Queen Mother Sirikit

Queen of Thailand

Thai Bangkok, Thailand

Quick Info

ProfessionQueen of Thailand
NationalityThai
Date of Birth12/08/1932
Age93 years (died on 24, Oct, 2025)
BirthplaceBangkok, Thailand
Date of Death24/10/2025

Latest News about Queen Mother Sirikit

24/10/2025

Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother of Thailand, passed away peacefully at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital at the age of 93 due to complications from a blood infection after being hospitalized since 17 October. Thailand entered a period of national mourning, with a year-long mourning period declared for government officials and 90 days for the general public by her son, King Vajiralongkorn, and Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. Her remains were laid in state in the Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall of the Grand Palace starting 26 October.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameMom Rajawongse Sirikit Kitiyakara
Famous forBeing Queen of Thailand and her humanitarian work supporting rural development, traditional crafts, and cultural preservation

Physical Stats & More

Height170 cm
Weight55 Kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorGrey

Educational Qualification(s)

School
  • Kindergarten College at Rajini School (Queen's College)
  • Saint Francis Xavier Convent School
ReligionTheravada Buddhism
Food HabitNon-Vegetarian

Relationships & More

Marital StatusWidow
Marriage Date28/04/1950

Family

FatherPrince Nakkhatra Mangala
MotherMom Luang Bua Kitiyakara
Siblings
  • Mom Rajawongse Kalyanakit Kitiyakara
  • Mom Rajawongse Adulakit Kitiyakara
  • Than Phu Ying Busba Kitiyakara
SpouseKing Bhumibol Adulyadej (King Rama IX)
Children
  • King Maha Vajiralongkorn (Rama X)
  • Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya
  • HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn
  • HRH Princess Chulabhorn Walailak

Career

OverviewAs the Queen Consort of Thailand from 1950 to 2016, Sirikit played a pivotal role in promoting cultural identity and humanitarian efforts. Her dedication to the wellbeing of the Thai people was demonstrated through various initiatives aimed at rural development, education, and environmental conservation. She was known to engage directly with villagers and worked tirelessly to alleviate poverty and improve living conditions throughout the country. After King Bhumibol's death in 2016, she was known as Queen Mother and continued to be revered as the 'Mother of the Nation.'
Significant Contributions
  • Founded the SUPPORT Foundation to promote traditional crafts and provide livelihoods to rural women.
  • Engaged in extensive humanitarian work, including serving as Honorary President of the Thai Red Cross Society and active involvement in relief efforts.
  • Recognized for her contributions to environmental conservation through various projects aimed at reforestation and wildlife protection.
  • Served as Queen Regent of Thailand from 22 October to 5 November 1956 during King Bhumibol's temporary ordination as a Buddhist monk.
  • Established the Foundation for the Promotion of Supplementary Occupations and Related Techniques (SUPPORT) in 1976 to promote handicrafts, weaving, and sustainable rural livelihoods.
  • Served as President of the Thai Red Cross Society from 12 August 1956.
  • Founded the SUPPORT Foundation (Foundation for the Promotion of Supplementary Occupations and Related Techniques) in 1976 to promote traditional crafts and provide livelihoods to rural women.
  • Engaged in extensive humanitarian work, including active involvement in relief efforts and support for rural communities.
  • Collaborated with French designer Pierre Balmain to create stunning outfits from Thai silk, helping to revive the centuries-old craft and putting Thai textiles on the international fashion map.
  • Travelled extensively to remote villages in Northeastern and Southern Thailand to support education, health, and livelihoods.
Achievements
  • Longest-serving queen consort in the world.
  • Numerous national and international honours, including various grand crosses and decorations.
  • Second queen regent in Thai history.
  • Her birthday, 12 August, is celebrated as Thailand's Mother's Day.
  • Recognized internationally for her elegance and grace; praised by Time magazine during a 1960 visit to the United States.

Style Quotient

Known for her elegant style and sophisticated fashion sense, combining Thai cultural elements with international haute couture.
Collaborated with renowned French designer Pierre Balmain to create iconic outfits featuring Thai silk.
Recognized globally for her poise and grace, earning praise from international media outlets.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Born into an aristocratic family closely linked to the Chakri dynasty.
2. Lived in several countries during her youth, where she received a multi-lingual education.
3. Developed a close friendship with King Bhumibol during their young years in Europe.
4. Her engagement was announced shortly after she became the Queen's consort, just before the King's coronation.
5. Met King Bhumibol in Paris where her father served as the Thai ambassador to France.
6. Lived in several countries during her youth, including France and Switzerland, where she received a multi-lingual education.
7. Met King Bhumibol in Paris in 1948 while he was studying in Switzerland; they became engaged on 19 July 1949.
8. Her father, Prince Nakkhatra Mangala, served as the Thai ambassador to France.
9. Married King Bhumibol at Sapathum Palace in Bangkok on 28 April 1950 at the age of 17.
10. Elevated to the full rank of Queen on King Bhumibol's coronation day, 5 May 1950.
11. Appointed Queen Regent on 5 December 1956 with the title 'Somdet Phra Nang Chao Sirikit Phra Borommarajini Nath,' making her the highest-ranking queen.
12. Passed away peacefully at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital at the age of 93.
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