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The life of Katharine, Duchess of Kent, in photos

By Sarah Ng

Katharine, Duchess of Kent, was 92 when she died Thursday.

Here are some of the key moments in the long, storied life of the oldest member of the Firm.

1961

The duchess danced with Lord Peter Carrington, First Lord of the Admiralty, at the Alexandra Ball at Grosvenor House in London on April 27, 1961.

Katharine Worsley, Duchess of Kent, dancing with Lord Peter Carrington, First Lord of the Admiralty (1919 - 2028), at the Alexandra Ball at Grosvenor House in London on April 27th, 1961.
Katharine Worsley with Lord Peter Carrington at the Alexandra Ball. Getty Images

Katharine married Prince Edward, the Duke of Kent, the late Queen Elizabeth II’s first cousin, on June 8 that same year.

Katharine, Duchess of Kent, and Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, pictured after their wedding ceremony at York Minster on June 8th, 1961.
Katharine married Prince Edward, the Duke of Kent, in 1961. Getty Images

1967

The royal had a role in academia, serving as the Chancellor of Leeds University. She attended a ceremony to confer an honorary degree on King Gustaf VI Adolf of Sweden in 1967.

The Duchess of Kent dressed in academic robes in her role as the Chancellor of Leeds University, Leeds, UK, 25th October 1967. She is attending a ceremony to confer an honorary degree on King Gustaf VI Adolf of Sweden.
The Duchess of Kent dressed in academic robes as the Chancellor of Leeds University in October 1967. Getty Images

1970

Katharine was also a loving mother. She gave birth to George Windsor, Earl of St Andrews; Lady Helen Windsor, and Lord Nicholas Windsor, later experiencing a miscarriage and a stillborn birth.

Prince Edward, Duke of Kent and Katharine, Duchess of Kent posed with their children George Windsor, Helen Windsor (now Lady Helen Taylor) and baby son Nicholas Windsor at home in London on 10th September 1970.
Prince Edward, Duke of Kent and Katharine, Duchess of Kent with their children George Windsor (left), Helen Windsor (now Lady Helen Taylor) and baby son Nicholas Windsor at home in London on September 10. Hulton Archive

1972

The Duke and Duchess of Kent with their daughter Lady Helen Windsor at a wedding, UK, circa 1972.
The Duke and Duchess of Kent with their daughter Lady Helen Windsor at a wedding, UK, circa 1972. Getty Images

1981

The duchess attended the Women's Final at the Wimbledon Championships, All England Lawn Tennis Club, in London with Princess Diana.

Katharine Duchess of Kent, Lady Diana Spencer and her sister Lady Sarah McCorquodale (née Spencer) stand with their hands clasped while attending the Women's Final at the Wimbledon Championships, All England Lawn Tennis Club, London, July 3rd 1981.
Katharine with Diana and Diana's sister, Sarah McCorquodale, on July 3, 1981. Getty Images

1990

Katharine of course made countless royal appearances with the family.

British Royals Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon (1930-2002), Sarah, Duchess of York, Diana, Princess of Wales, wearing a green dress with yellow trim and matching hat, with Prince Harry, Katharine, Duchess of Kent, and Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, as members of the Royal Family watch a fly-past and parade commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, from a balcony at Buckingham Palace, London, England, 15th September 1990.
Member of the royal family during a fly-past and parade commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Britain in September 1990. Getty Images

1995

Katharine's private secretary previously announced she was suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome after she failed to present at the Childline Awards.

The Duchess of Kent attends the 1995 Childline awards. Her private secretary announced December 5 that the Duchess is suffering from the debilitating condition ME, or chronic fatigue syndrome, after she failed to present this years Childline Awards.
The Duchess of Kent attends the 1995 Childline awards on Dec. 5. Reuters

1997

Katharine attended a birthday celebration for her cousin-in-law, Queen Elizabeth II.

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, centre, stands on the balcony of Buckingham Palace with other members of the royal family, including Katharine, Duchess of Kent, second from right, to mark the occasion of her official birthday, Saturday, June 14, 1997.
Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, centre, stands on the balcony of Buckingham Palace with other members of the royal family for her official birthday, on June 14, 1997. AP

2000

The Duchess turned out for the Chelsea Flower Show in London.

Katharine, Duchess of Kent at the Chelsea Flower Show, London, 22nd May 2000.
Katharine, Duchess of Kent, on May 22, 2000. Getty Images

2012

The duchess was seen with her husband at St Paul's Cathedral after a national service to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.

