Lady Pamela Hicks, bridesmaid to Queen Elizabeth II, dies at 97
Lady Pamela Hicks, Queen Elizabeth II's bridesmaid and lady-in-waiting, has died at 97.
Summary
Lady Pamela Hicks, a former lady-in-waiting to Queen Elizabeth II and bridesmaid at her wedding, has died at the age of 97. Her daughter, India Hicks, announced the passing on Instagram, describing her mother as a "cherished institution, but truly the last of her kind." Lady Pamela was also the daughter of Lord Mountbatten, the King's great-uncle and the last viceroy of India.
Why it's important
The death of Lady Pamela Hicks marks the passing of an individual with close ties to the British Royal Family, having served as a bridesmaid to Queen Elizabeth II and as a lady-in-waiting. Her familial connection to Lord Mountbatten further underscores her historical significance within the context of the British monarchy and the end of British rule in India.
Key Points
- Lady Pamela Hicks dies aged 97
- Bridesmaid to Queen Elizabeth II
- Daughter India Hicks announces passing
- Former lady-in-waiting
- Daughter of Lord Mountbatten
Key Narratives
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Described her mother as a "cherished institution, but truly the last of her kind."
Involved Entities
Lady Pamela Hicks, Queen Elizabeth II, India Hicks, Lord Mountbatten
Sources (3)
Lady Pamela Hicks, Queen's former lady
In a post on Instagram, her daughter India described her mother as "truly the last of her kind".
Lady Pamela Hicks, bridesmaid to Queen Elizabeth II, dies aged 97
In a social media post, designer and former fashion model India Hicks said her mother died ‘peacefully’ on Friday.
Lady Pamela Hicks, bridesmaid to Queen Elizabeth II, dies aged 97
In a social media post, designer and former fashion model India Hicks said her mother died ‘peacefully’ on Friday.
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