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More details have come to light surrounding Rosie Roche’s untimely death.
Just over a week after the granddaughter of Princess Diana’s uncle, who is also a cousin of Prince William and Prince Harry, died at her Norton home at 20 years old, a coroner confirmed to The Independent that the cause of death was a “traumatic head injury.”
As revealed during an inquest into Roche’s death held on July 21 at Wiltshire and Swindon coroner’s court, per The Times, the college student was found at the property by her mother and sister after she had been packing her bags to go away with friends. According to the outlet, a firearm was also found nearby.
Area coroner Grant Davies added at the time, per The Times, that police “have deemed the death as non-suspicious” and that “there was no third-party involvement.”
E! News has reached out to local police, the royal family and the coroner’s office for comment but has not heard back.
The case has reportedly been adjourned until October 25.
“This relates to the sudden death of a woman in her 20s,” Wilshire police told the outlet. “There are no suspicious circumstances and our thoughts are with her family.”
“We would ask,” authorities continued, “that their privacy is respected at this terrible time.”
The news surrounding Roche’s passing broke two days prior to the inquest when The Yorkshire Post announced in a notice that “Roche, Rosie Jeanne Burke died on Monday 14th July 2025.”
“Darling daughter of Hugh and Pippa,” the obituary read, “incredible sister to Archie and Agatha, Granddaughter to Derek and Rae Long.”
The announcement also noted that a private family funeral and memorial service would be held at a later date.
Roche was a first-year student studying English literature at Durham University, per The Times, and following her passing, the principal of the school’s University College Wendy Powers shared that staff and students alike were “extremely saddened” by her sudden passing.
“Rosie had settled into the university and college beautifully and had lots of friends,” she told the outlet. “She was loved for her creativity, energy, her love of books, poetry and travel among many other talents. She will be sorely missed.”
Before going to university, Roche had attended St Mary’s Calne, a girls’ independent boarding and day school in Wiltshire.
“Rosie was a cherished member of our community,” the school wrote in a statement, per The Times, “and she will be remembered with great affection by all who had the privilege of knowing her.”
“When we return for the new term,” the statement continued, “we will hold a time of reflection in her memory to honour her life and the wonderful impact she had on those around her.”
Police seen at home of Prince William and Harry’s cousin
Rosie Roche, 20, a cousin of Princes William and Harry, was found dead at her family home in Foxley, Wiltshire, on July 14. Police and emergency services attended the scene, where a firearm was found nearby, and her death was declared non-suspicious. Rosie, a Durham University student, had been preparing for a trip with friends when she was discovered by her mother and sister. An inquest has been opened and adjourned until October 25.
Prince Harry Revealed What ‘Breaks’ His Heart as a Father After Reports William Plans to Strip Archie & Lilibet of Their Royal Titles
Prince Harry has been trying to keep Princess Diana’s memory alive and continue with her legacy. That’s partly why he set out on a tour of Angola to recreate the walk that Princess Diana took across an Angola minefield in 1997. This is a continuing trend, as Prince Harry also did this in 2019 and 2024.
“As a father to young children, it breaks my heart to see innocent children still living and playing next to minefields,” the Duke of Sussex said in a statement. “All of us have a duty to protect children and future generations from the harms of war, both present and past.”
“This commitment is about more than removing deadly devices. It’s about unlocking potential in a country that has so much — enabling children to walk to school safely, allowing farmers to grow crops, attracting sustainable development and bringing back wildlife tourism,” he added.
Harry has previously called continuing his mother’s work in the region a “responsibility” he takes seriously. The Halo Trust, the organization Prince Harry is working with, has cleared 120,000 landmines in Angola that were left over from years of civil war.
Prince Harry previously told The Telegraph that Prince Archie requested to see footage of Princess Diana’s original walk that Harry recreated. “Archie was asking about landmines, so I was talking about how some of these guys were blown up,” Harry told the outlet. “Interestingly, it gave me a chance to talk about my mum, his grandma, which I didn’t even really consider, so that became the outcome of the story for him,” he added.
According to Harry, Archie “wanted to see videos and photographs of his Grandma Diana out doing her thing for landmines all those years ago. It produced a very interesting conversation between me and him, different to what I thought it would be.”
