article_snippet: For most of Kate's formative years, Kate parents were well-to-do.
article_snippet: Kate mother was a member of the Gilbey family, who had a wine and spirits empire, and Kate father was a successful businessman and, for three years, an MP.
article_snippet: Although not needing to work, Kate wanted a career in the theatre.
article_snippet: Kate trained as an actress and went on tour with a rep company.
article_snippet: When the play wasn't a success Kate returned to the family home.