De Burgh wrote the song as a tribute to his wife, Diane . He was inspired by the realization that men often forget what their partners wore when they first met; the "lady in red" refers to seeing her across a crowded dance floor in a stunning scarlet dress.
A student who wore only red is said to haunt the corridors, inspiring an annual "Red Lady Run". the_lady_in_red
Said to be the ghost of socialite Jennie Pearl Cox , who died in a 1944 car crash and is often seen in the hotel's hallways. De Burgh wrote the song as a tribute to his wife, Diane
Named "Rose," this ghost is reportedly a prostitute murdered by a jealous client. Guests often report finding pearls on their pillows, supposedly from her broken necklace. Said to be the ghost of socialite Jennie
The most prominent modern reference is the song by British-Irish singer-songwriter Chris de Burgh . Released in June 1986 on the album Into the Light , it became a global sensation, reaching number one in over 25 countries.
Unlike the "White Lady," who is often portrayed as mourning, the Lady in Red is typically associated with passion, betrayal, or vanity . Many legends claim she was a woman killed in a fit of jealousy by a lover. Notable Sighting Locations: