Princess Theodora of Greece is about to collect her closest family and friends in Athens for her wedding with Matthew Kumar on 28 September, however there’s one particular visitor who will not be in attendance.
The nuptials will mark the primary Greek royal wedding since Theodora’s father King Constantine died in January 2023.
Theodora had deliberate to get married in May 2020 however postponed her massive day to spring 2023 following the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic. Since her second tried wedding would have taken place simply months after her father’s passing, the bride-to-be as soon as once more pushed again the date to permit the household time to grieve.
The late King will probably be on the forefront of Theodora’s thoughts on her wedding day, particularly since she will be lacking out on many particular moments, together with him accompanying her down the aisle and becoming a member of her for a father-daughter dance.
King Constantine’s demise
© GettyPrince Philip’s cousin King Constantine handed away on 10 January 2023 aged 82 along with his spouse Queen Anne-Marie and 5 youngsters Princess Alexia, Crown Prince Pavlos, Prince Nikolaos, Princess Theodora and Prince Philippos by his aspect.
Constantine had been affected by sick well being for a number of years and was being handled on the personal Hygeia Hospital in Athens.
© Aristidis Vafeiadakis/ZUMA Press Wire/ShutterstockAn official assertion learn: “It is with deep sadness that the Royal Family announces that HM King Constantine, beloved husband, father, and brother, passed away yesterday, January 10, 2023, while being treated at ‘HYGEIA’ hospital in Greece. Details will follow regarding his funeral procession and burial.”
Princess Anne, Lady Gabriella Kingston, Queen Margrethe of Denmark and King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain had been among the many royals who travelled to the Metropolitan Cathedral in Athens for the previous King of Greece’s funeral.
The cathedral can also be set to play host to The Bold and the Beautiful actress Theodora and American lawyer Matthew’s wedding.
Theodora’s wedding plans
© Milos BicanskiGuests akin to Queen Sofia of Spain are anticipated to collect at 5:30 pm to observe the couple trade vows in Athens.
Princess Theodora beforehand admitted she turned to Celia Kritharioti for her bridal gown, a Greek designer recognized for her princess silhouettes, female lace and closely embellished designs.
Since it has been 4 years since she first meant to stroll down the aisle, it isn’t recognized if she has saved her authentic robe or tweaked the design.
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