US EditionThailand's Queen Mother Sirikit Has Died at Age 93
Queen Sirikit, revered as the 'Mother of the Nation,' died at 93 after a blood infection; a year-long royal mourning period was declared by King Vajiralongkorn.
- Thailand's Queen Mother Sirikit died at age 93, according to a statement from the Royal Household.
- She suffered from a blood infection and other health issues, leading to her hospitalization for ongoing medical care.
- King Vajiralongkorn has ordered a royal funeral for her and declared a year-long mourning period.
- Sirikit was known for her dedication to rural development, women's empowerment, and preserving traditional Thai arts.
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Following the official announcement of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother of Thailand, and the mourning guidelines issued by the Prime Minister's Office, the Miss Universe 2025 organization confirmed that the pageant will go on as scheduled, from November 2 to 21 in Thailand.
The former monarch and mother of King Rama X died at the age of 93.
Grief in Thailand: After more than 60 years at the side of her husband, King Bhumibol, Queen Sirikit has died. Millions of Thais bow down to the woman who was once celebrated as the "most beautiful queen in the world" and remained a symbol of elegance, strength and tradition until the very end.
The long-time Thai queen Sirikit is dead.
Queen Sirikit suffered a stroke in 2012, after which she was rarely seen in public.
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