Prince Edward, Duke of Kent (L) and Katharine, Duchess of Kent (R) leave St Paul's Cathedral after a national service of thanksgiving to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee in London on June 5, 2012. Britain's Duchess of Kent, best known for her links to the Wimbledon tennis tournament, has died aged 92, Buckingham Palace said on Friday.
Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, and Katharine, Duchess of Kent, leave St Paul's Cathedral on June 5, 2012. AFP via Getty Images

2013

The royal was seen at Westminster Abbey on June 4, 2013 in London for the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's coronation.

Katharine, Duchess of Kent attends a service of celebration to mark the 60th anniversary of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey on June 4, 2013 in London, England.
Katharine, Duchess of Kent, on the 60th anniversary of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. Getty Images

2018

The Duke and Duchess of Kent attend a service as part of commemorations on the anniversary of the Grenfell fire, where there was a mosaic unveiling.

The Duke and Duchess of Kent attend a service for the national minute silence and mosaic unveiling at the base of Grenfell Tower as part of commemorations on the anniversary of the Grenfell fire in west London on June 14, 2018.
The Duke and Duchess of Kent at a mosaic unveiling at the base of Grenfell Tower on June 14, 2018. POOL/AFP via Getty Images

2024

Along with Prince Michael of Kent and her son, Lord Nicholas Windsor, the duchess watched three pipers from the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards (Carabiniers and Greys) play outside Wren House for Prince Edward's 89th birthday last year. 

Prince Michael of Kent, Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, Katharine, Duchess of Kent and Lord Nicholas Windsor watch three pipers from the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards (Carabiniers and Greys) play outside Wren House, Kensington Palace to mark Prince Edward's 89th birthday, on October 9, 2024 in London, England.
Katharine, Duchess of Kent, watches three pipers from the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards (Carabiniers and Greys) play outside Wren House, Kensington Palace to mark Prince Edward's 89th birthday, on Oct. 9, 2024 in London. Getty Images

Meghan Markle suffers setback as Season 2 of Netflix series ‘With Love, Meghan’ fails to crack top 10

By Nika Shakhnazarova

Meghan Markle has suffered yet another setback as the second season of her Netflix series “With Love, Meghan” has failed to crack the streamer’s top 10 list.

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A second eight-part installment of the Duchess of Sussex’s lifestyle series dropped on the streaming platform on Aug. 26, and featured guest appearances from Markle’s celeb pals, including Chrissy Teigen, Tan France, Jay Shetty and more.

Just hours after its release, the show had already been brutally bashed by UK critics who had labeled the series “tone deaf,” “needy” and “self-indulgent.”

With Love Meghan Season 2
Meghan Markle has suffered yet another setback as the second season of her Netflix series “With Love, Meghan” has failed to crack the streamer’s top 10 list. Netflix

Tributes pour in from Kate Middleton, Prince William, King Charles and more for Katharine, Duchess of Kent

By Kaydi Pelletier

The king and queen, Prince and Princess of Wales, and more are honoring Katharine, Duchess of Kent, Friday after her death the night before.

At 92, the royal was the oldest member of the Firm. She was married to Prince Edward, the Duke of Kent, the late Queen Elizabeth II's first cousin.

A message from The Prince and Princess of Wales pic.twitter.com/0VPYJr8j4Z

— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) September 5, 2025

READ THE POST'S OBITUARY FOR KATHARINE, DUCHESS OF KENT

Meghan Markle was 'never prepared' for life as a royal mom, expert says

By Sarah Ng

Meghan Markle was in for a mom-umental awakening about being a royal mom.

"Meghan clearly hates being apart from her children and when Harry has come to the UK, Meghan hasn’t come with him and has been blamed for snubbing Britain as a result," royal expert Duncan Larcombe told OK! about the duchess.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have issued the first photograph of their daughter Lilibet on their festive card.
"Meghan clearly hates being apart from her children," royal expert Duncan Larcombe said about the former duchess. Alexi Lubomirski / Duke and Duch
Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, is expected to celebrate her birthday today in Montecito, California, United States. She will likely spend the day with her husband Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, and their children Archie and Lilibet Mountbatten Windsor at their private villa.
"She wants to be a hands-on mum and was never prepared to make the sacrifice that royal mums have to make," royal expert Duncan Larcombe said. / SplashNews.com

The former Duchess of Sussex decision to stay in California was described as "odd" by Grand Harrold, who worked for King Charles for seven years, when Harry visited in 2024 for the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games.

"She wants to be a hands-on mum and was never prepared to make the sacrifice that royal mums have to make," Larcombe said about what being a parent while fulfilling royal family member duties entails.

