Royals receive contact from Prince Harry following the demise of the Duchess of Kent
Duchess of Kent Passes Away at the Age of 92
The Royal Family is mourning the loss of the Duchess of Kent, who passed away peacefully at Kensington Palace, surrounded by her family. Buckingham Palace made the announcement with "deep sorrow".
The Duchess, who was 92 years old, was known for her life-long devotion to various organizations. She showed empathy for young people and had a passion for music.
The King, Queen, and all Members of The Royal Family are mourning the loss. The Duke of Kent's children and grandchildren are also grieving.
Prince Harry, who is expected to return to the U.K. over the weekend, has sent a private letter expressing condolences to the family of the Duchess of Kent after her passing. He received a private condolence letter from the Kent family in return.
It is yet to be seen if Prince Harry will attend the funeral of the Duchess of Kent. His scheduled events precede the WellChild awards in London on Monday, though there is a potential meeting with King Charles, though no official confirmation has been made.
The Duchess of Kent was a dedicated patron of numerous charities and organizations, though specific details were not provided in the announcement.
The news of the Duchess's death comes as a shock to the Royal Family and the public. She will be deeply missed.