Love them or otherwise, there’s no denying that the longstanding fascination with the British Royal family is very real. If you’re anything like us, you can rattle off names and titles at a second’s notice, consider yourself an expert in the nuanced relationship of Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle, and have a secret Pinterest board dedicated entirely to Diana Spencer fashion.
Due to the worldwide popularity of their late mother, Princess Diana, few royals have been in the spotlight like brothers Prince William and Prince Harry. And, as the eldest grandson to Queen Elizabeth II’s eldest grandson – not to mention second in line to the throne – the Duke of Cambridge (Prince William) is destined for a life in the public eye.
So, for all of the royalists (we included), here’s the ultimate compilation of facts about Prince William.
1. Is Prince William A Duke?
As one of the future heirs to the throne, Prince William was bestowed the title of Duke of Cambridge in 2011. This was the first time since 1904 that the title was used.
2. How Old Is Prince William?
Prince William’s date of birth is 21 June 1982, which means he will turn 37 in 2019.
3. What Is Prince William’s Last Name?
Prince William’s full name is William Arthur Philip Louis Windsor. The House of Windsor began in 1917, when George V, the descendant of Prince Consort Albert, changed the family name from Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.
4. How Tall Is Prince William?
Prince William stands at 1.91m or 6’3” and will be the second tallest monarch in history when he takes the throne.
5. What Is Prince William’s Net Worth?
Prince William received a sizable fortune from Queen Elizabeth II in 2012, a whopping £10 million ($AUD 18.47 million). He also receives regular income from the Duchy of Cornwall. His net worth is estimated at more than £30 million ($AUD 58 million).
6. Where Did Prince William Go To School?
The heir apparent received his education at independent schools Jany Mynors’ nursery and Wetherby School. He later attended Ludgrove School and Eton College.
7. Who Is Prince William’s Brother?
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, is William’s younger brother.
8. Who Is Prince William’s Mum?
Prince William is the eldest son of the beloved Princess Diana of Wales, whose death in a car crash launched the whole world into mourning in 1997.
9. Who Is Prince William’s Father?
Charles, William’s father, is the Prince of Wales and first in line to inherit the British throne.
10. Who Are Prince William’s Godparents?
Prince William’s godparents are of course other members of the nobility. He had six godparents: Greece’s former King Constantine II, Princess Alexandra, the Duchess of Westminster, The Honourable Mrs Ogilvy, Lord Romsey, Lady Susan Hussey, and Sir Laurens van der Post.
11. Does Prince William Get Along With Camilla?
Prince William and his brother have had a complicated relationship with Duchess Camilla, with whom his father Charles had an affair. While there was some (understandable) hostility at first, William eventually warmed up. He was actually a witness at her and Charles’ wedding, and Camilla’s granddaughter even became a bridesmaid at his wedding.
12. Does Prince William Wear Glasses?
While he often steps out without them, Prince William has been spotted wearing glasses on rare occasions.
13. Is Prince William Religious?
Like the rest of the royal family, Prince William is a member of the Church of England. However, he doesn’t regularly attend service and seems to attend mass only on special occasions like Christmas or weddings.
14. Did Prince William Go To University?
After a gap year, Prince William enrolled in the University of St Andrews. He earned upper second class honours and a Scottish Master of Arts degree with a focus on Geography.
15. Has Prince William Served In The Military?
William served in the military for a few years, from 2006 to 2008. He trained with the Royal Navy briefly in 2008, but eventually transferred to the Royal Air Force. He ended his active service in September 2013.
16. What Is Prince William’s Military Rank?
He was first commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the military. Upon joining the RAF, he was promoted to Flight Lieutenant and became a search-and-rescue pilot.
17. Who Has Prince William Dated Before Kate?
William has been linked to several girls in the past: like family friend Jecca Craig, old fling Isabella Calthorpe, university girlfriend Olivia Hunt, childhood friend Rose Farquhar, and short fling Tess Shepherd.
18. How Did Kate Middleton Meet Prince William?
Kate and William met at the University of St Andrews. Middleton was considered the most beautiful girl at Sally’s residence hall, where William also lived in his first year. But Kate really sealed the deal when she walked a charity fashion show in a revealing sheer dress – as William was sitting in the front row.
19. When Did Prince William Get Engaged?
After an on-and-off relationship, William and Kate finally got engaged in October 2010 while on a private holiday in Kenya. William proposed using his mother’s engagement ring.
20. When Did Prince William Get Married?
The William-Kate wedding was one of the biggest weddings of the century. The royal pair tied the knot on 29 April 2011. Audiences in the UK and around the world tuned in – the ceremony had 36.7 million viewers at home and 72 million views on the YouTube live stream.
21. Where Did Prince William Get Married?
Prince William and Kate Middleton got married at Westminster Abbey, where most monarchs since the 11th century have been crowned.
22. What Did Prince William Wear To His Wedding?
Prince William wore the ceremonial red Irish Guards Mounted Officer’s uniform with a simple black forage cap, going against royal tradition by foregoing a sword.
23. How Many Kids Do Prince William And Kate Have?
William and Kate have three children together: 5-year-old Prince George, 4-year-old Princess Charlotte, and 1-year-old Prince Louis.
24. Where Does Prince William Live?
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge officially reside in Kensington Palace in London, but they also have a private residence in Norfolk called Anmer Hall.
25. Will Prince William Become The King?
Prince William is the second in succession to the throne, with Prince Charles being the first heir apparent. After Queen Elizabeth II’s death, Prince Charles will take over. William will become king after Prince Charles’ passing or if the latter relinquishes the crown.
Thanks to his royal heritage, Prince William has lived his entire life in the spotlight. Accounting for the world’s obsession with the Royals, the coverage of William and his family isn’t going to end any time soon – and we’re excited to know what’s next for the British heir.
