Royal families gathered in Athens to honor the memory of Prince Michael of Greece and Denmark

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Royal families gathered in Athens to honor the memory of Prince Michael of Greece and Denmark

Prince Michael of Greece and Denmark, a member of the Greek royal family and grandson of King George the First, passed away at the age of 85. The funeral was held in Athens, with Prince Paul, the head of the Greek royal house, acting as host. Queen Anne-Marie and the rest of the family attended the funeral, and Queen Sofia of Spain and her sister, Princess Irene, also paid their respects. Queen Sofia arrived with her sister, who was in poor health. Even though King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain couldn't attend due to official duties, they sent a wreath as a gesture of support. Prince Michael was a gifted writer and historian with an interesting background. He renounced his claim to the throne and married a commoner, Marina Carella. The burial took place in the Tatoi Cemetery, where other members of the Greek royal family are laid to rest.