Markle, 44, the mother to son Archie, 6, and daughter Lilibet, 4, has been open about the reality of motherhood.

Meghan Markle's children: Princess Lilibet and Prince Archie.
Markle is the mother to son Archie, 6, and daughter Lilibet, 4. Instagram/@meghan

“I was like ‘Oh gosh, I’m going to give a speech with a baby on my hip,'” she said on her podcast, “Confessions of a Female Founder”.

“But it was not the way I envisioned it.”

Prince William is 'getting drunk' with Eugene Levy for latest season of AppleTV+ show

By Carly Ortiz-Lytle

Prince William is heading out on a royal tour.

The heir to the throne, 43, appeared in the trailer that dropped Thursday for the third season of "The Reluctant Traveler With Eugene Levy" on Apple TV+.

The episode preview, billed as "Living the Royal Life in London," shows the legendary comedic actor, 78, at Windsor Castle walking the grounds with The Prince of Wales.

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"Was getting drunk with Prince William on your bucket list?," the royal asked.

"That's the bucket," Levy replied.

Season 3 of the hit show premieres Sept. 19.

This isn't the prince's first brush with Hollywood — he's been the subject of several documentaries and, alongside his brother, Harry, had a cameo in 2017's "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" as Stormtroopers, though their scenes were cut at the last minute.

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Kate Middleton goes full mom-mode at museum visit, sweetly bringing little girl under her umbrella: pics

By Sarah Ng

She can stand under Kate's umbrella, 'ella.

Kate Middleton was all smiles at the Natural History Museum in London on Thursday, despite a downpour as she and husband Prince William toured the museum's newly renovated gardens with a group of young children.

At one point, the mother of three went full mom mode, bringing a little girl under her umbrella to shelter her from the rain.

Catherine, Princess of Wales during her visit to the Natural History Museum's newly renovated gardens on September 04, 2025 in London, England. The gardens opened in 2024 and serve as a living laboratory, where visitors and scientists can identify and monitor wildlife in an urban environment.
Kate helped shield the kids from the rain during the visit. Getty Images
The Princess of Wales, Patron of the Natural History Museum, and The Prince of Wales visit the Museum’s newly transformed gardens and meet children and young people taking part in learning programmes which see them connecting with nature and boosting biodiversity in urban areas
The Princess of Wales walked with one little girl through the rain. INSTARimages
 Princess of Wales, Patron of the Natural History Museum, and The Prince of Wales visit the Museum's newly transformed gardens and meet children and young people taking part in learning programmes which see them connecting with nature and boosting biodiversity in urban areas.
The Princess of Wales was all smiles despite the downpour. Eddie Mulholland/WPA Pool/Shutterstock

William and Kate, both 43, met with children at the museum, where the Princess of Wales is a patron, to see the new gardens.

The museum's programs aim to help children connect with nature and boost biodiversity in urban areas.

Inside, the Prince and Princess of Wales also worked with the students during one of the activities.

Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales, Patron of the Natural History Museum, and Britain's William, Prince of Wales visit the museum's newly transformed gardens and meet children and young people taking part in learning programmes which see them connecting with nature and boosting biodiversity in urban areas, in London, Britain September 4, 2025.
William and Kate visited the Natural History Museum and met with children in London on Thursday. via REUTERS

The future queen has been open about how she's turned to the outdoors for solace amid her cancer treatment.

“Not everyone has that same relationship perhaps with nature, but it is so therefore meaningful for me as a place to balance and find a sort of sense of peace and reconnection in what is otherwise a very busy world,” Kate said earlier this year.

The royal announced in January that her cancer was in remission.

The Princess of Wales has also started a social media series dedicated to the different seasons, posting appreciations for spring and summer.

The couple greeted and spoke with crowds of people eagerly waiting outside the museum, shaking hands as onlookers watched.

Prince William, Prince of Wales during his visit to the newly renovated gardens Natural History Museum on September 04, 2025 in London, England.
Prince William, Prince of Wales during his visit to the newly renovated gardens Natural History Museum. WireImage
Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales greets people as she and Britain's William, Prince of Wales (not pictured) visit the Natural History Museum's gardens in London, Britain, September 4, 2025.
Kate shook hands with other guests at the museum. REUTERS

Kate debuted her new blonde hair at Thursday's outing — the couple's first joint public appearance in nearly two months after their children, Prince George, 12, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, 7, returned to school from summer vacation on Tuesday.

