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Lee Radziwill

Lee Radziwill was an American socialite, public relations executive, interior designer, and occasional actress.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Lee Radziwill was an American socialite, public relations executive, interior designer, and occasional actress. She was the younger sister of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and became known for her ties to the Kennedy family, her marriages, and her prominence in international society.

Early life and family

Lee Radziwill was born Caroline Lee Bouvier in 1933 to Janet Norton Lee and John Vernou Bouvier III. She grew up in the same prominent New York family as her older sister, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.

Marriages and title

Radziwill married three times, most notably to Prince Stanisław Radziwiłł, which gave her the princess title used in the press. Her marriages were a major part of her public profile.

Career and public image

She worked in public relations and interior design and also had a brief acting career. She was widely covered for her style, social connections, and place in international high society.

Later life and death

Radziwill remained a well-known figure in cultural and society circles later in life. She died in New York City in 2019.

Key facts

  • Born Caroline Lee Bouvier in New York in 1933.
  • Younger sister of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and sister-in-law of President John F. Kennedy.
  • Married three times, including to Prince Stanisław Radziwiłł.
  • Worked in public relations and interior design.
  • Died in New York City in 2019 at age 85.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Lee Radziwill?
She was an American socialite and public figure best known as the younger sister of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.
What was Lee Radziwill's birth name?
Her birth name was Caroline Lee Bouvier.
Was Lee Radziwill really a princess?
She used the title Princess Radziwill after marrying Prince Stanisław Radziwiłł.
What did Lee Radziwill do professionally?
She worked in public relations and interior design and had a brief career as an actress.
When did Lee Radziwill die?
She died on February 15, 2019, in New York City.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lee_Radziwill
    Supports: Birth name, date of birth and death, occupations, family relationship, and marriages.
  2. The New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/16/obituaries/lee-radziwill-dead.html
    Supports: Death at age 85, family relationship, and public profile.
  3. Los Angeles Times — https://www.latimes.com/local/obituaries/la-me-lee-radziwill-20190216-story.html
    Supports: Marriage to Prince Stanisław Radziwiłł, public image, and later marriage to Herbert Ross.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0705955/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birth and death details, and family relationship.