepping down from the bar for retirement after his cancer diagnosis in 2020, following a career spanning over 30 years.
His chambers, Three Raymond Buildings, announced his death on Wednesday.
The statement reads, “It is with immense sadness that Chambers announces the death of Alexander Cameron KC.
“Alex was considered to be one of the best silks at the Criminal Bar during his illustrious career, and was a hugely respected and inspirational head of these Chambers.
“He will be missed enormously, and our heartfelt condolences go to his wife, Sarah, their children Imogen and Angus, and to his wider family.
“Details of a memorial service will be announced in due course.”
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Alexander was understood to have had a big impact on his younger brother David, who hinted at his influence when he guest-edited an edition of The Big Issue.
Cameron said, “I lived in the shadow of my older brother.
“He was three years older and was a huge success. It was great to have that kind of role model and I was incredibly proud of him, but like many younger brothers you find yourself always a few steps behind.”
Alexander attended prep school, Heatherdown in Berkshire, before moving on to Eton College and later attending Bristol University where he studied law.
He was called to the bar in 1986 and appeared in the first-ever televised court hearing in October 2013.
