Thailand’s Princess Bajrakitiyabha, the eldest daughter of King Maha Vajiralongkorn, has died at the age of 47 following a nearly four-year coma. The Royal Household announced her passing, as reported by Reuters and the Associated Press. Educated at Cornell University, the princess held a prominent position within the Thai royal family and was widely considered the most likely successor to the throne. Her prolonged illness began in December 2022 when she collapsed due to a heart condition. The princess was known for her work as a jurist and her active role in royal duties. Her death raises questions about the future succession of the Thai monarchy, though no immediate successor has been named. The palace has declared a period of mourning following the announcement.