King Charles' Cousin's Husband Found Dead at 45: Tragic Cause of Death Revealed

In a tragic turn of events, Thomas Kingston, the husband of King Charles' cousin, was found dead with a "traumatic head wound" and a gun by his side at his parents' home in the Cotswolds. The news emerged during the opening of an inquest at Gloucestershire Coroner’s Court.

On the afternoon of February 25, Kingston enjoyed lunch with his parents at their home. Following the meal, his father left to walk the dogs, only to return and discover Kingston missing from the house. Approximately 30 minutes later, Kingston's mother set out to search for him.

As time passed, Kingston's father decided to investigate further. After failing to reach his son, he broke into a locked outbuilding. Inside, Kingston lay badly injured, with a firearm nearby. Emergency services rushed to the scene, but despite their efforts to save him, he died.

"He found Mr. Kingston deceased with a catastrophic head injury. A gun was present at the scene. Emergency services were called. Police are satisfied the death is not suspicious," stated senior coroner Katy Skerrett in the court.

Dr. Jones, a consulting histopathologist, has carried out a post-mortem examination. The doctor gave an initial diagnosis suggesting that a severe head injury was the cause of death.

"Having been satisfied with identification, the initial cause of death, and the brief circumstances surrounding Mr. Kingston's death, I can formally open this inquest. I now adjourn it to a date to be fixed. That concludes the opening of the inquest into the death of Thomas Henry Robin Kingston," the statement concluded.

As previously reported on February 28, 2024:

In somber news, the royal family is grieving the untimely loss of Thomas Kingston—husband to Lady Gabriella and son-in-law to Prince and Princess Michael of Kent. According to reports, Thomas was found dead at a residence in Gloucestershire; he was 45 years old.

Authorities were called to the scene on Sunday evening and confirmed that there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death. They also clarified that no one else was involved in his passing.

Lady Gabriella and her late husband's family issued a statement by way of Buckingham Palace that commemorated Thomas's life. Their message read, "Tom was an exceptional man who lit up the lives of all who knew him."

The beloved royal's passing has been described as a “great shock,” and has left the royal family and their extended social circles in mourning. King Charles III and Queen Camilla have extended their "most heartfelt thoughts and prayers" to Thomas's family during this significantly challenging time.

As reported by someone a media outlet deems a Buckingham Palace spokesperson, the King and Queen of England also expressed that they stand in solidarity with Prince Michael—the grandson of King George V and cousin of the late Queen Elizabeth II—, his wife and everyone who knew Thomas as they grieve the beloved family member.

Thomas's personal ties to the royal family expand back to a time before he met and married Lady Gabriella. Years ago, he dated Princess Catherine's younger sister, Pippa Middleton.

Despite ending their relationship sometime around 2011, Thomas and Pippa remained friends. He even attended Pippa and her husband, James Matthew's wedding in 2017 with Lady Gabriella and in turn, Pippa was a guest at Thomas and Lady Gabriella's wedding in 2019.

More than just the former doting wife of a financier, Lady Gabriella is quite accomplished in her professional life. In addition to being a writer, singer, and songwriter, she holds a BA in Comparative Literature from Brown University and an MPhil in Social Anthropology from Oxford.

Her work spans contributions to The London Magazine and initiatives with Latin American partners in the arts and conservation sectors. In 2020, she released her first jazz music project in an effort to support the Playing for Change Foundation.

Drawing back to the recent ongoings of the British royal family, aside from the tragic news of Thomas's passing, the royal family has been navigating a series of personal and health-related challenges recently. Communication from a media outlet stipulated that Prince William withdrew from attending a memorial service for the late former King Constantine of Greece, where he was set to give a reading.

Kensington Palace explained that his reason involved a "personal matter." However, it was clarified that Prince William's matter is no cause for concern. Nonetheless, Queen Camilla attended and led the charge for her family at the service.

This news follows a succession of royal health concerns, including Princess Catherine's recovery from abdominal surgery and King Charles III's cancer treatment.

As previously reported on February 8:

Hours ago, a video of Prince William was posted online in which he addressed the recent health news concerning King Charles III and Princess Catherine. The Prince of Wales attended a benefit during which he thanked people for their well wishes and kind words.

This is the first time Prince William has commented on the King of England's cancer diagnosis and the Princess of Wales' abdominal surgery. During the speech he gave, Prince William highlighted how much the overwhelming support the royal family has received means to them.

He went on to divulge, "It's fair to say the past few weeks have had a rather medical focus. So I thought I'd come to an Air Ambulance function to get away from it all." The public has reacted with concern for the Prince's appearance and continues to pray for him and his family.

Speaking of Prince William, one person noted, "His eyes look very sad." Another commented, "Prince William looked like he lost some weight. I'm sure this has been a very stressful time for him and his family."

Someone else stated, "William has been through so much. But he is strong." Another fan expressed, "Good to see you back Prince William. You have a lot on your plate, and still carry yourself with grace and dignity! ❤️ Praying for The King and Princess Catherine 🙏🏼🙏🏼."

Another social media user wrote, "All class, no doubt the last few weeks have taken a toll." A fan praised, "What a great speech, William, always charming and grateful 😍[sic]." Someone else encouraged, "I am 81, and I am a survivor of cancer. So there is hope for the King to survive his cancer."

Many believe King Charles III will emerge victorious from his cancer battle and remain faithful, including royal biographer Robert Hardman. Regarding the King's cancer, Robert disclosed, "He's a fighter and has an inner steel."

Until then, the King's valiant eldest son has stepped up to undertake some of his father's duties. However, King Charles does not want his son to be burdened by the pressures that come along with the responsibilities of stepping up.