The humanitarian push comes as new reports indicate Prince Harry might be closer to reconciliation with his estranged father, King Charles, than ever. Aides for the two met recently, and Harry has been open about his desire to patch things up with both his father and his brother.
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However, this new development doesn’t seem to include Prince William. And recent reports indicate the future King is ready to take big steps when he becomes King, with a friend telling The Daily Beast about Harry and Meghan Markle’s titles, “They have asked the Sussexes politely to stop using the style, to no avail, so I imagine William will simply issue new letters patent to formally remove the entire family’s right to use HRH when he becomes king.”
A former courtier even told the outlet, “Charles may not want this fight, but William despises Harry and Meghan at this stage, and when he is king, his fury will rain down on them.”
Whether that changes after recent reports that the two sides are trying to patch things up is anybody’s guess, but for now, it seems like things cannot be fixed between the brothers, even if Prince Harry and King Charles do end up reconciling.
Princess Diana’s Family Guide: Meet Her 3 Siblings, Sons Prince William and Prince Harry, More
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The late royal was the youngest daughter of John Spencer and Frances Shand Kydd. Diana grew up with two older sisters, Lady Sarah McCorquodale and Lady Jane Fellowes, and a younger brother, Charles Spencer. Before Diana was born, her parents also welcomed a son named John Spencer in 1960. However, he tragically died hours after his birth.
Diana’s parents called it quits in 1969 and her father received custody of her and her siblings.
Diana married King Charles III in 1981, and they welcomed sons Prince William and Prince Harry in June 1982 and September 1984, respectively. The couple divorced in 1996, and Diana died in a fatal car accident in Paris the following year.
Diana’s family was back in the spotlight in July 2025 when news broke that her uncle Edmund Roche’s granddaughter Rosie Roche died at age 20.
Despite enduring tragedy, Diana’s love and legacy is alive and well thanks to her siblings, sons and now grandchildren.
For more updates on the royal family, keep reading.
Queen Camilla Makes History with New Royal Title
One day before her 78th birthday, the royal received the title of Vice Admiral of the United Kingdom from the Royal Navy.
Camilla is the first woman to hold the honorary title, which can only be appointed by the sovereignin this case, her husband King Charles III—on the nomination of the First Sea Lord, who is currently Sir Gwyn Jenkins.
Kate Middleton Pulls Out of Royal Ascot
The Princess of Wales pulled out of a planned appearance at the Royal Ascot hours before she was set to return to the annual horse race alongside, Kensington Palace confirmed to NBC News.
According to the palace, Kate was disappointed to have to miss the event but is still figuring out the right balance for herself when it comes to completing public engagements following her cancer battle.
Prince Harry Loses Appeal to Dismiss Decision in His Security Protection Case
Over one year after the High Court denied additional security protection through the Royal and VIP Executive Committee, Prince Harry’s legal fight ended when the courts dismissed the case May 2.
His and Meghan Markle’s security was lessened after they stepped back as working members of the royal family in 2021 and moved to the United States. However, in the years that followed, Harry had requested security while visiting the U.K.
The Duke of Sussex told the BBC May 2 that he was “devastated” about losing his legal battle. He emphasized, “I can’t see a world in which I would bring my wife and children back to the UK at this point.”
Prince Harry and King Charles III Are Not Speaking
Harry told the BBC May 2 that his father King Charles III won’t speak to him “because of this security stuff,” but added that “it would be nice to reconcile.”
King Charles III Shares Insight Into His Cancer Diagnosis
Over one year after King Charles shared his cancer diagnosis, he wrote April 29 that his health journey and cancer treatment are experiences that bring “into sharp focus the very best of humanity.”
“Each diagnosis, each new case, will be a daunting and at times frightening experience for those individuals and their loved ones,” Charles wrote in the booklet for the reception to provide resources for those with cancer. “But as one among those statistics myself, I can vouch for the fact that it can also be an experience that brings into sharp focus the very best of humanity.”
