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Born: 21 June 1982
As the eldest son of King Charles III, Prince William is heir to the British throne and holds the title Prince of Wales. With his wife, Kate, and their three children, he embodies the modern, approachable side of the monarchy. Because of the illnesses in the royal family, he is increasingly taking on the Crown’s representative duties.
Also known as: Prince William, William und Kate
RoyalsThe Royal Week continues: King Charles III attended the Order of the Thistle service in Edinburgh. Alongside his wife Camilla, Prince William and Prince Edward also participated - all in traditional attire.
RoyalsFor the third anniversary of his Homewards initiative, Prince William got hands-on in Aberdeen: The heir to the throne carried a dining chair up three floors and furnished an apartment for a tenant. At the celebration in London, he met those affected and supporters.
RoyalsPrincess Diana would have turned 65 on July 1, and even nearly 30 years after her death, her fate continues to touch people worldwide. These new revelations recently made headlines.
StarsWhen a pop queen gets married, it's naturally done in style in a castle. Taylor Swift is allegedly having a magnificent structure built in Madison Square Garden. Prince William and Princess Kate are reportedly not attending the wedding, contrary to previous speculation.
RoyalsSecretly and solo: Princess Kate climbed the three highest mountains in Great Britain in under 24 hours over the weekend. With this effort, the 44-year-old, who has been considered cancer-free since early 2025, is raising funds for a cancer charity and sending a personal message to those affected.
RoyalsPrincess Kate has appeared in a new video together with son Prince George. Fans are thrilled and showering the royals with compliments.
RoyalsPrince William no longer wants to personally profit from the approximately 1.5 million pounds in annual rent from the defunct Dartmoor Prison. The amount should instead benefit the region.
RoyalsMore transparency at the palace: King Charles III has become the first British monarch to disclose his personal taxes. The new financial records also reveal how many millions the royals spend on helicopters, jets and train journeys.
RoyalsAs the first British monarch, King Charles III has made his private finances public. He paid the equivalent of around 15 million euros in taxes for the period 2024-2025. It is also being revealed that he and Camilla will not move into Buckingham Palace.
RoyalsIt was recently announced that Prince George will attend Eton College, just like Prince William did. He wants to "follow in his father's footsteps" of his own accord, reports an insider.
RoyalsJamie Lowther-Pinkerton was once the private secretary to Prince William, Princess Kate, and Prince Harry. When asked in an interview about the brothers' relationship, he dodges the question.
RoyalsIndividual members of the British royal family continue to enjoy much sympathy. However, the institution of the monarchy is increasingly losing support in public opinion: Current poll numbers are as low as never before.
RoyalsEmma Watson, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Prince William appeared together at a wildlife conservation forum in London. Watson took the opportunity to share an anecdote from her "Harry Potter" days - and confessed to a curious case of mistaken identity involving alleged paparazzi.
RoyalsDouble reason to celebrate for Prince William: The royal turns 44 - and on Father's Day of all days. For the occasion, the palace releases a delightful photo with daughter Charlotte.
RoyalsPrince William is helping to revive a pub. He is supporting a citizens' initiative with 1,000 pounds. If the reopening succeeds, he wants to stop by himself.
RoyalsPrince Harry could travel to his homeland England with the whole family in July. According to a royal expert, King Charles III hopes to be able to see his grandchildren.
RoyalsAt Royal Ascot, Princess Kate caused a stir in a bright yellow, summery dress. Her mother Carole was also on site and presented herself in pale pink.
RoyalsThe British heir to the throne will serve as guest editor of "Country Life" magazine. In the issue, which will be published on November 11, Prince William wants to highlight his love for rural life and environmental protection.
RoyalsFor months there was speculation about Prince George's next school, now it's confirmed: The future heir to the throne will transfer to Eton College in September, following in the footsteps of his father Prince William.
RoyalsThe British Royals observed Garter Day at Windsor Castle. King Charles III and Queen Camilla participated in the procession of the Knights of the Order of the Garter. Princess Kate watched the spectacle from the sidelines, yet still drew all eyes.
RoyalsGrand appearance by the British royals: Princess Kate has arrived with her three children at the "Trooping the Colour" parade. Her look sparks Diana nostalgia.
RoyalsPrincess Kate likes to wear a pantsuit to public events. However, something seems to have changed in the look of Prince William's wife recently.
