Prince Claus of the Netherlands was born on September 6, 1926, in Germany. He became well-known as the husband of Queen Beatrix, who reigned from 1980 to 2013. Prince Claus was a diplomat and worked in various roles, including in the Dutch embassy in Washington, D.C. and as a member of the Dutch government. Throughout his life, Prince Claus was dedicated to social and cultural development, particularly in Africa. He founded the Prince Claus Fund in 1996, which supports artists and cultural initiatives in developing countries. He passed away on October 6, 2002, leaving a legacy of commitment to humanitarian causes.