Since the arrival of the children of the
Earl and Countess of Wessex, questions about their titles have
arisen. And those debates could continue after their mother
confirmed that how they are styled is still open to changes. When
Edward and Sophie married, it was announced that any children they
had would be styled as children of dukes rather than as HRHs.
However, Letters Patent issued by King…
The Queen’s official home in Northern
Ireland, Hillsborough Castle, is getting ready to welcome visitors
back inside. The home also serves as the residence of the Secretary
of State for Northern Ireland and a guest house for prominent
international visitors. For the…
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are
currently in the middle of a whirlwind tour of Scotland to thank
those who have been working on the frontlines during the Covid-19
pandemic and to highlight groups working in environmentalism,
mental health and wellness, and…
Some royals are fashion trendsetters,
like Princess Alexandra (future Queen Alexandra). Others gravitate
towards a specific designer or two and work to create styles and a
wardrobe that works for them as an individual. The Duchess of York,
later Queen Elizabeth, was one of the latter. As we continue with
our Fashion Favourite series, we will be looking at Lady Elizabeth
Bowes-Lyon and Madame…
Twenty years on from when they first met
at the University of St Andrews, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
will return for a visit to their alma mater during a royal visit to
Scotland this week. Ahead of their visit, let’s look back on their
university…
The latest Royal Central podcast looks at
the impact of the Dyson report on how we view the life of Diana,
Princess of Wales. The team discuss the very different paths being
taken by Prince William and Prince Harry and discusses the way
ahead for the House of Windsor. Join…
Emperor Emeritus Akihito of Japan has two
sons and a daughter, who have given him four grandchildren in
total. Aiko, Princess Toshi His eldest son – the current Emperor
Naruhito – has one daughter with his wife, Empress Masako: Aiko,
Princess Toshi. [getty src=”110834542″ width=”594″ height=”417″] In
April 2001, it was confirmed that Masako was pregnant, and on 1…
Anne Boleyn, the second wife of King
Henry VIII of England, has inspired or been mentioned in several
works over the years, including books, theatre, and opera. There
has also been a number of films and TV shows in which Anne has been
represented. With a new programme…
Do we take Princess Anne for granted?
This could be the shortest opinion piece in history—yes, we
definitely take Princess Anne for granted. Last week, she undertook
11 engagements that were painstakingly detailed by the Royal
Family’s Twitter account, and for…
Channel 5 has released the first trailer
for its upcoming miniseries, Anne Boleyn. The trailer gives a look
at the period drama inspired by the historical figure who is trying
to bear a son as an heir to the throne. While it is unclear what
parts of her story will be told, we do see Boleyn in her final days
as she prepares for her execution, ordered by her husband, Henry
VIII. We also know the…
