The British royal family has seen numerous marriages into its ranks over the years. From private ceremonies to grand public events, these unions have brought spouses from various backgrounds into the royal fold. Some of them have become well-known figures themselves, while others have quietly supported their royal partners. This article takes a closer look at these spouses and their relationships with the royal family.
Queen Camilla is married to King Charles III, who ascended to the throne after the passing of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, in 2022. Camilla became the queen consort when Charles became king. Prior to her marriage to Charles, she was married to Andrew Parker Bowles and had two children with him.
Kate Middleton is married to Prince William, the heir to the throne and eldest son of King Charles III and Princess Diana. They married in 2011 and became the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. After the death of Queen Elizabeth II, they received the new titles of Prince and Princess of Wales. Kate has been diagnosed with cancer and has undergone treatment.
Meghan Markle is the wife of Prince Harry, the younger son of King Charles III and Princess Diana. She is a former actress known for her role in the television series "Suits." Meghan and Harry stepped back from their royal roles in 2020 and now reside in California with their two children.
Timothy Laurence is married to Princess Anne, the only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. Anne was previously married to Mark Phillips, with whom she had two children. She married Laurence in 1992, and he has become an active member of the royal family.
Sophie Rhys-Jones is married to Prince Edward, the youngest child of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. They married in 1999 and have two children together. Sophie has been actively involved in various philanthropic initiatives.
Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi married Princess Beatrice, the eldest daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson. They married in 2020 and have one daughter together. Mozzi also has a son from a previous relationship.
Jack Brooksbank is married to Princess Eugenie, the younger daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson. They met in 2010 and married in 2018. The couple has two children together.
Mark Tindall is married to Zara Tindall, the daughter of Princess Anne and Mark Phillips. They met at the 2003 Rugby World Cup and married in 2011. The couple has three children together.
These spouses have brought their own unique perspectives and experiences into the royal family, while also supporting their royal partners in their official duties. They have become integral members of the British monarchy, contributing to its continued presence and relevance in the modern era.
