They aren't exactly two peas in a pod, but Brian May and Sir Patrick Moore shared a bond in science — and were so close that the guitarist even bought Sir Patrick's house to make sure he could live there for the rest of his life. Brian bought Farthings, the house in Selsey, West Sussex for £480,000 in 2008, paying about £40,000 above the market value to ensue the astronomer could stay in the home he had lived in for four decades. Sir Patrick Moore died peacefully at his home last week, aged 89. Brian May, right, and Sir Patrick Moore pictured in 2008. The pair shared a twin love of music and science
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May, also a stargazer, bought his friend and mentor's home so he could stay there until his death
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The two shared a love of the night sky and music
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But Queen guitarist is furious that Sunday Times exposes the home purchase
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