Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex

About Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex

The twelfth in the line of succession and the youngest child of England's Prince Philip and Queen Elizabeth II.

Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex is the youngest child of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. At birth, he was third to the British throne; He is currently ranked 12th in the row. Born in Buckingham Palace, Edward attended Heatherdown School and earned an A level at Gordonstoun before spending part of his time teaching for a year at university in New Zealand. He graduated from Jesus College, Cambridge University in 1989 with a BA in History. After briefly joining the Royal Marines, Edward worked as a theater production assistant at The Really Helpful Theater Company before helping with drama production, then setting up his own company, Ardent Productions. The Count left the company in 2002 to begin full-time duties as an active member of the Royal Family and fulfill commitments on behalf of the Queen.

Born	March 10, 1964, Buckingham Palace, London
Mother	Elizabeth II
Issue	Lady Louise Windsor, James, Viscount Severn
Father	Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
House	Windsor

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Trivia

He has taken over the Duke's role in the Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme, attending Gold Award ceremonies around the world ever since his father began to relinquish some of his duties due to old age.

Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex before fame

Despite his poor scores, he was accepted to Cambridge and is one of only five members of the Royal Family to have earned a university diploma in history.

Achievement of Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex

He has taken over the Duke's role in the Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme, attending Gold Award ceremonies around the world ever since his father began to relinquish some of his duties due to old age.

Salary 2020

Not known

Net Worth 2020

$1 Million - $2 Million (Approx.)

Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex family life

In June 1999, he married Sophie Rhys-Jones, a public relations executive. James is the couple's son, while Lady Louise is their daughter.

Associations of Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex

He is Queen Elizabeth II's son.

Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex Height, Weight & Physique Measurements

Weight	in kg - N/A
Height	183 cm
Eye Color	N/A
Hair Color	N/A

Family Members

Name	Relationship	Net worth	Profession
Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon	Aunt		N/A
Prince Andrew, Duke of York	Brother	$1 Million - $2 Million (Approx.)	Prince
Charles, Prince of Wales	Brother	$1 Million - $2 Million (Approx.)	Prince
James, Viscount Severn	Children		N/A
Lady Louise Windsor	Children		N/A
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh	Father		N/A
Queen Elizabeth II	Mother	$1 Million - $2 Million (Approx.)	Historical Personalities
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex	Nephew		N/A
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge	Nephew		N/A
Princess Eugenie	Niece	$10 Million	Prince
Princess Beatrice	Niece	$10 Million	Prince
Anne, Princess Royal	Sister	$1 Million - $2 Million (Approx.)	Prince
Sophie, Countess of Wessex	Spouse	$1 Million - $2 Million (Approx.)	Countess