Queen Mother 's royal courtier William Tallon was appointed as Backstairs Billy . rose from impoverished beginnings to become her confidant and friend . But he also breached protocol and brought young ladies to her court . Other courtiers took offence by banishing him from Queen Mother 's side . Also refused her request that he should be allowed to live at Clarence House for the rest of his life .
Queen Mother 's royal courtier William Tallon was known as Backstairs Billy . Rose from impoverished beginnings to become her confidant and friend . But he also breached protocol and brought young men to Clarence House . Other courtiers took revenge by banishing him from Queen Mother 's side . Also denied her request that he should be allowed to live at Clarence House for the rest of his life .