Wilhelmine von Khevenhüller-Metsch Celebrates 90th Birthday

Celebrating a Milestone: Dowager Fürstin Wilhelmine von Khevenhüller-Metsch's 90th Birthday Today, a remarkable milestone is being celebrated by the noble family of Khevenhüller-Metsch as Dowager Fürstin Wilhelmine von Khevenhüller-Metsch marks her 90th birthday. Born on March 16, 1932, Wilhelmine is the second daughter of Count Lazarus "Lazy" Henckel von Donnersmarck and Countess Franziska von Eltz, who married in 1927. Her family's rich history and heritage are a testament to the enduring legacy of the noble families of Europe, and it is fitting that we take a moment to acknowledge and honor this significant birthday. As the Dowager Fürstin celebrates this milestone, we are reminded of the many significant events and milestones she has witnessed throughout her life. From her marriage to Count Maximilian von Khevenhüller-Metsch in 1956 to the birth of her six children, Wilhelmine's life has been marked by love, family, and dedication to her noble heritage. Her remarkable journey is a testament to the enduring power of family and tradition in European society, and we wish her a joyous celebration of this special day1.

Wilhemine.

Today, Dowager Fürstin Wilhelmine von Khevenhüller-Metsch celebrates her ninetieth birthday!

Wilhelmine's parents: Lazarus and Franziska.

Born on 16 March 1932 at Naklo, Countess Marie Wilhelmina Josefina Theresia Franziska Georgia Henckel von Donnersmarck was the third child and second daughter of Count Lazarus "Lazy" Henckel von Donnersmarck (1902-1991) and Countess Franziska von Eltz (1905-1997), who wed in 1927. Wilhemine had four siblings: Count Carl Josef (1928-2008; married 1stly to Princess Marie Adelaide Pss of Luxemburg; married 2ndly to Claire Regina Barclay-Hoess), Countess Elisabeth (b.1929; married Count Ernst von Waldstein-Wartenberg), Count Heinrich (1935-2005), and Count Winfried (b.1938; married Christine von Arnim). 

Wilhemine and Maximilian on their wedding day.

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On 19 January 1956 at Munich, Countess Wilhelmine Henckel von Donnersmarck married Count (later Fürst) Maximilian "Max" von Khevenhüller-Metsch (1919-2010). The couple had met the previous year. They honeymooned in Paris before settling in Madrid, were Max lived. Max and Wilhelmine had six children: Fürst Johannes (1956-2020; married Donna Camilla Borghese dei Principi di Nettuno), Count Bartholomäus (b.1958; married Cristina Sanchez de Movellán y Garcia Ogara), Count Karl (b.1959; married Lelia Gailly de Taurines), Count Georg (b.1960; married Countess Stephanie zu Castell-Castell), and Countess Melanie (b.1967; married Count Hubertus von Waldburg zu Wolfegg und Waldersee), and Countess Isabel (b.1972; married Count Florian von Hartig).

Our best wishes to the Dowager Fürstin on her birthday!

As we conclude our celebration of the 90th birthday of Dowager Fürstin Wilhelmine von Khevenhüller-Metsch, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our readers who have joined us in honoring this remarkable milestone. It has been a privilege to share the life story of this esteemed noblewoman, whose dedication to her family and heritage is truly inspiring. We hope that our readers have gained a deeper appreciation for the rich history and traditions that underlie the noble families of Europe, and that they will continue to follow our blog for more insightful articles on European history and culture.

We would also like to take this opportunity to express our deepest respect and admiration for Dowager Fürstin Wilhelmine von Khevenhüller-Metsch, whose remarkable life has been marked by love, family, and a deep commitment to her noble heritage. As we wish her a joyous celebration of this special day, we are reminded of the enduring power of family and tradition in European society, and we are grateful for the many lessons that her life has taught us. We look forward to continuing to share the stories of remarkable individuals like Dowager Fürstin Wilhelmine von Khevenhüller-Metsch, and we hope that our readers will join us on this journey of discovery and exploration into the fascinating world of European history and culture.