Yesterday, Buckingham Palace made the somber announcement of the passing of a member of the royal family, Thomas Kingston, the husband of Lady Gabriella. While the specifics surrounding his death remain undisclosed, a glimpse into the life of the late royal reveals a man of remarkable accomplishments and ties to the royal lineage.
At 45 years old, Thomas Kingston, a financier by profession, possessed a diverse and noteworthy background. Graduating from Bristol University with a degree in economic history, Kingston ventured into various roles throughout his career. Notably, he demonstrated a commitment to humanitarian efforts, participating in diplomatic missions in Iraq following the 2003 invasion, where he played a vital role in aiding Christian Iraqis in rebuilding their communities amidst challenging circumstances, including narrowly escaping a suicide bombing incident that claimed numerous lives. Upon his return to the U.K., Kingston embarked on a successful career in finance, eventually rising to the position of director at Davenport Capital.
Kingston’s introduction to Lady Gabriella unfolded through mutual acquaintances in 2014. Prior to his union with Lady Gabriella, Kingston was linked romantically with Pippa Middleton, sister of Kate Middleton, in 2011. Despite their prior connection, there appeared to be no tension, as evidenced by their amicable attendance at Pippa’s wedding to James Matthews in 2017. Thomas and Lady Gabriella’s engagement took place in late 2018 during a picturesque holiday on the Isle of Sark, followed by their marriage at the same venue where Meghan and Harry exchanged vows a year earlier. Their union, spanning nearly five years, was characterized by happiness and companionship, although the couple did not have any children.
In terms of royal lineage, Lady Gabriella’s father, Michael of Kent, maintains a familial connection to the late Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles as a first cousin once removed and a second cousin, respectively. Consequently, Lady Gabriella occupies the position of a second cousin to the King, further accentuating the complexities inherent in royal family trees. However, neither Lady Gabriella nor Thomas Kingston held royal titles, as Kingston married into the family and was not part of the royal bloodline.
Thomas Kingston’s passing leaves behind a legacy marked by his contributions to both his professional endeavors and his familial ties to the royal lineage.
