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LONDON (AP) — John Spencer-Churchill, the Duke of Marlborough and a cousin and godson of British wartime leader Winston Churchill, has died. He was 88.
Blenheim Palace said Spencer-Churchill died Thursday morning.
His son Jamie is expected to inherit his father's title and become the 12th Duke of Marlborough.
Prime Minister David Cameron said Spencer-Churchill will be deeply missed and praised his community involvement.
Spencer-Churchill had been married four times. He is survived by his wife and four children.
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