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 in Karlsbad, a…
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 has asked me to…
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. After a warm…
The Duke of Kent holds hands with German President to remember Dresden victims
14th February 2020
On Thursday, the Duke of Kent stood hand
in hand with the President of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, to
commemorate the 75th anniversary of the bombing of Dresden. Joined
by thousands of others, a human chain was formed around Dresden’s
old town to pay tribute to…
Personal secretary needed for The Queen's cousin, Princess Alexandra
28th January 2020
If you’ve ever dreamed of working
directly with a member of the Royal Family, now is your chance.
Princess Alexandra’s household is hiring for a “discreet” and
experienced personal secretary based at her home in Richmond. The
job requires 37.5 hours a week, Monday…
The Duke of Kent has been presented with
The Institution’s Thanks on Vellum certificate to mark 50 years as
President of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) as
thanks for his dedication to the charity. Stuart Popham, RNLI
Chair, and Mark Dowie, RNLI Chief Executive, were at St James’s
Palace on Tuesday, 10 December to present the Duke with the honour.
Dowie commented on His…
Another royal wedding ahead: Granddaughter of Princess Alexandra announces her engagement
15th November 2019
Princess Alexandra’s family is
celebrating some happy news this week as her granddaughter, Flora
Alexandra Ogilvy, announced her engagement to former professional
hockey player Timothy Vesterberg. Flora shared the news on her
Instagram account, posting a gorgeous…
It’s long been known as one of her great
passions in life and earlier this month, the Duchess of Kent
celebrated the world of music as she made a rare public appearance
at an event in London. The duchess, in her role as Emeritus
President of the Royal Northern College of…
The Duchess of Kent has conducted a rare
interview which will be broadcast on Classic FM this coming Monday.
The Duchess, who prefers to be known as Katharine Kent, has given
an interview as part of a special programme on Classic FM
celebrating her charity, Future Talent. Presented by Alexander
Armstrong, the programme will air on Bank Holiday Monday at 8pm,
and will feature recordings of…