He also thanked healthcare workers who helped him amid his journey, adding, “It has certainly given me an even deeper appreciation of the extraordinary work undertaken by the remarkable organisations and individuals gathered here this evening, many of whom I have known, visited and supported over the years.”+
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The Duke and Duchess of Westminster Expecting Their First Baby
Hugh Grosvenor, who is King Charles III’s godson, and his wife Olivia Grosvenor announced March 12 that she is pregnant with their first baby.
“The duchess is expecting a baby in the summer,” a spokesperson told The Telegraph. “The couple are delighted with the news and are very much looking forward to starting a family together.”
Luxembourg’s Prince Fredrik Dies at 22
Prince Frederik—the son of Prince Robert and his wife Princess Julie—died March 1 at 22 years old after a battle with PolG mitochondrial disease, a rare genetic disorder.
“Frederik knows that he is my Superhero, as he is to all of our family, and to so very many good friends and now in great part thanks to his PolG Foundation, to so very many people the world over,” Robert said in a statement. “Part of his superpower was his ability to inspire and to lead by example.”
Prince Harry Reaches Settlement in U.K. Tabloids Lawsuit
The Duke of Sussex reached a settlement with News Group Newspapers—which is responsible for The Sun as well as the now defunct News of the World—on Jan. 22 after suing the organization in 2019 over alleged unlawful actions on the part of journalists and private investigators working for the newspapers to obtain information on the royal family.
The deal included the company paying “substantial damages,” as well as issuing a “full and unequivocal apology” to Harry and public acknowledgement of “the extensive coverage and serious intrusion into his private life as well as the private life of Diana, Princess of Wales,” per NBC News.
Kate Middleton Is in Remission After Finishing Chemotherapy for Cancer
The Princess of Wales announced on Jan. 14 that she’s in remission after complete cancer treatments.
“It is a relief to now be in remission and I remain focused on recovery,” she wrote in a message on X, formerly Twitter, Jan. 14. “As anyone who has experienced a cancer diagnosis will know, it takes time to adjust to a new normal.”
“I am however looking forward to a fulfilling year ahead,” she continued. “There is much to look forward to.”
Meghan Markle’s Longtime Dog Guy Dies
The Duchess of Sussex mourned the death of her beloved rescue beagle, who she adopted in 2015 before meeting husband Prince Harry.
She wrote on Instagram Jan. 7, “I have cried too many tears to count – the type of tears that make you get in the shower with the absurd hope that the running water on your face will somehow make you not feel them, or pretend they’re not there. But they are. And that’s okay too.”
“Thank you for so many years of unconditional love, my sweet Guy,” Meghan added. “You filled my life in ways you’ll never know.”
Prince William Mourns Death of Former Nanny’s Stepson
Edward “Ed” Pettifer—stepson of Prince William and Prince Harry’s former nanny Alexandra Pettifer, also known as Tiggy Legge-Bourke—was one of the victims of the New Year’s Day terrorist attack in New Orleans.
“Catherine and I have been shocked and saddened by the tragic death of Ed Pettifer,” William said in a message posted on Kate Middleton’s Instagram Stories Jan. 4. “Our thoughts and prayers remain with the Pettifer family and all those innocent people who have been tragically impacted by this horrific attack.”
Meghan Markle Rejoins Instagram to Reveal New Netflix Show
The Suits alum—who shut down her personal social media accounts shortly before her 2018 wedding to Prince Harry—debuted a solo Instagram page on Jan. 1.
Prince George Is Turning 12! See the Best Photo from Every Year of His Royal Life
The preteen prince had a charmed childhood as Kate Middleton and Prince William prepare him for the destiny ahead
Prince George is growing up! The heir to the throne turns 12 on July 22 and will likely ring in the special occasion with his family. Prince William and Kate Middleton’s eldest son may be king one day, but the Prince and Princess of Wales have worked to ensure he still has a normal childhood largely outside of the royal spotlight.
In honor of Prince George’s latest milestone, look back at the best photos throughout the years.
2013
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Kate Middleton and Prince William leave the hospital with newborn Prince George in July 2013.
On July 22, 2013, Prince William and Kate Middleton welcomed their first child. Keeping with royal tradition, the proud parents posed for a photo call outside the hospital the following day to introduce the world to the new addition to the line of succession to the throne (when he was born, George was third in line behind his grandfather Charles and father William).
