Princess Maria Galitzine, a descendant of the Habsburg dynasty, led a fascinating life that spanned continents and cultures. Her story is one of royal lineage, artistic pursuits, and a tragically early end.

Wiki/Biography

Born on Wednesday, May 11, 1988, in Luxembourg, Princess Maria Galitzine was a Taurus. She received her education at the German School of Moscow before attending the College of Art and Design in Belgium.

Physical Appearance

• Height (approx.): 5’7″
• Eye Colour: Hazel Blue
• Hair Colour: Blonde

Family

Hailing from the renowned Habsburg dynasty, her family history is rich and complex. Her great-grandparents faced exile from Austria after World War I. Her great-grandfather was the notable Charles I of Austria, who passed away in 1922. Her great-grandmother, Zita, lived to the age of 96.

Parents & Siblings

Her father, Prince Piotr Galitzine, is a Russian aristocrat. Her mother, Archduchess Maria Anna, is the daughter of Archduke Rudolf of Austria, the youngest son of Emperor Charles I and Empress Zita of Bourbon-Parma. Princess Maria had a large family including three sisters: Princess Xenia, Princess Tatiana, and Princess Alexandra; and two brothers, Prince Dimitri and Prince Ionn Teimouraz.

Relationships, Husband & Children

She married the celebrated Indian-origin chef, Rishi Roop Singh, on April 22, 2018. Interestingly, her son, Maxim, was born on February 10, 2018, several weeks before the wedding.

Career

Following her graduation, she embarked on a career as an interior designer, working in both Brussels and Chicago before eventually settling in Houston.

Death

Tragically, Princess Maria Galitzine passed away on May 4, 2020, in Houston due to a sudden cardiac aneurysm. She was laid to rest at Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery in Houston.

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