In a moving and deeply personal gesture, Princess Eugenie has publicly honoured the memory of Katharine, Duchess of Kent, on what would have been her 71st wedding anniversary. The poignant tribute comes just days after the Duchess was laid to rest.
Taking to her official Instagram account, the Princess shared a beautiful, previously unseen photograph of the late Duchess. The black-and-white image captures a young, radiant Katharine on her wedding day in 1961, beaming with joy as she embarked on her life with the Queen's cousin, Prince Edward, Duke of Kent.
The Princess accompanied the nostalgic image with a simple yet powerful caption: 'Thinking of the Duchess of Kent on her wedding anniversary. A life of service and love.' This public acknowledgement serves as a testament to the close bond shared between the two royals and offers a glimpse into the private mourning within the Royal Family.
The Duchess of Kent, a beloved and somewhat unconventional royal, passed away peacefully at the age of 92. Her funeral was a private family affair, held away from the public eye, making Eugenie's public tribute all the more significant.
By choosing to commemorate the Duchess's wedding day, Princess Eugenie shifted the focus from loss to celebration—celebrating a long-lasting marriage, a lifetime of dedicated public service, and the profound personal love that defined Katharine's life. The post has been met with an outpouring of sympathy and support from royal followers across the globe, who have been touched by this heartfelt gesture.
