The Duke of Kent has been honoured in a special reception in Windsor, hosted by King Charles, following his 90th birthday.
The gathering, attended by some royals, came just over a month after the duke lost his wife, the Duchess of Kent.
Buckingham Palace had announced that the Duchess of Kent died on September 4, aged 92.
The Duke of Kent lost his wife in September (Credit: Photo by Shutterstock)
Period of mourning for the Duke of Kent after death of his wife
The duchess’ death was announced by the palace last month in a heartfelt statement.
“It is with deep sorrow that Buckingham Palace announces the death of Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Kent,” the palace said.
“Her Royal Highness passed away peacefully last night at Kensington Palace, surrounded by her family. The King and Queen and all Members of The Royal Family join The Duke of Kent, his children and grandchildren in mourning their loss and remembering fondly The Duchess’s life-long devotion to all the organisations with which she was associated, her passion for music and her empathy for young people,” they added.
Her funeral took place at Westminster Cathedral on September 16. Several senior royals were in attendance.
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