Princess Donata of Prussia has died aged 73 following a "long illness", it has been announced. The princess, who was the great-grandaughter of Wilhelm II, the last German Emperor, was considered one of the top equestrian journalists.
The House of Hohenzollern, Germany's former Royal Family, has issued a statement expressing its "deep sorrow" over the news. They said: "With deep sorrow, the House of Hohenzollern bids farewell to Princess Donata of Prussia (1952–2026).
"After a long illness, she passed away on 25 February at the age of 73. She was a great-granddaughter of the last German Emperor, Wilhelm II, and the daughter of Wilhelm Karl, Prince of Prussia, Herrenmeister (Master of the Knights) of the Order of St John."
