Top 51 Celebrities With Royal Background

The royal background is commonly used to refer to people who are either related by blood or have close familial ties to royal families. This may include individuals with connections to princes, princesses, kings, queens or other members of the nobility. It covers both those who are distantly related as well as those who are more directly linked through marriage. The phrase is frequently utilized to indicate one’s ancestral relationship to royalty.

The world of celebrities and royalty has always captured the imagination of people around the world. We watch them on the big screen, follow their personal lives in the media and read about their experiences in magazines. But have you ever noticed that some celebrities have a royal background? From distant cousins to close family members, the links between Hollywood’s elite and aristocracy are rife with intrigue and enchantment. In this blog, we’ll explore the lives of celebrities and lesser-known royals that you may not have heard of before. 

Here are 51 celebrities with a royal background.

1. Beyoncé

Beyonc	Information
Full Name	Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter
Nicknames	Queen Bey, Bey
Birthdate	September 4, 1981
Birthplace	Houston, Texas, U.S.
Occupation	Singer, Songwriter, Businesswoman
Known For	Boundary-pushing artistry and vocal performances
Group	Destiny’s Child
Albums	Dangerously in Love, B’Day, I Am… Sasha Fierce, 4, Beyoncé, Lemonade, Renaissance, and more
Filmography	Austin Powers in Goldmember, Dreamgirls, The Lion King, and more
Record Sales	Over 200 million records worldwide
Chart-Topping Hits	“Crazy in Love,” “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It),” and more
Cultural Impact	Explored societal themes through visual albums and film
Ancestry	Louisiana Creole, French aristocrats, Acadian descent
Education	St. Mary’s Montessori School, High School for the Performing and Visual Arts
Philanthropy	Humanitarian work and social activism
Recognition	Time magazine’s 100 Women Who Defined the Last Century, Rolling Stone’s 200 Greatest Singers of All Time

Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter is an accomplished American singer, songwriter, and businesswoman, revered for her distinctive artistry, commanding stage presence, and impressive vocal abilities. Often referred to as “Queen Bey,” she has gained widespread recognition for her groundbreaking contributions to music and visual arts, cementing her status as a prominent pop culture icon. Interestingly, Beyoncé also shares a distant familial relationship with Queen Elizabeth II, as they are 25th cousins once removed.

Beyoncé, who has royal roots in Louisiana Creole ancestry, has made it big as a singer, songwriter, and actress. Standing at 5’7”, according to reports about her height, she’s known for her stunning and fierce performances on stage and stunning natural features, including her gorgeous dark curly hair.

2. Johnny Depp

Johnny Depp	Information
Full Name	Johnny Depp
Birthdate	June 9, 1963
Birthplace	Owensboro, Kentucky, U.S.
Occupation	Actor, Musician, Film Producer, Writer
Years Active	1984–present
Notable Works	Pirates of the Caribbean series, Edward Scissorhands, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Alice in Wonderland
Awards	Golden Globe Award, Screen Actors Guild Award
Collaborations	Tim Burton (Edward Scissorhands, Ed Wood, Sleepy Hollow), Wes Craven (A Nightmare on Elm Street)
Commercial Success	Pirates of the Caribbean series, Chocolat, Finding Neverland, Alice in Wonderland
Music Career	Hollywood Vampires, Alternative Rock, Hard Rock genres
Relationships	Vanessa Paradis (1998–2012), Amber Heard (2015–2017)
Children	Lily-Rose Depp
Production Company	Infinitum Nihil
Legal Controversies	Highly publicized defamation cases with Amber Heard, media attention on abuse allegations
Ancestry	English, French, German, and Irish descent with claims of Native American heritage (disputed)

John Christopher Depp II is a highly regarded American actor and musician, boasting a remarkable career that has earned him numerous prestigious awards, such as a Golden Globe, a Screen Actors Guild Award, multiple Academy Award nominations, and two BAFTA Award nominations. 

