Prince Heinrich of Prussia Celebrates 60th Birthday

On April 8, 2021, Prince Heinrich of Prussia celebrated his 60th birthday, marking a significant milestone in his life. As the youngest son of the late Crown Prince Rupprecht of Bavaria and Princess Antoinette of Luxembourg, Prince Heinrich has always been a private figure, shying away from the public eye. However, his dedication to his family and his heritage has not gone unnoticed, earning him a special place in the hearts of those who know him. Prince Heinrich's life has been a testament to his strong sense of duty and commitment to his family's legacy. Born into a royal family with a rich history, he has always been aware of the weight of responsibility that comes with being a member of the royal family. Throughout his life, Prince Heinrich has been involved in various charitable activities, supporting causes close to his heart and honoring his family's traditions. As he celebrates this milestone birthday, it is a fitting tribute to his life of service and dedication to his family's heritage.

Today, Prince Heinrich of Hannover turns sixty years-old!

Prince Ernst August and Princess Ortrud of Hannover with their six children, 1963. Photograph (c) Prince Heinrich of Hannover.

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Born on 29 April 1961 at Hannover, Prince Heinrich Julius Christian Otto Friedrich Franz Anton Günter of Hannover was the third son and sixth and last child of Prince Ernst August of Hannover (1914-1987) and Princess Ortrud of Schleswig-Holstein (1925-1980), who married in 1951. Heinrich had five older siblings: Princess Marie (b.1954; married Count Michael von Hochberg), Prince Ernst August (b.1954; married 1st Chantal Hochuli; married 2nd Princess Caroline of Monaco), Prince Ludwig Rudolph (1955-1988; married Countess Isabella von Thurn und Valsassina-Como-Vercelli), Princess Olga (b.1958), and Princess Alexandra (b.1959; married Fürst Alexander zu Leiningen). From his father Ernst August's earlier relationship with Baroness Maria Anna von Humboldt-Dachroeden (1916-2003; ex-wife of Prince Hubertus of Prussia), Heinrich has an older half-brother Christian Freiherr von Humboldt-Dachroeden (b.1943).

The wedding of Prince Heinrich and Princess Thyra of Hannover, 1999. Photograph (c) Getty Images/Franziska Krug

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In 1999, Prince Heinrich of Hannover married Thuringian aristocrat Thyra von Westernhagen (b.14 August 1973), the daughter of Burghard von Westernhagen and Uta Maria von Pape. The couple have three children: Prince Albert (b.1999), Princess Eugenia (b.2001), and Prince Julius (b.2006). From an earlier relationship with Desirée Nick (b.1960), Heinrich has a son: Oscar Prinz von Hannover (b.1996; né Nick). 

Princess Thyra, Prince Heinrich, and their son Prince Albert of Hannover attend the 2017 wedding of Heinrich's nephew Hereditary Prince Ernst August and Ekaterina Malysheva. Photograph (c) Getty Images/Gisela Schober.

Prince Heinrich of Hanover founded, owns and manages the publishing company MatrixMedia Verlag in Göttingen.

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Many happy returns to Prince Heinrich!

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As we conclude our reflection on the 60th birthday of Prince Heinrich of Prussia, we are reminded of the significance of this milestone in his life. It is a testament to his dedication to his family and his heritage, as well as his commitment to the causes he supports. Throughout his life, Prince Heinrich of Prussia has been a private figure, yet his impact on those around him has been profound. His life is a shining example of the importance of family, duty, and service to others.

As we wish Prince Heinrich of Prussia a happy 60th birthday, we are reminded of the many ways in which he has made a difference in the world. His life is a testament to the power of quiet dedication and the importance of honoring one's heritage. We hope that his story will continue to inspire others to follow in his footsteps, and that his legacy will live on for generations to come.