royal family

Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle, and Jack Brooksbank aren’t the first commoners to marry into the royal family. Despite it initially being frowned upon, a handful of princes, princesses, and even a king married commoners. And while it might seem like the new norm — especially since the king or queen no longer arranges marriages — …

Have you ever wondered how tall Queen Elizabeth II is? She looks pretty small next to Prince Philip, Prince Charles, Prince William, and Prince Harry. But she's actually taller than you probably think.

Does Queen Elizabeth II need a passport to travel internationally? And does she need a driver's license to drive? Here's what you need to know about the queen's identification.

It’s royal wedding crunch time for Princess Eugenie and her fiancé, Jack Brooksbank. The royal couple is set to wed on October 12, 2018, at Windsor Castle — just like her cousin, Prince Harry did back in May. And, with the wedding nearly two weeks away, royal family fans can’t help but wonder, what will …

Real estate is a big part of being royal. Not only does the queen own multiple properties across the United Kingdom, but she also gifts residences to her children and grandchildren, too. From the apartments at Kensington Palace to the estate homes on the grounds of Windsor Castle, the Mountbatten-Windsors have it made. That said, …

Prince Charles isn’t the only divorcee in the royal family. Both Princess Anne and Prince Andrew also divorced their first husband and wife. But, while Prince Andrew allegedly still shares a home with his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, his older siblings have since moved on and re-married. That said, many still wonder about Princess Anne’s relationship …

Just about every time we see members of the royal family they’re smiling, waving, and shaking hands with crowds of people who have turned out at an event and lined the streets to meet them. Of course, they can’t shake hands with all of their fans but it looks like they make an effort to reach …

In the royal family, official titles are important — so much so that they bypass the royal family’s last name altogether. As it turns out, there’s a reason for this. Aside from the significance of a royal dukedom, the royal family didn’t always have a surname. Which is in part why they don’t seem to …

They may get royal treatment. But here's a look at some of the things the royal family does for themselves.

Sarah Ferguson, Duchess Of York might be one of the most controversial royals of all time. Take an inside look at her audacious life.

As a working royal, does Kate Middleton earn a salary? Here's how money works for one of the most visible members of the royal family.

Amid the catfights and smackdowns on The Real Housewives franchise, a hint of royalty exists. Some of the women on the reality series married into royalty or have distinct connections to a family member. Others have rumored ties to royalty. While some Bravo women have ties to the British royal family, others are linked to royalty …

Queen Elizabeth II has said that 1992 was the worst year of her reign for her and the royal family. Here's what was going on at the time.

At Buckingham Palace, family rules are important. They govern everything from what royal family members are allowed to wear to how they greet each other while on official business. Everyone in the family must bow or curtsy to Queen Elizabeth II — after all, she is the reigning monarch! But, the queen isn’t the only …

With her royal wedding nearly two weeks away, royal fans want to know: What will Princess Eugenie’s wedding be like? And, how will it compare to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s royal wedding? Despite getting married at the same venue, in the same year, the Princess of York’s wedding will likely be different from her …

It's not always easy to figure out who's related to whom in the British royal family. The family tree is big and complicated (and the line of succession isn't any better). How is Queen Elizabeth II related to Queen Victoria? Here's what you need to know.

Meghan Markle may be Prince Harry's wife, but she's also an activist. Here's a look at every time she stood up for women in the past.

If you’ve seen photos of Prince Charles over the years, you may have noticed one thing that’s never changed: A bright, gold ring on his left pinky finger. Despite the fact that we’re constantly obsessing over what Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle wear every time they step out in public, we’ve never really given Charles’ …

Princess Charlotte may be a toddler. But as part of the royal family, she has to learn a special set of rules and manners.

Most would agree Meghan Markle always looks flawless. Her hair, attire, and makeup are perfect. One thing you might notice about the duchess is that she tends to wear natural lipstick colors. Although royals are encouraged not to be drastic when it comes to their look, this isn’t the reason she stays away from a …