The late Queen Elizabeth’s cousin Princess Alexandra made a somber appearance as she joined the Royal Family for the service of thanksgiving at Windsor Castle for the late King Constantine of Greece today.
The Honorable Lady Ogilvy, 87, whose father is Prince George, Duke of Kent, wore an all-black ensemble as she arrived at the occasion in a wheelchair.
She was seen sitting alongside her daughter Marina Ogilvy, 57, in the same row as Prince Andrew, Birgitte, Duchess of Gloucester and Prince Richard, Duke of Gloucester.
Alexandra opted for a button-down velvet jacket and accessorized her ensemble with a hat for today’s service.
She seemed moved by the service and was seen chatting quietly with her daughter in the chapel.
The late Queen Elizabeth’s cousin Princess Alexandra (left) made a somber appearance as she joined the Royal Family for the thanksgiving service at Windsor Castle for the late King Constantine of Greece on Tuesday.
Both women were also seen searching for tissues during the emotional event.
Always elegant and diplomatic par excellence, Alexandra has never put a foot wrong in her entire life of public service.
Lady Ogilvy was not only the late Queen’s cousin but also one of her closest friends and was once known as the “unsung heroine” of the Royal Family.
One biographer also described her as “the most efficient working princess in the world.”
His royal style is sober and unshowy, in stark contrast to some of the more lurid events that have surrounded his life.
She was a bridesmaid at the 1943 wedding of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, while her own wedding to businessman Sir Angus Ogilvy was broadcast to some 200 million people 20 years later.
Lady Ogilvy is 56th in line to the throne but has become an integral part of the Royal Family and a stalwart for six decades.
His father is the Duke of Kent, one of George VI’s younger brothers, and the former king was one of his godfathers. Her mother was Princess Marina of Greece and Denmark.
The Honorable Lady Ogilvy, 87, whose father is Prince George, Duke of Kent, wore an all-black ensemble as she arrived at the occasion in a wheelchair.
She was seen sitting alongside her daughter Marina Ogilvy, 57, in the same row as Prince Andrew, Birgitte, Duchess of Gloucester and Prince Richard, Duke of Gloucester.
The Royal Family turned out in force for the thanksgiving service at Windsor Castle today.
Queen Camilla, 76, led members of the Firm after King Charles III missed the somber occasion as he continues his cancer treatment, while Prince William was due to give a reading but withdrew for “reasons.” personal”.
No further details were given about William’s absence, and it is not known if this relates to the ongoing recovery of his wife, the Princess of Wales, following her abdominal surgery last month.
The Prince of Wales is understood to have called the Greek royal family to apologize, while Kensington Palace confirmed Kate was “doing well” as she recovers at home.
Camilla was joined by Prince Andrew, his ex-wife Sarah, Duchess of York, their daughter Princess Beatrice, King Charles’ sister Princess Anne, and their daughter Zara Tindall, as well as the widow of the late King Constantine, the Queen Ana María, her eldest. son, Crown Prince Pavlos and other members of the Greek royal family.
The Royal Family turned out in force for the thanksgiving service at Windsor Castle today. Queen Camilla in the photo.
In an emotional show of affection for her husband’s late relative, she appeared to wipe away tears as she watched the ceremony.
Camilla smiled warmly as she met people outside the chapel for today’s memorial service in Windsor.
Camilla was greeted while attending the service of thanksgiving for the life of King Constantine at Windsor Castle.
Royalty turned out in force for the service, with the Princess Royal surrounded by the Duke of Gloucester, Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, and in the row behind Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, Sarah Duchess of York, Lady Helen Taylor and the Duke of Kent.
stretcher She looked calm and confident in a smart pinstriped suit as she became the most important figure representing the British monarchy in Charles’ absence.
Camilla has long been praised as the strength and staying power of the royal family, and has stepped up to lead the company following the King’s shocking cancer diagnosis.
As he leads British and foreign royalty, it is this strength of character that will allow him to steady the ship.
Princess Anne previously admitted she “plays her role very well” despite having “no natural talent”, while a former royal butler praised her “steady hand on the helm”.
Lady Ogilvy (pictured left with the Duke of Kent and Duchess of Gloucester during the King’s coronation) was not only the late Queen’s cousin but also one of her closest friends and was once known as the ” unsung heroine” of the royal family.
The Queen admitted six years ago that royal life is “exhausting” but has still stepped up to continue working, leading the nation in her husband’s absence.
Leaving the ceremony, Camilla looked confident as she stood alongside Queen Anne Mary of Greece at the conclusion of the service, with Princess Anne smiling in her right hand.
Wearing a somber black jacket with a subtle pinstripe, she paired it with a matching skirt and a wide-brimmed hat with dark fringes.
She smiled warmly at those who gathered to receive her, before entering the place and adopting a solemn and dignified silence.
And in an emotional show of affection for her husband’s late relative, she appeared to wipe away tears as she watched the ceremony.