Lady Gabriella Kingston, 56th in line of Royal succession, recently endured the tragic loss of her husband, Thomas Kingston, in February 2024.
Lady Gabriella Windsor, also known as Ella, is the daughter of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent. Born on April 23, 1981, she has a younger brother, Lord Frederick Windsor, who is married to actress Sophie Winkleman.
Lady Gabriella received her education at Godstowe and Downe House School before graduating from Brown University with a degree in Comparative Literature and Hispanic studies.
In 2012, she obtained an MPhil degree in Social Anthropology from Linacre College, Oxford. She is a writer and has been featured in publications such as the Sunday Telegraph, the Evening Standard, Country Life, and The Spectator.
In 2020, Lady Gabriella made her debut as a singer-songwriter to raise funds for the Playing for Change Foundation.
She tied the knot with Thomas Kingston on May 18, 2019, in St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle, with Queen Camilla and King Charles III in attendance.
Lady Gabriella is closely related to King Charles, as their fathers were brothers, making them second cousins.
Despite being distant relatives of the monarch, Lady Gabriella often participates in royal events and has been seen at Wimbledon and Royal Ascot.
Thomas Kingston, her husband, worked in frontier market investment and diplomatic relations before transitioning to finance.
He tragically passed away in February 2024, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and light-heartedness.
The royal family and friends are mourning the loss of Thomas Kingston, a beloved husband, son, and brother. Lady Gabriella, although not a working member of the Royal Family, continues to represent her lineage with grace and dignity.
