Here are new pics showing the front man of Queen at his tender age and when he became one of the most acclaimed singer in history.
Freddie Mercury with his mother Jer Bulsara in Zanzibar during his his early years
A more familiar sight of Mercury, the front man of legendary group Queen, belting out a tune
Mercury dressed in a smart blazer looks a far cry from some of his flamboyant onstage outfits - but fans will probably spot his prominent teeth
Mercury poses on a park bench in his younger years before becoming a global superstar
Mercury as a young child in one of the pics included in the new Queen box set
Mercury in an early family photo from his childhood. His mother says he was very polite
The members of Queen. They were one of the biggest bands in the world during the 1980s
Mercury and Mary Austin at Queen party at London Roof Gardens in July 1986
Mercury enjoying the scenery at the Nagoya Castle, Nagoya, Japan, April 22, 1975
Mercury onstage with his Queen band mates was known for his flamboyant stage craft
Mercury performs at Madison Square Garden on July 27, 1983 in New York City
Mercury of Queen performs on stage at Live Aid on July 13, 1985 at Wembley Stadium, London
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