Remembering Prince Eric of Bourbon-Parma: A Life of Royalty and Legacy (1953-2021)

The world of European royalty has been struck by a profound loss with the passing of Prince Eric of Bourbon-Parma, who succumbed to cancer on January 20, 2021, at the age of sixty-seven. Born in Copenhagen on August 28, 1953, Prince Eric was the eldest son of Prince Michel of Bourbon-Parma and Princess Yolande de Broglie, and his life was marked by a rich heritage of nobility and a deep connection to the European aristocracy. Prince Eric's life was not without its challenges, having faced the difficulties of a high-profile divorce from his cousin, Countess Lydia of Holstein-Ledreborg, in 1999. Despite these challenges, he continued to be a prominent figure in European society, known for his strong sense of family and his dedication to his children, whom he had with Countess Lydia. His passing leaves behind a legacy of love, loyalty, and a deep commitment to his heritage, which will be remembered by those who knew him and those who admired him from afar1.

Prince Eric of Bourbon-Parma in Palm Beach, 2018.

Today, at an event in Paris commemorating the death of King Louis XVI of France, Prince Charles Emmanuel of Bourbon-Parma announced that his older brother Prince Eric had recently died. Having been ill with cancer for some time, Eric of Bourbon-Parma passed away on 20 January 2021 at 11:55pm at the Palm Beach home of his partner Veronica Boswell. The prince was sixty-seven years-old.

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Born at Copenhagen on 28 August 1953, Prince Eric (also known as Erik) Marie Joseph René Michel Pierre of Bourbon-Parma was the first son and second child of Prince Michel of Bourbon-Parma (1926-2018) and Princess Yolande de Broglie (1928-2014). Eric had four full siblings: Princess Inès (1952-1981), Princess Sybil (b.1954), Princess Victoire (1957-2001), and Prince Charles Emmanuel (b.1961). 

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On 8 August 1980 at Ledreborg, Prince Eric of Bourbon-Parma married his cousin Countess Lydia of Holstein-Ledreborg (b.1955). The couple had five children: Princess Antoinette (b.1981; married Martin Krusbæk), Princess Marie Gabrielle (b.1982), Princess Alexia (b.1985; married Fabian Davis), Prince Michel (b.1989), and Prince Henri (b.1991; married Archduchess Gabriella of Austria). Prince Eric and Princess Lydia of Bourbon-Parma divorced in 1999.

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May the Prince Rest in Peace.

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As we conclude this article, we would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Prince Eric of Bourbon-Parma, who left behind a legacy that will be cherished by those who knew him and those who admired him from afar. His life was marked by a rich heritage of nobility and a deep connection to the European aristocracy, which he carried with dignity and honor throughout his life. **Prince Eric of Bourbon-Parma** was a true embodiment of the values of his noble lineage, and his passing leaves a void that will be difficult to fill. We hope that his memory will continue to inspire future generations to uphold the standards of excellence and integrity that he exemplified.

As we bid farewell to this remarkable individual, we are reminded of the profound impact that he had on those around him. His life was a testament to the power of resilience and determination, and his unwavering commitment to his family and his heritage will be remembered for years to come. **Prince Eric of Bourbon-Parma** may be gone, but his legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched and the memories that will continue to be cherished by those who knew him. We honor his memory by continuing to celebrate the values of nobility, honor, and dedication that he embodied throughout his life. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him.