between the 17th and early 19th centuries, society events in london and at country houses were the focus of socialite activity. notable examples of british socialites include beau brummell, lord alvanley, the marchioness of londonderry, daisy, princess of pless, lady diana cooper, mary constance wyndham, lady ursula d'abo, and the mitford sisters. since the 1960s, socialites have been drawn from a wider section of society more similar to the american model, with many socialites now coming from families in business or from the world of celebrity. despite this, the notion of the sloane ranger still emphasises many socialites' connections to britain's ruling class. the royal borough of kensington and chelsea is widely regarded as the current home of socialite activity in the uk. the television show "made in chelsea" has explored the lifestyles of young socialites living in london in the 21st century.