A significant moment arrived on Sunday, June 30th, when Lady Kitty Spencer, niece of Princess Diana and a cousin to both the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Sussex, shared long-awaited news. In a heartfelt Instagram post, the 33-year-old mother held her infant daughter in her arms while sitting on a windowsill, both captured in a serene monochrome photo.
Lady Spencer, known for her privacy, chose this year's Mother's Day to introduce her daughter to the world. Alongside the black-and-white image, she revealed her daughter's name: Athena. The post, adorned with a white heart emoji, quickly drew enthusiastic responses from royal watchers, praising the choice of name and expressing joy for the new addition to the family.
Reflecting on the momentous occasion, Lady Spencer expressed her profound happiness in becoming a mother, dedicating a heartfelt message to her daughter: "The joy of my life is being your mommy, little one." She extended warm wishes to all mothers on Mother's Day, celebrating the joy of motherhood.
The announcement surprised many, as Lady Spencer had kept her pregnancy private. Commenters on her post expressed their delight and surprise, with one saying, "What a lovely name!" Another remarked, "I was unaware you became a mother—congratulations!"
Addressing her decision to maintain privacy, Lady Spencer later explained, "I hold love as the most precious thing in the world. I cherish a joyful domestic life, marriage, and children. I am content with how things are unfolding."
