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The Duchess of Kent's patronages remember their staunch supporter

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6th September 2025
Following the death of the Duchess of Kent earlier this week, many of her former patronages sent messages of condolence and thanks to the royal who’d helped them—in many cases over decades—in their mission to support young people, the music community, sports and health initiatives.We’ve compiled these condolences below.Future TalentThe Duchess of Kent co-founded Future Talent…
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The Duchess of Kent's complicated relationship with Wimbledon

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5th September 2025
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…
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The Duchess of Kent has died at the age of 92

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5th September 2025
Buckingham Palace has announced the death of the Duchess of Kent.In a statement, the Palace said: “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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Wimbledon’s Most Human Moment: How The Duchess Of Kent's Compassion Comforted A Broken Champion

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4th July 2025
Wimbledon has always been about more than just tennis. The Championships are steeped in history, tradition, and emotion – but perhaps no moment better encapsulates the human heart of the tournament than the sight of the Duchess of Kent consoling a tearful Jana Novotna on Centre Court in 1993.It was the women’s singles final, and the young Czech player had come agonisingly close to victory…
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A musical birthday gift from the Duchess of Kent

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23rd February 2024
The Duchess of Kent is happy to stay out of the spotlight, but on her 91st birthday, she applauded the launch of a new award with her musical charity.On Thursday, Future Talent, the charity she co-founded in 2004, announced that it had partnered with the National…