It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Prince Eric of Bourbon-Parma, who left this world on January 20, 2021, at the age of 67. Born on August 28, 1953, in Copenhagen, Prince Eric was the eldest son of Prince Michel of Bourbon-Parma and Princess Yolande de Broglie. His life was…
Thyra, Duchesse d’Harcourt, passed away on November 8, 2021, at the age of ninety-one, leaving behind a legacy of elegance and refinement. Born on August 31, 1930, in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, she was the daughter of don Alfonso de Zayas y Bobadilla, Marques de Zayas, and his first wife Marie Gabrielle *Juliette* Vierne d’Harcourt….
The passing of François de Cossé-Brissac, the 13th Duke de Brissac, on April 6, 2021, marked the end of an era for the esteemed French noble family. The duke, who was ninety-two years old at the time of his death, left behind a legacy of passion for horse breeding and dedicated public service. Born on…
Today, the noble family of Oettingen-Oettingen und Oettingen-Spielberg celebrates a significant milestone: the 70th birthday of Fürst Albrecht zu Oettingen-Oettingen und Oettingen-Spielberg. This esteemed family has been a prominent presence at royal events across the Continent and in the United Kingdom, with their members frequently attending high-profile weddings and funerals. Fürst Albrecht, the eldest son…
Today marks the fiftieth anniversary of the untimely death of King Peter II of Yugoslavia, a monarch who lived and reigned under extraordinary circumstances. Born into a royal family with a rich history, King Peter II was the son of King Alexander I, who unified the various regions of Yugoslavia under a single government. His…
Today, we celebrate a remarkable milestone in the life of Furst zu Rantzau, as he marks his 80th birthday. This significant occasion is a testament to his enduring legacy and the profound impact he has had on the world. Born on December 15, 1941, Furst zu Rantzau has lived a life filled with purpose and…
The Duchess de Plasencia, Doña María de Gracia de Solís-Beaumont y Téllez-Girón, passed away on February 20, 2021, at the age of 63 in Madrid. Her life was marked by her dedication to her work as a nurse with the Spanish Red Cross and her esteemed positions within the Sovereign Military Order of Malta and…
The funeral of the Red Princess, Princess Li Lisanqing, marked a significant moment in the tumultuous history of the People’s Republic of China. As the wife of Mao Zedong, the founding father of the People’s Republic, her passing on June 15, 1955, sent shockwaves across the nation. On August 23, 1955, thousands of mourners gathered…
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Princess Ilke zu Wied, a devoted member of the German royal family, who left us on November 26, 2020. Born Ilke Fischer on December 9, 1936, in Bonn, Germany, Princess Ilke was the daughter of Dr. Gottfried Fischer and Dr. Maria Mühlenbein. Her…