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Italian Princess Details Harrowing Motorcycle Crash: 'Lucky to Be Alive'
Italian Princess Details Harrowing Motorcycle Crash: 'Lucky to Be Alive' originally appeared on Parade.
Princess Maria Carolina revealed that she was in a frightening motorcycle accident.
'I'm incredibly lucky to be alive. I crashed headfirst into a wall whilst riding a motorcycle and ended up in reanimation in the Intensive Care Unit. Surviving this was nothing short of a miracle,' the Italian royal, 21, shared via Instagram on Wednesday, May 28.
'I wanted to share my own experience as I've realized now more than ever that motorcycles are powerful and thrilling, but also unforgiving,' Maria continued before sharing an important message with her followers. "Please ride with care. Wear full protection, especially a proper helmet. Mine saved my life.'
The eldest daughter of Prince Carlo, Duke of Castro, and Princess Camilla, Duchess of Castro, went on to warmly thank the individuals responsible for saving her life.
'My deepest thanks to the outstanding team at Centre Hospitalier Princesse Grace for their expert care during those critical days, and to the emergency medical team and first responders on the scene,' she wrote. 'Whose quick and decisive actions in those first moments made all the difference.'
Of course, Maria's followers couldn't help but share their well wishes. 'We're happy to know you're okay! Wishing you a speedy recovery,' one user wrote. 'Thank God you're OK!! Sending love and positive thoughts for your full recovery!!' added another.
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Italian Princess Details Harrowing Motorcycle Crash: 'Lucky to Be Alive' first appeared on Parade on May 29, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on May 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
