Princess Charlotte, full name Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, is the only daughter of Prince William and Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales. She is third in line to the throne and has widely been compared to the late Queen Elizabeth II for her appearance.
Princess Charlotte – early life
Princess Charlotte was born on May 2, 2015, at Saint Mary's Hospital in London. She is the daughter of the future king, Prince William, and the future queen, Kate Middleton. Charlotte made her first public appearance on the day she was born when her parents met the press outside the hospital.
She spent her early days living at Kensington Palace with her parents and older sibling, Prince George. On July 5, 2015, Charlotte was christened at St. Mary Magdalene in Sandringham, Norfolk.
Like her older brother, Charlotte attended Thomas's School in Battersea. When William and Kate decided to move their family to Adelaide Cottage in Windsor in 2022, Charlotte and her siblings enrolled at Lambrook School.
Princess Charlotte – family
Princess Charlotte is the middle child and only daughter of Prince William and Kate Middleton. She is the granddaughter of King Charles, as well as Kate Middleton's parents, Michael and Carole Middleton. Her older brother is Prince George, and her younger brother is Prince Louis.
Meanwhile, Charlotte has one aunt, Kate's sister Pippa Middleton, and two uncles, Kate's brother James Middleton, and William's brother, Prince Harry.
Why did Kate name her daughter Charlotte?
Princess Charlotte's full name is Charlotte Elizabeth Diana and is of great significance to royal history. Her first name is the female version of Charles, the name of her grandfather and the king. Meanwhile, it could also be a nod to her mother's family, as Kate's sister, Pippa, also has Charlotte as her middle name.
Her second name, Elizabeth, is in honor of her great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, while Diana is a tribute to her grandmother, Princess Diana.
Princess Charlotte – Line of Succession
Princess Charlotte is third in the Line of Succession behind her older brother, Prince George, and her father, Prince William.
Can Charlotte become Queen?
Yes, Princess Charlotte can become queen. If Prince George would abdicate or pass away without having any heirs, Charlotte is next in the Line of Succession to the throne. Although the chances of her becoming queen are very slim, it is possible.
Princess Charlotte Net Worth
Even though her brother is before her in the Line of Succession, Princess Charlotte has been branded the "Richest child in the world." She is said to have a net worth of around $5 billion, while her older brother, Prince George, has a net worth of $3.6 billion, per CNN. It's tricky to put an actual number on their exact net worth, but when these studies are made, it's usually calculated based on the royal children's estimated future inheritance plus their individual impacts on the UK economy.
Just like her mother, Kate Middleton, she has had a "Charlotte effect" regarding the clothes she wears, which has brought a significant uplift to fashion and sales.
What will Princess Charlotte be called when William is king?
It is not yet clear what will happen to Prince William's children's royal titles when he becomes king. However, Princess Charlotte could inherit Princess Anne's title of Princess Royal. This is a special title held by the eldest daughter of the reigning monarch, and time will tell if Charlotte will receive it.
What are Charlotte's hobbies?
Prince William and Kate Middleton have revealed that Princess Charlotte is a big fan of dancing. Her parents signed her up for ballet lessons when she was very young, and now, she enjoys both ballet and tap dancing. Her father has also revealed that she is a great performer.
Moreover, Charlotte is a big fan of tennis and has attended the Wimbledon finals with her mother for several years.
What is Princess Charlotte's hidden talent?
Princess Charlotte have been compared to the late Queen Elizabeth II many times because of their similarities. However, it's more than just looks they share, as she has inherited a hidden talent from her great-grandmother. It's been reported that Charlotte has a great talent for mimicking prominent figures, which leaves her family in stitches.