Duke of Kent, 90, Makes Rare Public Appearance Supported by Family at Poignant Concert Honoring Late Wife
Prince Edward, the 90-year-old Duke of Kent, made a rare and poignant public appearance on Sunday evening to attend a special tribute concert in London honoring his late wife, Katharine, the Duchess of Kent. Organized by her beloved music charity Future Talent, the commemorative evening took place at Sinfonia Smith Square, surrounded by close royal relatives.
The Duke was joined by his younger brother, Prince Michael of Kent, 84, who was supported with a walking aid as he arrived at the venue. Also in attendance were the Duke and late Duchess’s three children—Lady Helen Taylor, the Earl of St Andrews, and Lord Nicholas Windsor—alongside their grandchildren, Lady Marina and Lady Amelia Windsor.
Prince Michael’s son, Lord Frederick Windsor, and his wife, actress Sophie Winkleman, also attended to pay their respects.
As the oldest living member of the British royal family and a first cousin of the late Queen Elizabeth II, the Duke of Kent continues to serve as an active working royal on behalf of King Charles III, having joined the royal balcony appearance for Trooping the Colour earlier this year despite scaling back engagements due to mobility limitations.
Hosted by Alexander Armstrong, the evening celebrated the musical legacy of the Duchess of Kent, who passed away in September 2025 at age 92. Over 40 gifted young musicians performed, including the Future Talent Orchestra and a dedicated piece titled “Destiny’s Journey” composed by alumnus Sam Nutter.
Remembered for relinquishing her HRH style in 2002 to teach music at a primary school in Hull, Katharine’s hands-on dedication to mentoring disadvantaged youth continues to resonate through the charity she championed and supported with a £10,000 bequest in her will.