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Prince William Announces the Passing of Her Royal Highness, The Duchess of Kent

A Sombre Day for the Monarchy: The Duke of Cambridge Shares News

Buckingham Palace released a formal statement this morning, delivered personally by His Royal Highness Prince William, The Duke of Cambridge, announcing the peaceful passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Katharine, The Duchess of Kent. The Duchess, 92, passed away earlier this morning at Kensington Palace surrounded by her family.