Prince Anthony Stanislas Radziwill
Net Worth: $50 Million
Category: Richest Politicians › Royals
Birthdate: August 4, 1959 – August 10, 1999 (40 years old)
Birthplace: Lausanne, Switzerland
Gender: Male
Profession: Filmmaker, Film Producer, Television Producer
Nationality: United States of America
Overview
Prince Anthony Stanislas Radziwiłł was a television producer, philanthropist, and heir to the noble House of Radziwiłł. Despite holding the title “His Serene Highness,” Anthony chose not to use it publicly. He was known for his work in television, particularly for his Emmy-winning contributions to NBC Sports and the ABC News program “Primetime Live”. Prince Anthony’s familial connections made him a notable figure, as he was the nephew of U.S. President John F. Kennedy and cousin to John F. Kennedy Jr. His net worth of $50 million stemmed from his aristocratic heritage and professional career.
Early Life and Education
Born to Polish nobleman Stanisław Radziwiłł and American socialite Lee Radziwill, Anthony belonged to one of Europe’s oldest aristocratic families. His mother, Lee, was the younger sister of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, making him part of a prominent American political dynasty. He had one sister, Tina.
- Education:
- Attended Millfield School in Somerset, England, and Choate Rosemary Hall in Connecticut.
- Graduated from Boston University in 1982 with a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism.
Career in Television
Radziwiłł began his career at NBC Sports, where he contributed to coverage of the 1988 Winter Olympics, earning an Emmy Award. Later, he joined ABC News as a producer for the newsmagazine program “Primetime Live”, hosted by Diane Sawyer and Sam Donaldson.
- Key Achievement:
- Won a Peabody Award in 1990 for his investigative work on the resurgence of Nazism in the United States.
Personal Life
In 1994, Anthony married Carole DiFalco, an Emmy-winning journalist and his colleague at ABC News. Their marriage brought Carole into the House of Radziwiłł. The couple resided in New York City.
Health Struggles and Passing
- Diagnosed with testicular cancer in 1989, Anthony underwent treatment and initially achieved remission, though he became sterile.
- Shortly before his marriage, his cancer returned. He fought the disease for a decade before passing away on August 10, 1999, just three weeks after the tragic death of his cousin John F. Kennedy Jr., along with Kennedy’s wife Carolyn Bessette and her sister Lauren.
Legacy
Radziwiłł’s mother, Lee, and widow, Carole, established a fund to support aspiring documentary filmmakers in his honor.
- Literary Tribute:
- In 2005, Carole authored “What Remains: A Memoir of Fate, Friendship, and Love”, chronicling her life with Anthony and their battle against cancer. The memoir was a New York Times Best Seller.
Notable Connections
- Nephew of President John F. Kennedy.
- Cousin of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Caroline Kennedy.
- Related to Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, adding to his prominence in both European aristocracy and American political history.
Anthony Radziwiłł is remembered not only for his professional achievements in television but also for his courage and resilience in the face of personal challenges.
