Buckingham Palace announced the death of the Duchess of Kent, aged 92, who passed away peacefully on September 4, 2025, at her Kensington Palace home, surrounded by family.
Known for her compassion, notably comforting Jana Novotna at Wimbledon in 1993, the Duchess stepped back from royal duties in 2002 to teach music anonymously at a Hull primary school, reflecting her passion for music and youth.
Born Katharine Worsley, she married Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, in 1961, and converted to Catholicism in 1992, a historic move for a royal.
The King and Queen joined the Duke and their three children in mourning, praising her lifelong devotion to charities like Future Talent, which she founded to support young musicians.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer paid tribute, highlighting her humility and service, while her granddaughter, Lady Amelia Windsor, shared a heartfelt Instagram post.
The Duchess’s funeral will likely be a Catholic service, with royal attendance expected.
Her last public appearance was in October 2024, in a wheelchair, marking the Duke’s 89th birthday.
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