United Kingdom, Sept. 5 -- Katharine, Duchess of Kent, has died at the age of 92, Buckingham Palace has announced.

One of the most glamorous royals of her generation, Katharine was admired for her determination to carve out her own path, her lifelong dedication to charity work and her deep passion for music.

She died on Thursday (04.09.25) night at Kensington Palace, surrounded by her family, it emerged on Friday.

The Duchess, who was born Katharine Lucy Mary Worsley on 22 February 1933 in Yorkshire, married Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, in 1961 and went on to combine royal duties with an independent life of teaching and philanthropy.

Her death was confirmed in a statement released on the Royal Family's official social media account. ...