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The fairytale bride who became one of the most popular members of the Royal Family: remembering Katharine, The Duchess of Kent

It was a royal wedding that made history and brought the House of Windsor one of its most popular ever members. In June 1961, the Duke of Kent married Katharine Worsley. The new Duchess of Kent would go on to be an instant hit and, alongside her husband, spend decades carrying out engagements on behalf of the Queen. Their wedding day also turned an ancient church into a royal marriage venue for…
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The Duchess of Kent’s secret double life revealed following her death

The Duchess of Kent’s death at the age of 92 has produced immense grief within royal circles. A firm favourite for royal watchers around the globe, her grace and elegance meant she truly never seemed out of touch. This is perhaps best demonstrated by the secret life she lived in Hull without anybody ever discovering her secret identity. The Duchess’s secret life began in the late 1990s…
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Buckingham Palace statement in full announcing the death of the Duchess of Kent

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…
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Remembering Princess Diana 28 years on from her tragic death

On the 28th anniversary of Diana, Princess of Wales’s death in August 1997, Royal Central takes a look back at the life of a remarkable woman who would become known as the ‘People’s Princess’. Diana Frances Spencer was born on 1 July 1961 at Park House within the royal Sandringham Estate. She was the fourth child to be welcomed by John Spencer, 8th Earl Spencer and his wife, Frances…
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