Queen Of Versailles’ Jackie Siegel opens up about horrific loss after husband and sister die within three days

Jackie Siegel has opened up about the pain of losing her husband David Siegel and sister Jessica Mallery within the span of just three days.

The Queen Of Versailles star, 59, lost her husband of 25 years on April 5 after he passed away at the age of 89 following a battle with cancer.

And on April 7, the socialite heartbrokenly announced that her younger sister died at the age of 43 due to an accidental overdose after taking cocaine that had been laced with fentanyl.

Siegel talked to Us Weekly on Wednesday about how she’s holding up while mourning the tragic loss of her husband and sister only days apart. 

‘It comforts me to know that she was there to greet him,’ the star said of Jessica and David — who was the owner of Westgate Resorts. 

‘Now I know I have extra guardian angels and guidance,’ Jackie expressed before adding that she still feels both of their presences in her life.

‘Sometimes I feel them, because when you get gut feelings, like, “Should I do this?” or, “Should I turn left or should I turn right?”‘

She continued, ‘It’s like, “I think I’ll turn right” and then you get goosebumps. So I have that special touch right now.’ 

Jessica’s organs were donated to those in need, and the kind gesture gave the family some ‘comfort’ in a difficult time. 

‘Within two days they donated seven of the critical organs that saved lives,’ Siegel added.

‘That’s why I’m saying my life is expanding — it’s not just lives from education of fentanyl, but also to have people be aware about how important donating organs is.’

Jackie further stated, ‘She’s going to give someone eyesight with her eyes. We donated her skin for burn patients and skin cancer victims.’ 

The actress explained that her late sister is ‘going to be able to help 60 people. She’s touching so many people’s lives. She’s still saving lives even after death. So was my husband, still, just both in different ways.’ 

The star gushed that her sister Jessica was a ‘free spirit’ and ‘had the heart that made a difference in people’s lives. She gave me inspiration.’ 

A few weeks earlier, Siegel shared a statement to reveal the death of her sibling and said her sudden passing, ‘is another stark reminder of the drug epidemic and fentanyl crisis plaguing our country — and the urgent need to address substance abuse in order to save lives.’

She added her ‘world was shattered again’ by a ‘a scourge we as a family know all too well.’ Jackie’s daughter Victoria died from a drug overdose in 2015 aged only 18.

‘Our family appreciates everyone’s love, support and prayers, and we ask for privacy during this extremely difficult time.

Jessica’s death came only days after Siegel’s husband David died on Saturday, April 5. The reality star 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 they shared their children Daniel, Debbie, Drew, David, Jordan, Jacqueline, Jonquil and Victoria. Sadly, Victoria died of a drug overdose in 2015, and the couple went on to start 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.’ 

‘And of course, Steven [David’s son from his first marriage] 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 by 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.’

On Saturday, Jackie took to her Instagram account to show moments of the memorial service in honor of her late husband. 

In one image, the star could be seen addressing the guests while standing on a stage with her children behind her. 

Another picture showed bouquets of flowers placed in front of a sign that read: ‘Cheers to a wonderful 25 years of marriage. David and Jackie Siegel 1/02/2000.’ 

In the caption she wrote to her followers, ‘Thank you to everyone for your kind words and support. Our family is so grateful to you all. 

‘Losing David and Jess in the same week is something I never could have imagined, but we’re a strong family and we’re supporting each other right now.’ 

Siegel explained she, ‘may be offline for a few weeks, but I’ll be sharing some of my favorite memories of David. (He loved that his posts always did the best!) I mean, he was right — how could you not love him? The kids and I miss him so much…’ 

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.

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.