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Pahlavi PrincessSoraya

Jun 22, 1932

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Remembering Since 2001

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Relationship : Marriage 12 February 1951 (Shah of Iran) chart Placidus Equal_H.

Relationship : Divorce dates 17 March 1958 (Shah of Iran) chart Placidus Equal_H.

Death:Death, Cause unspecified 25 October 2001 (Age 69) chart Placidus Equal_H.

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Iranian royalty: the second wife of the Shah of Iran. As a student in London, she became friends with the Princess Ashraf, the sister of Mohammed Reza Pahlavi. When the girls made a trip home, she met the Shah and they became engaged five days later. They married on 12 February 1951. Seven years later they were still childless. A political delegation informed the Shah that he must take another wife, as four wives are allowed by Moslem law, in order to insure an heir. Soraya did not agree to that solution so they divorced on 17 March 1958. With the divorce, she lost her title of "Empress" but the Shah bestowed on her the title of "Royal Princess.". Her financial settlement was $67,000 plus several million in jewels and $48,000 a year maintenance. Stylish and cosmopolitan, she joined the jet-set life style, and for a lark, made a movie in 1964, "The Three Faces of a Woman." She died in Paris 25 October 2001. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less

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Princess Soraya Esfandiary-Bakhtiary

Princess Soraya Esfandiary-Bakhtiary

Born on June 22, 1932, in Isfahan, Iran

Biography

Princess Soraya Esfandiary-Bakhtiary was an Iranian princess and the second wife of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran. She was known for her beauty and elegance and became a prominent figure in Iran and around the world during her marriage to the Shah.

News

As of the latest updates, Princess Soraya's life and legacy continue to be subjects of interest in various media outlets. Documentaries and articles often explore her role in Iranian history, her influence in fashion, and her life after leaving Iran.

Social Media

Princess Soraya passed away in 2001, before the social media era. However, her legacy is preserved through fan pages and historical accounts on platforms like Instagram and Facebook, where admirers share photographs and stories from her life.

Recent Projects

There are no recent projects directly associated with Princess Soraya, but her story continues to inspire books, films, and exhibitions exploring her impact on fashion and her life as a royal figure.

Legacy

Princess Soraya's legacy is marked by her contribution to the cultural and social landscape of Iran during her time as queen. Her life story is a poignant reflection of Iran's history and continues to captivate historians and the public alike.