Charles, Prince of Wales (Charles Philip Arthur George; born 14 November 1948) is the heir apparent to the British throne as the eldest son of Elizabeth II. He has been Duke of Cornwall and Duke of Rothesay since 1952, and he is the oldest and longest-serving heir apparent in British history.
He is also the longest-serving Prince of Wales, having held that title since 1958. Charles was born at Buckingham Palace as the first grandchild of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. He was educated at Cheam and Gordonstoun schools, which his father, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, had attended as a child. Charles also spent a year at the Timbertop campus of Geelong Grammar School in Victoria, Australia.
Kate Middleton's 'huge influence' on Prince William who is now 'embracing' role as King
dailyrecord.co.ukPrince William is celebrating his 40th birthday today, as he is embracing his role as a future King thanks to his wife Kate Middleton.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are reportedly having a joint 40th birthday party after her own party plans were cancelled due to high Covid rates.
Over the years, the Prince has transformed from a camera shy young boy to a confident and headstrong future king, and wife Kate is certainly to thank for giving him a confidence boost.
Body language expert Darren Stanton analyses how Prince William’s body language and behaviour has changed over the years as the Royal turns 40.
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