Thailand’s Queen Mother Sirikit, Mother of King Maha Vajiralongkorn, Dies at 93
The Royal Household Bureau confirmed the passing of Queen Mother Sirikit, a beloved figure in Thailand and widow of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
🇹🇭 Queen Mother Sirikit of Thailand Dies at Age 93
Queen Mother Sirikit of Thailand, the mother of King Maha Vajiralongkorn and the widow of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, has died at the age of 93, the Royal Household Bureau announced Saturday.
The Queen Mother passed away peacefully in Bangkok, where she had been receiving medical care. The palace is expected to release details of memorial and funeral arrangements in the coming days.
A Symbol of Grace and Service
Born Sirikit Kitiyakara in 1932, she became Queen Consort in 1950 upon her marriage to King Bhumibol. Throughout her life, Queen Sirikit was revered for her devotion to Thailand’s people, her humanitarian work, and her efforts to preserve traditional Thai arts and culture.
She was widely seen as a symbol of unity and compassion, earning the affectionate title of “Mother of the Nation.”
National Mourning and Legacy
Following the Queen Mother Sirikit death, Thailand is expected to enter an official period of mourning, with flags flown at half-staff and tributes pouring in from across the country and abroad.
Her passing marks the end of an era for many Thais who remember her as one of the longest-serving and most respected members of the royal family.
Summary
The death of Queen Mother Sirikit at age 93 has deeply saddened the Thai nation. As the matriarch of the Thai monarchy, her influence extended far beyond royal circles, leaving a legacy of grace, cultural pride, and lifelong dedication to the Thai people.