Despite his incredible success, Depp also shares a surprising ancestral connection with Queen Elizabeth II. Their lineage can be traced back to a shared ancestor in Edward III, making Depp the Queen’s 20th cousin.

3. Angelina Jolie

Angelina Jolie	Information
Full Name	Angelina Jolie
Birthdate	June 4, 1975
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Citizenship	United States, Cambodia
Occupations	Actress, Filmmaker, Humanitarian
Years Active	1982–present
Spouses	Jonny Lee Miller, Billy Bob Thornton, Brad Pitt
Children	6
Parents	Jon Voight (father), Marcheline Bertrand (mother)
Relatives	James Haven (brother), Barry Voight (uncle), Chip Taylor (uncle)
Awards	Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, Three-time Golden Globe Awards winner
Major Films	Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Mr. & Mrs. Smith, Wanted, Salt, The Tourist, Maleficent, Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, Eternals
Directorial Works	In the Land of Blood and Honey, Unbroken, First They Killed My Father
Humanitarian Efforts	Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award recipient, Honorary Dame Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George
Advocacy	Refugees, conservation, education, women’s rights
Public Recognition	Named one of the most powerful and influential people in the American entertainment industry, world’s most beautiful woman by various media outlets
Personal Life	Divorced from Jonny Lee Miller, Billy Bob Thornton, and Brad Pitt; six children (including three adopted internationally)
Education	Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute
Early Life	Born to actors Jon Voight and Marcheline Bertrand in Los Angeles, California, sister of actor James Haven, niece of singer-songwriter Chip Taylor and geologist/volcanologist Barry Voight
Challenges	Overcame emotional struggles, self-harm, eating disorder, and drug use in her teenage years
Reconciliation	Rebuilt relationship with father Jon Voight after a period of estrangement following her mother’s death

Angelina Jolie is a celebrated American actress, filmmaker, and philanthropist, widely recognized for her exceptional talent in the entertainment industry. With a decorated career that includes an Academy Award and three Golden Globe Awards, she has been named the highest-paid actress in Hollywood on numerous occasions. 

Interestingly, Jolie can also trace her ancestry back to French royalty through her mother, Marie Bertrand, and her lineage can be linked all the way back to Philip II, a 12th-century French king and the son of Louis VII. This connection also makes Jolie related to Marie of France, a significant figure in French royalty in that era and Phillip’s half-sister. In addition to this, Jolie and Her Royal Highness Queen Elizabeth II share ancestry and are 26th cousins. Jolie has even developed a close bond with the Royal family in recent years.

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4. Ellen Degeneres

Ellen Degeneres	Information
Full Name	Ellen DeGeneres
Birth Name	Ellen Lee DeGeneres
Born	January 26, 1958
Birthplace	Metairie, Louisiana, U.S.
Medium	Stand-up, television, film, books
Education	University of New Orleans
Years Active	1978–present
Genres	Observational comedy, satire, surreal humor, clean comedy
Subject(s)	American culture, LGBT culture, pop culture, current events
Spouse	Portia de Rossi
Parent(s)	Betty DeGeneres
Relative(s)	Vance DeGeneres (brother)
Notable Achievements	Primetime Emmy Award winner for “The Puppy Episode” in the sitcom Ellen
Notable Ventures	Founder of production company, A Very Good Production
Notable Books	Author of four books
Notable Talk Show	Hosted The Ellen DeGeneres Show from 2003 to 2022
Notable Films	Starred in Mr. Wrong, EDtv, Finding Nemo, and Finding Dory
Notable Contributions	Served as a judge on American Idol

Ellen Lee DeGeneres, often referred to mononymously as Ellen, is an American comedian, television host, actress, writer, and producer. She starred in the sitcom Ellen from 1994 to 1998, which earned her a Primetime Emmy Award for “The Puppy Episode”. 

