Everything to know about Queen Elizabeth II’s eight grandchildren.
Queen Elizabeth II took the throne as Queen of Britain and the Commonwealth in 1952 and ruled up until her death on Sept. 8, 2022, at age 96. This made her the longest-serving British monarch in history. The Queen led not just the monarchy, but also a large royal clan composed of four children, eight grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and several corgis.
The Queen and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, had eight grandchildren: Prince William, Prince Harry, Peter Phillips, Zara Tindall, Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, Lady Louise Windsor, and James, Viscount Severn. All eight of them attended Queen Elizabeth’s state funeral at Westminster Abbey on September 19.
Two days earlier, William and Harry united with their cousins to hold a vigil at her lying in state at Westminster Hall. They all gathered around their late grandmother to pay their respects with a 15 minute show of quiet contemplation. As the world continues to mourn the British ruler, learn more about Queen Elizabeth II’s grandchildren below.
Born to Anne, Princess Royal and her first husband Captain Mark Phillips on November 15, 1977, Peter is Queen Elizabeth II’s eldest grandchild. Though he’s currently 18th in line to the throne, Peter is not considered a working royal. He’s a businessman who has held positions at Jaguar, Williams F1 racing team, the Royal Bank of Scotland, and recently SEL UK, a sports and entertainment agency. He has two daughters with his ex-wife Autumn Phillips. The two finalized their divorce this summer after 13 years of marriage.
Also born to Anne, Princess Royal and her first husband Captain Mark Phillips on May 15, 1981, Zara is the Queen’s eldest granddaughter and Peter’s sister. Currently 21st in line to the throne, Zara, like her brother, is not considered a working royal. She’s a celebrated equestrian who has competed at the Olympics. Zara is also mom to three children with husband Mike Tindall, whom she wed in 2011.
Born to Charles, Prince of Wales, and Princess Diana on June 21, 1982, Prince William, Duke of Cambridge is a working royal.
