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

NYT World Thursday 20 August 2026, 10:44 UTC By John Yoon and Alexandra E. Petri 1 min read

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

Belgian Royal Gains Legal (ORG) Belgium (LOCATION) Clement (PERSON)

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