There have been rumors that Ellen DeGeneres is a distant cousin of the future Queen of England, Kate Middleton, through a familial link with Sir Thomas Fairfax. Regarding Prince George, Ellen has previously joked about her supposed distant relationship with him during an episode of her talk show, saying she tried to use it to get invited to his second birthday party but was unsuccessful.

5. Madonna

Madonna	Information
Full Name	Madonna Louise Ciccone
Birthdate	August 16, 1958
Birthplace	Bay City, Michigan, U.S.
Occupations	Singer, songwriter, actress
Nickname	Queen of Pop
Notable Achievements	Continual reinvention and versatility in music, control over every aspect of her career
Works	Albums, songs, singles, videos, concerts, films, books, fashion brands
Spouses	Sean Penn, Guy Ritchie
Partner	Carlos Leon
Children	6, including Lourdes Leon
Organizations	Ray of Light Foundation, Raising Malawi
Popularity and Influence	Widely recognized cultural figure, controversial and critically acclaimed works
Record Sales	Over 300 million records worldwide
Chart Success	Most successful solo artist on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100
Touring Revenue	Highest-grossing female touring artist worldwide
Recognition	Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, ranked among greatest artists and songwriters by Rolling Stone, VH1, MTV, and Billboard

Madonna Louise Ciccone is a highly acclaimed American singer, songwriter, and actress who has earned the title “Queen of Pop” due to her unmatched talent for reinvention and versatility in all aspects of her music career, including writing, producing, and visual presentation. 

Furthermore, It has been discovered by the New England Historic Genealogical Society in Boston that Madonna’s ancestry can be traced back to the French-Canadian couple Madeleine Ernard and Zacharie Cloutier (1617-1708). This connection makes her a ninth cousin (once removed) to Camilla Parker Bowles, the Duchess of Cornwall.

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6. Hilary Duff

Hilary Duff	Information
Full Name	Hilary Erhard Duff
Birthdate	September 28, 1987
Birthplace	Houston, Texas, U.S.
Occupations	Actress, singer, author
Years active	1993–present
Spouses	Mike Comrie (m. 2010; div. 2016), Matthew Koma (m. 2019)
Children	3
Relatives	Haylie Duff (sister)
Awards	Seven Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards, four Teen Choice Awards,
Musical Career	Genres: Pop, dance, rock
Labels	Buena Vista, Hollywood, RCA, Walt Disney
Notable TV Series	“Lizzie McGuire,” “Younger,” “How I Met Your Father”
Notable Films	“The Lizzie McGuire Movie,” “A Cinderella Story,”
Notable Albums	“Metamorphosis,” “Hilary Duff,” “Most Wanted,” “Dignity”
Best-selling Novels	Elixir trilogy (Elixir, Devoted, True)
Business Ventures	Fashion lines (Stuff by Hilary Duff, Femme for DKNY,

Hilary Erhard Duff is an American actress and singer. She is the recipient of various accolades, including seven Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards, four Teen Choice Awards and two Young Artist Awards. 

FindMyPast.com gave Duff the title of “America’s most royal celebrity” due to her status as the closest American celebrity relative of the Queen. Duff is the 18th cousin of Queen Elizabeth through Alexander Spotswood, an officer of the British Army and the 10th great-grandson of Edward III. 

7. Tom Hanks

Tom Hanks	Information
Full Name	Tom Hanks
Birthdate	July 9, 1956
Birthplace	Concord, California, U.S.
Nationality	American
Occupation	Actor, Filmmaker
Known For	Versatility in comedic and dramatic roles
Box Office Success	Films grossed over $4.9 billion in North America
Awards	AFI Life Achievement Award, Kennedy Center Honor,
Major Collaborations	Steven Spielberg, Ron Howard, Nora Ephron,
Notable Films	Philadelphia, Forrest Gump, Saving Private Ryan,
Television Success	Primetime Emmy Awards for producing limited series
Education	Chabot College, California State University, Sacramento
Personal Life	Married to Rita Wilson since 1988, four children
Charitable Contributions	Supported various causes and organizations

Thomas Jeffrey Hanks is an esteemed American actor and filmmaker who has won the hearts of audiences worldwide with his unparalleled range of performances in both comic and serious roles. 

