The Duchess of Kent is perhaps one of the least known members of The Royal Family, but despite this, she has consistently remained a firm favourite for royal watchers around the globe. She has been suffering from ill health in recent years meaning her public appearances are becoming more scarce, but her story as a member of The Royal Family is an inspiring one, and for many years, she lived a…
The Duke of Kent has spoken of his frustration at having to miss royal visits because of the coronavirus pandemic. His comments came in a special message recorded for the RNLI in which he praised the organisation for its tenacity and courage in what he described as…
Born Katharine Lucy Mary Worsley on 22 February 1933, she would one day become a much-loved member of the Royal Family, as the Duchess of Kent, but now we take a look at her life before her marriage to Prince Edward, Duke of Kent.
Katharine is the youngest child and only…
Senior government minister witnessed the birth of Princess Alexandra to ensure there was no baby swapping
21st May 2020
In years gone by, it was customary for the birth of any royal baby to be witnessed by the UK Home Secretary ensuring the new arrival was genuine.
The Queen’s cousin, Princess Alexandra, was the last royal to have had her birth witnessed by the by an official political observer in 1936.
Sir John Simon, Her Majesty’s Secretary of State for the Home Office, was present when Princess…
Princess Alexandra, The Honourable Lady Ogilvy, has recorded a special video message sending her best wishes to the Alzheimer’s Society.
Her Royal Highness recorded the message for the 2020 Alzheimer’s Society People Awards which in ordinary times would have…
Marie Christine von Reibnitz has been a member of the British Royal Family for over 40 years, and even though she doesn’t carry out official royal engagements, she is a well-known figure, not least because of some of her highly publicised controversial actions in the…
One of the most interesting – and controversial – members of the British Royal Family has always been tied to royalty. We’re taking a look at the early life of Princess Michael of Kent, an accomplished author, interior designer, mother, grandmother, and wife to The Queen’s first cousin.
The future princess was born Baroness Marie Christine von Reibnitz on 15 January 1945…
The Duchess of Kent has sent a supportive message to her patronage, Hull & East Riding Breast Friends, during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Her Royal Highness’s message was shared by a member of staff on the charity’s website: “The Duchess of Kent…
Happy 87th birthday to the Duchess of Kent! Royal Central takes a look at "Mrs Kent's" remarkable life
22nd February 2020
Today. we’re going to take a look at the life of Katharine, The Duchess of Kent.
Katharine Lucy Mary Worsley was born 22 February 1933, the only daughter of Sir William Arthington Worsley of Hovingham, 4th Baronet and his wife Joyce. She has three older brothers.
The…
Princess Alexandra meets WWII veterans and Invictus Games athlete at Royal Star & Garter care home opening
21st February 2020
Princess Alexandra heard the stories of veterans and toured the “extremely impressive” new Royal Star & Garter facility when she officially opened their High Wycombe home Thursday.
The charity provides compassionate care to veterans and their partners living with disability or dementia, and Princess Alexandra has served as president of Royal Star & Garter since 1964.