The little prince’s name was soon announced as George Alexander Louis, likely a tribute to the regnal name of Queen Elizabeth’s father, King George VI.
2014
From his mom’s arms, Prince George took in the Sensational Butterflies exhibit at the Natural History Museum in London in July 2014.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, as William and Kate were styled at the time, released the shot in honor of their son’s first birthday, kicking off a tradition that would continue ever since and eventually extend to his siblings.
2015
In an especially memorable image from Prince George’s toddler days, the almost 2-year-old royal animatedly chatted with his great-grandmother Queen Elizabeth at the 2015 christening of his sister, Princess Charlotte.
2016
Prince George stole hearts with a darling double wave while visiting Canada with his family in October 2016 at age 3.
2016
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Prince George tries a candy cane as he leaves church in Bucklebury on Christmas in 2016.
Is there anything cuter than a tiny prince enjoying Christmas?
2017
Prince George had another iconic photo moment when he explored a helicopter with Prince William during a royal tour of Germany on the eve of his 4th birthday.
2018
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Prince George plays at a polo match in Gloucester in 2018.
The little prince bounded around the grounds of the Beaufort Polo Club during one of his dad’s matches a few weeks before his 5th birthday.
2019
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are very pleased to share a photograph of Prince George and Princess Charlotte at Kensington Palace this morning.
The photo was taken shortly before Their Royal Highnesses left for Thomas’s Battersea ✏️📚🏫 pic.twitter.com/oiMKArFQnd
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) September 5, 2019
Prince George and Princess Charlotte matched in uniforms on the steps of Kensington Palace on an important morning: their first day at the same school! The sweet bond between George, then 6, and Charlotte, then 4, was evident as they posed close together before heading off to Thomas’s Battersea in September 2019.
“They are close in age, and they spend so much time together,” a source told PEOPLE at the time. “Playdates [with outsiders] can be tricky, so they learn to lean on each other.”
2020
George joined dad William, mom Kate, sister Charlotte and little brother Louis to support the “Clap for Carers” campaign during the coronavirus pandemic. The royal family applauded frontline workers from Amner Hall, their country home in Norfolk, in a special appearance that aired on the BBC.
2021
Prince George was treated to a soccer game on a school night a few weeks before his 8th birthday to watch England and Germany play their Euro 2020 match at Wembley Stadium.
The little prince (who has inherited his father’s love of football, as the sport is known in Europe) proved to be a lucky charm, and England advanced to the quarterfinals.
2022
Prince George looked at Queen Elizabeth with love during the royal family’s appearance on the balcony of Buckingham Palace on the final day of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations in June 2022.
The picture was even more poignant as it caught four generations of royalty — including heirs Prince William and then-Prince Charles — in one frame.
“That’s an extra dynamic you have with royal photos, you have that deeper historical context which makes these moments so important to capture,” explained royal photographer Chris Jackson, who was behind the lens, on the Hello! A Right Royal podcast. “As a photographer, you do feel the pressure of that history and you don’t want to bugger it up, basically.”
2023
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Prince George and King Charles smile on the stand on the balcony of Buckingham Palace on Charles’ historic coronation day.
Nine-year-old George served as a Page of Honor at the coronation of his grandfather King Charles on May 6. The young prince, who is now second in line to the throne following the death of Queen Elizabeth in September 2022, helped carry the King’s robes during the crowning ceremony at Westminster Abbey and flashed a grin while leaving the balcony of Buckingham Palace balcony behind his grandfather.
“He was terrific,” a close family friend tells PEOPLE of George’s part.
2024
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Prince George and Princess Charlotte attend Trooping the Colour on June 15, 2024
The preteen prince joined the royal family at Trooping the Colour on June 15, 2024, sporting a suit and tie for the annual celebration of the British monarch’s birthday.
He’s Got the Look
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Prince George at Wimbledon
At 12, Prince George already has a deep understanding of sports drama — he was utterly invested in the Jannik Sinner vs. Carlos Alcaraz match-up at Wimbledon this year.