Britain's William, Prince of Wales and Catherine, Princess of Wales walk on the day of their visit at the Natural History Museum's gardens in London, Britain, September 4, 2025.
Kate was seen with lighter hair during this appearance. REUTERS
Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales, Patron of the Natural History Museum, and Britain's William, Prince of Wales visit the museum's newly transformed gardens and meet children and young people taking part in learning programmes which see them connecting with nature and boosting biodiversity in urban areas, in London, Britain September 4, 2025.
Kate has been outspoken about her love for nature. via REUTERS

The princess's new locks are a marked departure from her signature brunette. She wore earthy tones for the occasion, while William opted for a black blazer and a light blue shirt.

King Charles details physical struggles in deeply personal cancer update while meeting fellow patients

By Nika Shakhnazarova

King Charles has shared a rare health update as he continues to undergo treatment following his cancer diagnosis.

The monarch, 76, met with fellow cancer patients at the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital in England during a royal engagement Wednesday, where he spoke candidly of his battle.

King Charles III visits The Oratory of St Philip Neri in Birmingham, England.
King Charles has shared a rare health update as he continues to undergo treatment following his cancer diagnosis. Chris Jackson-Getty/POOL supplied by Splash News / SplashNews.com
King Charles III talks with patient Jacqueline Page as she visits a ward during a visit where he officially opened Midland Metropolitan University Hospital
Charles made several remarks about the physical struggles he faced during a conversation with fellow patient Jacqueline Page. Getty Images

As Charles, who turns 77 in November, officially opened the new medical center, he spent time speaking with staff, patients, and volunteers — many of whom are intimately familiar with the profound toll cancer takes on individuals and their loved ones.

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Kate Middleton shows off her blondest hair ever during first joint appearance with Prince William in months

By Nika Shakhnazarova

Summer looks good on Kate Middleton.

The beloved princess, 43, has debuted a striking new look as she stepped out for a joint official engagement with her husband, Prince William.

Prince William, Prince of Wales and Catherine, Princess of Wales during their visit to the Natural History Museum's newly renovated gardens on September 04, 2025 in London, England. The gardens opened in 2024 and serve as a living laboratory, where visitors and scientists can identify and monitor wildlife in an urban environment.
Kate showcased her new blonde hair during a visit with William to the Natural History Museum’s newly transformed gardens in London. Getty Images

The Prince and Princess of Wales were all smiles Thursday during their visit to the Natural History Museum’s newly transformed gardens in London — marking their first joint public appearance in nearly two months.

Though the garden was meant to be the centerpiece of the outing, it was Princess Catherine’s striking new blonde hair that truly stole the spotlight.

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Prince Harry suffers setback as chief executive quits his eco-friendly firm Travalyst — months after head of firm’s departure

By Nika Shakhnazarova

Prince Harry has suffered a setback after a “crucial” Travalyst staffer quit just months after the departure of the eco-friendly firm’s first chairman earlier this year.

Sally Davey, who served as the chief executive, has handed in her resignation to the Duke of Sussex and is set to step down in December.

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex announces a partnership between Booking.com, SkyScanner, CTrip, TripAdvisor and Visa called 'Travalyst'
Prince Harry has suffered a setback after a "crucial" Travalyst staffer quit just months after the departure of the eco-friendly firm's first chairman earlier this year. Getty Images

“This is a huge blow to Travalyst,” a source told the Daily Mail. “Sally has been crucial in its development.”

Davey, who has held the post for five years, says her decision to leave the firm was spurred on by her desire to spend more time with her loved ones.

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Prince Harry may hold rare ‘golden ticket’ visa letting him stay in the US for life as new records are unearthed

By Nika Shakhnazarova

Prince Harry may hold a rare diplomatic visa that allows him to live in the US indefinitely, according to newly uncovered records from the Trump administration.

The Department of Homeland Security released heavily redacted immigration documents pertaining to the Duke of Sussex’s lawsuit challenging his immigration in March.

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Prince Harry may hold a rare diplomatic visa that allows him to live in the US indefinitely, according to newly uncovered records from the Trump administration. Stephen Yang for NY Post

And while the records appeared to reveal hardly anything new — following the duke’s revelations of past drug use in his memoir “Spare” — officials determined that it would violate his privacy to publicize it.

Now, a batch of new documents, unearthed this week by the Trump administration, suggest that the Invictus Games founder could have a so-called “golden ticket” visa in the form of a special A-1 Head of State document, reserved for heads of state and foreign royals.

