Princess Kate and Prince William have shared a heartbreaking statement following the death of the Duchess of Kent.
Buckingham Palace announced on Friday that the Duchess of Kent died at Kensington Palace on Thursday evening, surrounded by family.
The Prince and Princess of Wales stated that Katherine, the Duchess of York "will be a much missed family member.
The statement directly mentioned the Duchess of York's three children, George, Earl of St Andrews, 63, Lady Helen Taylor, 61, and Lord Nicholas Windsor, 55.
Buckingham Palace announced on Friday that the Duchess of Kent died at Kensington Palace on Thursday evening, surrounded by family.
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The royal couple wrote in a message on social media: "Our thoughts today are with The Duke of Kent and his family, particularly George, Helen and Nicholas.
"The Duchess worked tirelessly to help others and supported many causes, including through her love of music.
"She will be a much missed member of the family. W & C"
Earlier today, Buckingham Palace issued a statement announcing the Duchess of York's death.
Earlier today, Buckingham Palace issued a statement announcing the Duchess of York's death.
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The Palace added that the King, Queen and members of the Royal Family are in mourning following the death of the much-loved royal.
The Buckingham Palace statement said: “It is with deep sorrow that Buckingham Palace announces the death of Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Kent.
“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.”
Katherine became the first senior member of the Royal Family to publicly convert to Catholicism since the Act of Settlement, which bars Catholics from the line of succession.
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Katharine, Duchess of Kent, was the music-loving royal who captivated Wimbledon crowds as the tournament's trophy presenter.
Her life changed dramatically when she met Prince Edward, the late Queen's cousin. They married in 1961 in a grand ceremony at York Minster - the first royal wedding there in over 600 years.
Katherine became the first senior member of the Royal Family to publicly convert to Catholicism since the Act of Settlement, which bars Catholics from the line of succession.
She converted with Queen Elizabeth's permission, who saw it as a personal matter of faith.
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