Ethel Kennedy, Widow of RFK, Dies at 96

Ethel Kennedy, the widow of Senator Robert F. Kennedy, passed away at the age of 96 following complications from a stroke. She was known for her commitment to social justice and her role as the matriarch of the Kennedy family, having raised 11 children after her husband's assassination in 1968. Ethel faced numerous personal tragedies, including the deaths of her parents, brother, and two of her children, while remaining a prominent humanitarian and advocate for human rights. Born Ethel Skakel in 1928 to a wealthy family, she became a key figure in the Kennedy legacy and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2014. Her grandson, Joe Kennedy III, announced her passing, emphasizing her love for her family, which includes nine children, 34 grandchildren, and 24 great-grandchildren. Ethel's life was marked by resilience, faith, and a deep commitment to her family's legacy.