After the Royal Household Bureau announced the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati, Krom Luang Rajsarinisiri Patchra Mahavajraratchathida, at the age of 47, at 19:48 on 11 June 2026 GMT+7 at Chulalongkorn Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society, it brought immense sorrow to the hearts of all Thai people across the nation.
Meanwhile, various entertainment figures shared photos of the princess accompanied by deeply respectful messages of condolence. For example, Chompoo-Araya A. Hargate paid tribute to her kindness by posting a photo from when Her Royal Highness personally attended the wedding celebration of Knot Visarut Rangsi Singhpipat on 10 May 2015 at the Plaza Athénée Hotel.
Among others, Bird Thongchai McIntyre, Bella Ranee Campen, Aom Piyada Jutaratkul, Ploy Chermarn Boonyasak, Pancake Khemanit Jamikorn, Noon Waranuch Pirompakdi, Tuck Bongkot Benjarongkul, Aff Taksaorn Phaksukcharoen, Pei Panwad Hemmanee, Christina Aguilar, Gun Napat Injaiuea, Fundee Funden Janyathanakorn, Tack Phranyoo Rojanawutthitham, Ak Akharat Nimitchai, Kwan Usamanee Waitayanon, Oak Smith, Opal Panisara Arayaskul, Sam Yuranan Phamonmontri, Anne Thongprasom, Pleng Chontida Asavahame, Opal Suchata Chuangsi Miss World 2025, Noi Bussakorn Wongpuapan, Taew Nataporn Temirak, Num Kanchai Kamnerdploy, Bie Sukrit Wisetkaew, Ja Yossinee Na Nakorn, Aum Lakkhana Wattanawongsiri, Jakjan Akamsiri Suwansuk, Koi Ratchawin Kongmalai, Jensuda Panto, Ae Porntip Skidjai, and many other artists posted photos and messages joining in mourning and remembering the graciousness of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati, Krom Luang Rajsarinisiri Patchra Mahavajraratchathida.
Former Miss Universe 1988 and beloved Thai beauty queen Pui Porntip Nakhirunkanok Simon posted a message of condolence: “I woke up to the deeply saddening news of the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati, Krom Luang Rajsarinisiri Patchra Mahavajraratchathida. Her boundless kindness and compassion will endure eternally and remain in the hearts of all Thai people forever. I am deeply honored to have had the opportunity to have private audiences with Her Royal Highness multiple times when she was still young.”
“She sat on my lap, and I will always remember her bright smile, sharp intelligence, and graceful demeanor marked by natural leadership. May she rest in peace.” Alongside this, Pui shared precious photos from the past when Her Royal Highness was young, showing her embracing and sitting on Pui's lap with great kindness and warmth.
Famous host Woody Wuttithorn Milintachinda also posted a tribute saying, “What we learned from Her Royal Highness was not only knowledge but the value of living a meaningful life. She was a model of giving and dedication to society, using her legal expertise to promote justice, emphasizing human rights, and always helping the underprivileged. Her compassion and perseverance will continue to inspire us all forever.”
Actress Krating-Chawalakorn Watthanapisitkul posted a deeply respectful farewell: “I humbly remember the immeasurable kindness of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati, Krom Luang Rajsarinisiri Patchra Mahavajraratchathida. She devoted herself to various duties for the benefit of the people, especially in law, justice processes, human rights protection, women’s empowerment, and providing opportunities for the underprivileged through projects such as 'Kumlangjai,' which aims to restore the quality of life for inmates and ex-convicts so they can rejoin society with dignity. Moreover, she played a vital role internationally in law and diplomacy, working with the United Nations and other organizations to promote rule of law, human rights, and international cooperation, bringing honor to Thailand on the global stage. She also continued charitable work through the 'Puen Pueng (Phak) Yam Yak' Foundation.”
Finally, Pat Powerpat, or Worayot Boonthongnum, shared his feelings after learning of her passing: “I feel deeply saddened. She contributed greatly to Thai people over many decades, as everyone knows. When we think of Princess Bajrakitiyabha, we remember law, justice, and her long-standing compassion for Thais. She worked very hard. One clear example I saw was her work with both female and male inmates. To my knowledge, her projects for inmates include the 'Kumlangjai' program, which she started while studying law.
It began at the Central Women's Prison, focusing on the welfare of mothers and children, especially mothers serving sentences who gave birth and cared for their children during trials. This was the starting point of her care for imprisoned mothers and children, expanding to women's prisons nationwide. I know the children from those early projects she personally held are now about 20 years old. For the mothers, she also provided capital for their livelihoods.
Her 'Kumlangjai' program is not only for women; it also extends to men's prisons across the country. Personally, while I may not have attended training sessions myself, close friends who were involved gave me insight into the program at Bang Kwang Prison. At that time, death row inmates were selected to participate in the 'Dirt to Merit' program, where they were trained in making Buddha images—from designing and sketching to crafting. The finished works were then donated to temples, communities, and hospitals.
I witnessed friends and seniors at Bang Kwang transform—they became calmer, more proud of themselves, and more confident in their abilities. She gave wonderful opportunities for inmates to change comprehensively, especially concerning legal knowledge and agreements to improve their quality of life. She worked tirelessly, advancing laws that improved inmates’ living conditions and human rights to international standards. I believe all Thai people feel grief and sadness from this loss and wish it had not happened. Since it has, we must move forward and continue the good work she left behind. If everyone holds onto her legacy, I believe she would look down with happiness, smiling with deep gratitude.”
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