Princess of Wales
Title held by the wife of the heir apparent to the British throne
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| Spouse | Prince of Wales |
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| House | House of Windsor |
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The Princess of Wales is a courtesy title held by the wife of the Prince of Wales, who is the heir apparent to the British throne. The title is not automatic and must be conferred by the reigning monarch. The current holder of the title is Catherine, Princess of Wales, who assumed the title upon her husband, William, Prince of Wales, becoming the Prince of Wales on 9 September 2022.
History[edit | edit source]
The title of Princess of Wales has a long history, dating back to the 14th century. The first recorded holder of the title was Joan of Kent, who became Princess of Wales through her marriage to Edward, the Black Prince, the eldest son of King Edward III. Since then, the title has been held by various notable figures in British history.
Role and Duties[edit | edit source]
The Princess of Wales typically engages in a range of public duties and charitable activities. She often represents the British royal family at official events, both domestically and internationally. The role also involves supporting the Prince of Wales in his duties and responsibilities.
Notable Holders[edit | edit source]
- Joan of Kent (1328–1385)
- Catherine of Aragon (1485–1536)
- Diana, Princess of Wales (1961–1997)
- Catherine, Princess of Wales (born 1982)
Residence[edit | edit source]
The official residence of the Princess of Wales is Kensington Palace in London. The palace has been a royal residence since the 17th century and is also the home of other members of the royal family.
Related Titles[edit | edit source]
The title of Princess of Wales is often associated with other titles held by the heir apparent and his spouse, including the Duke of Cornwall and the Duchess of Cornwall.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Prince of Wales
- British royal family
- House of Windsor
- Kensington Palace
- Diana, Princess of Wales
- Catherine, Princess of Wales
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