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King Charles attends the officially opening of new Midland Metropolitan University Hospital

By Sarah Ng

King Charles paid a visit to the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital in England on its opening day.

The monarch met with staff and patients to mark the occasion.

King Charles III talks with Prostate cancer patient Matthew Shinda during his visit to officially open the new Midland Metropolitan University Hospital in Birmingham.
King Charles talks with Prostate cancer patient Matthew Shinda during his visit to officially open the new Midland Metropolitan University Hospital. ZUMAPRESS.com
Staff, visitors and patients line the walkways to see as Britain's King Charles III officially opens the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), in Smethwick, Britain September 3, 2025.
Staff, visitors and patients line the walkways to see Charles officially open the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital. via REUTERS

Charles unveiled the plaque for the building, located near Birmingham, England during his visit.

Medical students also got the chance to meet the king.

Britain's King Charles III unveils a plaque as he officially opens the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), in Smethwick, Britain September 3, 2025.
Charles unveiled a plaque for the event. via REUTERS
Britain's King Charles III is greeted by medical students during his visit to officially open the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), in Smethwick, Britain September 3, 2025.
The royal was greeted by medical students during his visit. via REUTERS

Charles was initially scheduled to go to the facility in March, but had to postpone his visit due to his cancer treatment.

Britain's King Charles is greeted by staff as he arrives to officially open Midland Metropolitan University Hospital, in Smethwick, England, Wednesday Sept. 3, 2025.
King Charles is greeted by staff as he arrives to officially open Midland Metropolitan University Hospital. AP
Britain's King Charles III arrives to officially open the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), in Smethwick, Britain September 3, 2025.
The royal has been undergoing cancer treatment. via REUTERS

The King originally went to the hospital for a planned operation to treat an enlarged prostate in January 2024 when the cancer was discovered.

Charles also met with Daniel Joyce, Newman Archivist and Librarian, who showed the royal historic items in the library during a tour of The Oratory of St. Philip Neri following the canonisation of Cardinal John Henry Newman in Birmingham on Wednesday.

Daniel Joyce, Newman Archivist and Librarian, Birmingham Oratory shows Britain's King Charles, the Cardinal’s personal effects in his room (which has remained untouched since his death) during a tour of The Oratory of St. Philip Neri following the canonisation of Cardinal John Henry Newman in Birmingham, England September 3, 2025.
Daniel Joyce, Newman Archivist and Librarian, shows Britain's King Charles, the Cardinal's personal effects in his room during a tour of The Oratory of St. Philip Neri following the canonisation of Cardinal John Henry Newman. via REUTERS
Daniel Joyce, Newman Archivist and Librarian, Birmingham Oratory (C) and and Reverend Anton Guziel (L) tour Britain's King Charles III (R) around The Oratory of St. Philip Neri following the canonisation of Cardinal John Henry Newman in Birmingham on September 3, 2025.
Joyce (C), and Reverend Anton Guziel (L) showed the royal around The Oratory of St. Philip Neri following the canonisation of Cardinal John Henry Newman. POOL/AFP via Getty Images
Daniel Joyce, Newman Archivist and Librarian, Birmingham Oratory (L), Reverend Anton Guziel (C) and Britain's King Charles III (L) arrive to view historic items in the library during a tour of The Oratory of St. Philip Neri following the canonisation of Cardinal John Henry Newman in Birmingham, central England on September 3, 2025.
Charles got to view historic items in the library during the tour. POOL/AFP via Getty Images

Meghan Markle quietly shuts down controversial Instagram shop she launched to earn commission

By Nika Shakhnazarova

Meghan Markle has quietly deactivated her ShopMy Instagram page, which previously allowed her to earn commissions through affiliate links featuring her outfits.

The Duchess of Sussex, 44, launched the online storefront in March — with its debut coinciding with the release of her Netflix series, “With Love, Meghan.”

With Love, Meghan. Meghan, Duchess of Sussex in episode 203 of With Love, Meghan. Cr. Jake Rosenberg/Netflix © 2025
Meghan Markle has quietly deactivated her ShopMy Instagram page. JAKE ROSENBERG/NETFLIX
Meghan Markle slammed for 'monetizing the monarchy' after launching ShopMy account to earn commission
Meghan Markle released a ShopMy page on Monday afternoon via her Instagram
The page allows her to earn commission on affiliate links she posts via the app
Markle's digital shop for her social media followers, which previously allowed her to earn commissions through affiliate links, is now blank. ShopMy

But just months after introducing her digital shop to her social media followers, it appears as though her selection of items have been yanked from the site, leaving it completely blank.

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