Famed Photographer Marianne zu Sayn-Wittgenstein Bids Adieu at 105
Noblewoman Marianne Countess zu Sayn-Wittgenstein Passes Away - Marianne zu Sayn-Wittgenstein, noted photographer, passes away.
Dive into a heartfelt goodbye as the iconic photographer Marianne zu Sayn-Wittgenstein, age 105, takes her final bow. Her family confirmed the news privately to stern magazine. From the '60s onwards, she left an indelible mark in the world of celebrity and jet-set photography. Penning unforgettable moments of stars such as Audrey Hepburn, Leonard Bernstein, Plácido Domingo, Sean Connery, and many others.
Nicknamed "Mamarazza" by Caroline of Monaco, a clever spin on "Paparazzo," her images are timeless gems that have withstood the test of time. Her most iconic image showcases her own children aboard the yacht of shipping tycoon Aristotle Onassis.
A Regal Lineage: The Descendant of Empress Maria Theresa
Moving gracefully amidst the European jet set, Sayn-Wittgenstein was known as a captivating figure whose parties were the talk of the town. Guests of honor included Prince Charles, Gunter Sachs, Andy Warhol, Karl Lagerfeld, and Maria Callas. The cherished artist was fondly referred to as "Manni" by those lucky enough to know her.
Partying with the royals, she was a direct great-granddaughter of Empress Maria Theresa. Today, her daughter-in-law, the renowned actress Sunnyi Melles, continues to carry on her legacy.
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Known for her knack for capturing celebs on camera, Marianne zu Sayn-Wittgenstein was a staple of the jet-set scene, snapping away high-profile stars since the '60s. Audrey Hepburn, Leonard Bernstein, Plácido Domingo, Sean Connery weren't strangers to her lens, earning her the moniker "Mamarazza" by Caroline of Monaco.
Manning the camera was nothing new for the princess-like get-together queen, whose posh parties saw the likes of Price Charles, Gunter Sachs, Andy Warhol, Karl Lagerfeld, and Maria Callas in attendance. Despite her status, she was fondly known as "Manni" by friends and family.
Hailing from noble roots, Sayn-Wittgenstein was direct descendant of Empress Maria Theresa, lending an air of sophistication to every event she hosted. Her legendary daughter-in-law, Sunnyi Melles, continues to keep her spirit alive.
- In the 1960s, Marianne zu Sayn-Wittgenstein, often seen at jet-set gatherings, became a remarkable photographer, capturing celebrities such as Audrey Hepburn and Sean Connery on camera.
- Her ability to capture stars earned her the nickname "Mamarazza" by Caroline of Monaco, cleverly referencing the famous "Paparazzo."
- Society's elite graced her camera-friendly parties during the '60s, including Prince Charles, Andy Warhol, and Karl Lagerfeld, among others.
- As a direct descendant of Empress Maria Theresa, the jet-set photographer Marianne zu Sayn-Wittgenstein brought an air of royal sophistication to her society events, a mantle her daughter-in-law Sunnyi Melles now carries on.
