H.I.H. Princess Azadeh Shafiq
1951–2011
Member of Iran's Imperial Family

H.I.H. Princess Azadeh Shafiq, daughter of Her Imperial Highness Princess Ashraf Pahlavi, belonged to the second generation of the Pahlavi family. Her life unfolded during a defining period in Iran's modern history while maintaining a lasting connection to her Iranian identity, cultural heritage, and the Imperial Family.
A Life Connected to Iran
Princess Azadeh Shafiq belonged to a generation that experienced the major historical changes of modern Iran while preserving a deep connection to the country's culture, identity, and heritage throughout her life.
Early Years
Princess Azadeh Shafiq was born into a family that played a distinguished role in the modern history of Iran. Her childhood and youth were spent in an environment where education, culture, and public responsibility were highly valued.
As the daughter of Her Imperial Highness Princess Ashraf Pahlavi, she grew up closely connected to the public life of the Imperial Family and the major events of contemporary Iranian history.
Family and Historical Legacy
Princess Azadeh Shafiq, granddaughter of Reza Shah the Great and niece of His Imperial Majesty Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi, belonged to the second generation of the Pahlavi Dynasty and witnessed an important chapter in Iran's modern history.
Her life spanned both pre-revolutionary Iran and the years spent abroad, while maintaining a strong connection to her family and Iranian heritage.
The Pahlavi Family
A member of the second generation of Iran's Imperial Family.
Iranian Identity
Maintaining a lifelong connection to Iran's culture, history, and national identity.
Family Heritage
Part of the enduring historical legacy of the Pahlavi Dynasty.
Family
Mother
Her Imperial Highness Princess Ashraf Pahlavi
Father
Ahmad Shafiq
Siblings
Shahram Ghovam
Shahriar Shafiq
Legacy
The name of Princess Azadeh Shafiq remains part of the history of the Pahlavi family and the collective memory of generations whose lives became intertwined with the story of modern Iran and the legacy of the Imperial Family.
H.I.H. Princess Azadeh Shafiq
1951–2011
Member of Iran's Imperial Family