Following the death of Manfred Goldberg, the British royals have issued a touching statement. They pay tribute to the Holocaust survivor.
Prince William, 43, and Princess Kate, 43, are “deeply saddened” by the death of Holocaust survivor Manfred Goldberg (1930 – 2025). In a story on the couple’s official Instagram account, they dedicated emotional words to him. During a visit to Stutthof, they were able to “experience firsthand the extraordinary strength, grace, and dedication with which he shares his story,” the Prince and Princess of Wales wrote on a black background.
Manfred Goldberg died on November 7 at the age of 95, as reported by the BBC, among others. “His tireless efforts to educate young people about the Holocaust will never be forgotten,” William and Kate conclude their condolences.
King Charles and Queen Camilla mourn “this great loss.”
King Charles III, 76, and Queen Camilla, 78, also issued a statement on Goldberg’s death. “My wife and I were deeply saddened to learn of Manfred Goldberg’s recent passing, and we mourn this great loss together with all those present in our hearts and souls,” it said. The monarch went on to say that he was very proud that Goldberg had found refuge in the UK, “where he later told the world about the unimaginable atrocities he had witnessed as a young boy.” Goldberg was 11 years old when he was deported with his mother and brother to the ghetto in Riga, Latvia, before being sent to the Stutthof concentration camp. After being liberated by the British Army in May 1945, Goldberg and his mother moved to the UK.
King Charles recalls his last meeting with the 95-year-old: “I was deeply moved when I heard Manfred’s memories at this year’s Holocaust Memorial Day reception and recently at his investiture ceremony. Together with other Holocaust survivors, he became an integral part of our nation.“ Goldberg is a ”role model for us all who will always be remembered.” It was a great honor to have known him.
