As he reaches adulthood, James, Earl of Wessex, can now decide whether to become HRH
17th December 2025
James, Earl of Wessex, celebrates his
18th birthday today, a milestone that brings with it a unique
choice: whether to adopt the style of His Royal Highness. Formally
known as the Earl of Wessex, James has held this courtesy title
since his father, Prince Edward, was granted the Dukedom of
Edinburgh in 2023. As the son of a monarch’s son, James has been
entitled by 1917 Letters Patent to use…

