Princess Marianne zu Sayn-Wittgenstein-Sayn, the renowned celebrity photographer who earned the nickname "Mamarazza" for her extensive work capturing famous personalities, has died at the age of 105. The princess passed away on Sunday, and her death was confirmed by her family.
The princess became widely known in photography circles for her unique ability to photograph numerous celebrities and prominent figures throughout her long career. Her distinctive approach to celebrity photography and her noble background led to her being affectionately called "Mamarazza," a playful combination of "Mama" and "paparazzi" that reflected both her maternal nature and her profession as a photographer.
At 105 years old, Princess Marianne had lived through more than a century of historical changes and had witnessed the evolution of photography from its early days to the modern digital era. Her longevity allowed her to document celebrities across multiple generations, making her work a valuable historical record of entertainment and cultural figures over the decades.
The confirmation of her death by family members marks the end of an era for celebrity photography in Germany. Her passing represents the loss of not only a skilled photographer but also a unique figure who bridged the worlds of European nobility and popular culture through her lens.
