Queen Elizabeth II has to say goodbye: Ann Fortune FitzRoy, a long-time friend and close confidante of the British regent, has died.
London – Eight months ago Queen Elizabeth II (95) lost her husband Prince Philip (99, † 2021), now she has to cope with a heavy loss again. As reported by 24royal.de *, her confidante Ann Fortune FitzRoy died on December 3rd at the age of 101.
Queen Elizabeth II in deep mourning: your close friend has died
The death of Ann Fortune FitzRoy, Duchess of Grafton shakes the British palace. Until recently, the 101-year-old worked in the service of the crown. She was one of the most loyal employees of Queen Elizabeth II. * And stood by the monarch over the years not only as an employee, but also as a friend with advice and action.
In 1953, the year of Elizabeth’s coronation, FitzRoy accepted a position at court, according to media reports. At first she took on the duties of a chambermaid, in 1967 she became the “Mistress of the Robes” (the Queen’s chief steward). In this role, the Duchess took care of, among other things, the rosters of the ladies-in-waiting in Buckingham Palace *. Ann Fortune FitzRoy accompanied the Queen on official appointments and was also part of the royal entourage on state visits abroad.
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Queen Elizabeth II in deep mourning: The Queen and her court master were close
In 1980 the Queen named her companion the “Dame Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order”, thereby showing her appreciation and deep gratitude. The House Order honors people who have personally served the regent or a member of the British royal family *.
The two women are said to have had an intimate and friendly relationship. Queen Elizabeth II is the godmother of Ann Fortune’s daughter Virginia (67), who was a bridesmaid at the wedding of Princess Margaret (2002, † 71). Ann Fortune FitzRoy was married to Hugh FitzRoy, 11th Duke of Grafton (92, † 2011), the couple had five children together. * 24royal.de is an offer from IPPEN.MEDIA.
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