A Prince at 26: Once-Secret Son of Belgian Royal Gains Legal Recognition

New York Times Thursday 20th August 2026, 4:57PM 1 min read 3 hours ago

Clément Vandenkerckhove was born to Belgium’s Prince Laurent before his marriage. He is now a prince himself, though he is not expected to have royal duties.

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