Prince Frederik of Luxembourg dies at 22 from disease

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Prince Frederik of Luxembourg has died at age 22 after a long battle with PolG mitochondrial disease. His father, Prince Robert, announced his passing on March 1, following a final farewell with family members. Frederik was diagnosed with the rare genetic disorder at age 14. The disease causes organ dysfunction and is incurable. Despite his illness, he focused on inspiring others and contributed to the PolG Foundation's mission. In his final moments, Frederik expressed his desire to reassure his family of his contributions. He was remembered for his humor and compassion, leaving a lasting impact on those around him.


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