According to a source who spoke to a news outlet, King Charles III has always been the kind of father who did not want to put royal pressure on his children too early. Additionally, no plans have been made yet to appoint Counsellors of State to act on the King of England's behalf.

As previously reported on February 5:

King Charles is confronting a new health challenge, following a recent procedure for an enlarged prostate. Buckingham Palace announced on Monday that the 75-year-old monarch has been diagnosed with cancer. During the procedure for benign prostate enlargement, doctors discovered the cancer as well.

His Majesty has begun a regular treatment schedule and has been advised to postpone public-facing duties. He will, however, continue to handle state business and official paperwork as usual.

The King expressed his gratitude towards his medical team for their prompt intervention, made possible by his recent hospital visit. He remains optimistic about his treatment and aims to return to full public duties soon.

King Charles has chosen to publicize his diagnosis to prevent speculation and hopes it will help increase public understanding of cancer. The monarch is determined to assist others affected by the disease.

The public has rallied on social media to express support and wishes for King Charles following the announcement of his cancer diagnosis. Comments like "Get well soon your Majesty, prayers for your recovery" underscore the concern and hope for the monarch's swift recuperation.

Voices from around the world are reaching out, with one user stating, "My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family." This sentiment reflects the global community's solidarity with the British royal family during this time.

As previously reported on January 30:

As a positive update on the health situation of the King of England, King Charles III has been discharged from The London Clinic. He walked out of the hospital, hand-in-hand with his beloved wife, Queen Camilla, on the afternoon of his discharge.

The King spent three nights at the clinic, where he received care after undergoing prostate surgery. Footage showed the happy couple, dressed smartly, smiling at the cameras as His Majesty The King waved to the public before getting into their car.

Before King Charles III exited the hospital, Queen Camilla visited him a few times while he was still there. People who saw the video of the King leaving the hospital reacted differently. One person expressed, "He looks very thin."

Another said, "Looks very healthy. But he needs more rest. Hope he finds a quiet spot for a few weeks. Scotland would be perfect 👌😊," while a third social media user who was pleased by the King's appearance stated, "Impressed that His Majesty is walking so smoothly."

King Charles III's hospital release comes just after it was announced that the Princess of Wales also left The London Clinic and returned home, where she continues to recover from her abdominal surgery.

As we continue to follow this unfolding story, a look back at our previous article provides further insights into the Queen's unwavering support for her husband, the King, as previously reported on January 29:

Since his hospitalization, footage and pictures of Queen Camilla visiting her husband, King Charles III, have sparked online buzz. So far, the Queen has been seen visiting His Majesty The King three times.

Following his corrective surgery, King Charles III has been recovering at the same hospital where the Princess of Wales, Princess Catherine, is. During her first visit, a smiling Queen Camilla adorned a navy dress as she left the hospital and entered her car.

A video of her second visit showed her royal driver and security team escorting her from The London Clinic. She was dressed in a green and white ensemble. Many had differing opinions when social media users saw Queen Camilla during her visits.

One person felt strongly about Queen Camilla's visits being her obligation as the King's wife. They expressed, "These shouldn't be the news headline because it was her duty as his wife to visit the husband." Another asserted, "Camilla should say very short words concerning her husband. Bizarre." Someone else noted, "Her eyes aren't smiling."

Despite the opinions of some, others praised Queen Camilla and continued to send their well wishes to the King. One fan gushed, "The King is lucky to have such a devoted Queen by his side ❤️❤️❤️❤️."

Another wrote, "Well, I noticed she had a smile on her face. I hope all is well. Hope the King gets discharged soon." Someone else stated, "He has always been the love of her life and vice versa."

Before her recent trips to the hospital, Queen Camilla gave a quick update on how her beloved husband has been doing since his operation. In a TikTok video, she divulged, "He's fine, thank you very much. He's looking forward to getting back to work."

The 15-second-long video ends with the Queen walking away from the person who asked her how King Charles III was doing and showed her going to address a group of children.

As previously reported on January 26:

King Charles III and Princess of Wales Kate Middleton are facing health issues, leading to the postponement of their royal engagements. Kate underwent a planned abdominal surgery and will be in a London hospital for two weeks from January 16, 2024.

Both senior royals have had to reschedule their previously arranged public commitments in the coming weeks. Kate, married to Prince William, the heir to the throne, is expected to make a full recovery.

King Charles III was also set to undergo a corrective procedure on January 26, 2024. Buckingham Palace announced on January 17, 2024, that the procedure was for the King's enlarged prostate but that his condition was benign.

The King was photographed ahead of his planned operation on his way from Clarence House to a London clinic. He went into the same clinic where Kate underwent surgery and even passed by to visit his daughter-in-law. After he was admitted, a spokesperson for Buckingham Palace said the King thanked all who sent him good wishes.

The public has sent love and prayers to the Princess and the King as they start their respective recovery journeys. "❤️‍🙏 to both," one person wrote. The public also wished the two a "speedy recovery." "Wishing King Charles and Princess Catherine a speedy recovery. God Save The King and Catherine of Wales," another person said.

The Princess and His Majesty's health updates were given to avoid speculation if they both fail to attend upcoming events or if some occasions are canceled. A spokesperson for King Charles III also announced the postponement of his public engagements during his recovery.

Several events on the royal family's agenda, including visits by foreign dignitaries and members of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Cabinet to Dumfries House in Scotland, have already been rescheduled.

The Princess of Wales and the King are expected to recover fully and resume their public engagements. Still, as they recuperate, they can count on the public's well-wishes for a speedy recovery.