The Duchess of Kent has died at the age
of 92. Buckingham Palace announced her death. Katharine died on
September 4 2025 at Kensington Palace. She was one of the best
loved members of the Royal Family but for many, she was the royal
who handed out the trophies at Wimbledon. All that came to an
abrupt end – but her support for the championships remains an
enduring memory. For many, the…
The Duchess of Kent: The first member of the Royal Family to convert to Roman Catholicism in modern times
5th September 2025
The Duchess of Kent has died at the age
of 92. A remarkable woman in every respect, she was a trailblazer –
breaking boundaries and starting conversations. The Duchess stepped
back from public life a couple of decades before her passing, but
maintained the position of…
The Duchess of Kent died peacefully at
Kensington Palace on Thursday at the age of 92. Buckingham Palace
will shortly be opening an online book of condolence for people to
pay their respects to the duchess, who was the oldest member of The
Royal Family after Queen…
Buckingham Palace has announced the death
of the Duchess of Kent at the age of 92. A Buckingham Palace
spokesperson said the Duchess died peacefully at Kensington Palace
surrounded by her family. The statement reads: “It is with deep
sorrow that Buckingham Palace announces the death of Her Royal
Highness The Duchess of Kent. “Her Royal Highness passed away
peacefully last…
Queen Camilla has reportedly revealed
that she was sexually assaulted as a teenager while travelling on a
train to Paddington – and that she fought off her attacker using a
high-heeled shoe. The alleged incident, which took place when she
was just 16 or 17 years…
The Prince and Princess of Wales have
paid an emotional tribute to teenage photographer Liz Hatton on
what would have been her 18th birthday. To mark her birthday,
images taken by Liz – who died last November from a rare and
aggressive cancer – were displayed…
Clare Balding has admitted to an awkward
on-air gaffe during her live BBC coverage of King Charles III’s
Coronation, after a comment she made about Princess Anne was
unexpectedly interpreted in a humorous light. The seasoned
broadcaster, known for her extensive work in sports coverage –
particularly horse racing – was part of the BBC’s commentary team
during the historic state…
In a monarchy often scrutinised for its
public pageantry and political sensitivities, some honours slip
quietly under the radar – yet carry enormous weight behind the
scenes. Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence’s recent appointment as
Knight Grand Cross of the Royal…
Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence has been
awarded one of the highest honours in the Royal Victorian Order by
King Charles III, according to an official notice published in the
Court Circular. In a ceremony held at Balmoral Castle on August 21,
His Majesty invested Sir Tim…
Explained: What is the Royal Victorian Order, and why was Sir Tim Laurence just promoted?
27th August 2025
When Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence was
quietly invested with the insignia of a Knight Grand Cross of the
Royal Victorian Order at Balmoral Castle last week, the moment was
a personal one – a private ceremony, no speech, no photographs,
just a subtle note in the Court Circular. But it was also a
reminder of one of the more discreet yet highly significant honours
in the British honours system…
