Charles, Prince of Wales (Charles Philip Arthur George; born 14 November 1948) is the heir apparent to the British throne as the eldest son of Elizabeth II. He has been Duke of Cornwall and Duke of Rothesay since 1952, and he is the oldest and longest-serving heir apparent in British history.
He is also the longest-serving Prince of Wales, having held that title since 1958. Charles was born at Buckingham Palace as the first grandchild of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. He was educated at Cheam and Gordonstoun schools, which his father, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, had attended as a child. Charles also spent a year at the Timbertop campus of Geelong Grammar School in Victoria, Australia.
What it will mean for monarchy if doctors force Queen, 95, to step down from royal duties
ok.co.ukHer Majesty the Queen has spent an incredible 69 years on the throne - that’s more than any other British monarch in history!
Elizabeth II was thrust into royal duties at the tender age of 27 and she’s dedicated her life to her country ever since. It’s been a tough year for the Queen, 95, who lost her husband Prince Philip in April and launched herself back into royal duties.
And after spending a night in hospital, worried doctors could prescribe an end to her reign. But who will take the crown? And what does it mean for Kate and William?
If the Queen steps down, this is what could happen to our monarchy... Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photo shoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.
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