He is widely recognized as an iconic figure in American pop culture, and his fame knows no bounds. Besides, Hanks is also distantly related to Queen Elizabeth, as they share the same ancestor in King John, with Hanks being the monarch’s 24th cousin.

8. Paris Hilton

Paris Hilton	Information
Full Name	Paris Whitney Hilton
Birthdate	February 17, 1981
Birthplace	New York City, U.S.
Occupations	Media personality, businesswoman, socialite, model, actress, singer, DJ
Family Background	Great-granddaughter of Conrad Hilton, founder of Hilton Hotels
Breakthrough	Starred in the reality TV series “The Simple Life” alongside Nicole Richie
Published Book	Author of “Confessions of an Heiress” (2004), a New York Times Best Seller
Film Debut	Played a major role in the horror film “House of Wax” (2005)
Music Career	Released her debut studio album, “Paris” (2006), which reached number six on the Billboard 200
Reality TV Ventures	Hosted and appeared in various reality TV shows
Business Ventures	Successfully launched product lines including fragrance, fashion, and accessories
Podcast	Hosts “I am Paris” podcast on iHeartRadio
Charitable Work	Supports organizations such as the Starlight Children’s Foundation and the Make-A-Wish Foundation
Education	Attended various schools, including the Buckley School and the Professional Children’s School
Personal Challenges	Overcame troubled teen years and attended boarding schools
Ancestry	Norwegian, German, Italian, English, Irish, and Scottish heritage
Conservative Background	Raised in a strict and sheltered environment
Fashion and Media Influence	Appeared in magazines such as Vogue and FHM
Entrepreneurship	Established her own lifestyle brand and opened self-branded boutiques worldwide
Social Circle	Connected with notable figures like Lionel Richie, Donald Trump, and Michael Jackson

Paris Whitney Hilton is an American media personality, businesswoman, socialite, model, actress, singer, and DJ. Born in New York City, and raised there and in Los Angeles, California, she is a great-granddaughter of Conrad Hilton, the founder of Hilton Hotels. 

Paris Hilton has claimed to have links to the British Royal Family and according to a 2022 article in the Mirror, she is a distant relative of Queen Elizabeth II. Paris Hilton stated in a 2020 Tatler interview that she had “traced her ancestry back to King Henry II” on her father’s side of the family. While her familial connection to royalty is distant, she has been photographed alongside members of the royal family on several occasions, including Prince William and Prince Harry.

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9. Ozzy Osbourne

Ozzy Osbourne	Information
Full Name	John Michael “Ozzy” Osbourne
Date of Birth	3 December 1948
Age	74
Birthplace	Marston Green, Warwickshire, England
Occupation	Singer, songwriter, television personality
Associated Band	Black Sabbath
Genre	Heavy metal, glam metal, hard rock, doom metal, shock rock
Influential Albums	Paranoid, Master of Reality, Sabbath Bloody Sabbath
Solo Career	13 studio albums, multi-platinum certifications in the US
Contribution to Black Sabbath	Rejoined in 1997, recorded final studio album “13” (2013)
Honors	Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, UK Music Hall of Fame inductee
Album Sales	Over 100 million albums sold from Black Sabbath and solo work
TV Appearances	MTV reality show “The Osbournes,” “Ozzy & Jack’s World Detour”
Personal Life	Married to Sharon Osbourne, five children (Aimee, Kelly, and Jack Osbourne)
Early Life	Raised in Birmingham, England
Musical Inspiration	Inspired by The Beatles
Solo Project	Formed the band Blizzard of Ozz
Temporary Departure	Left Black Sabbath in 1978 to pursue solo project
Substance Abuse Issues	Ejected from Black Sabbath in 1979 due to alleged unreliability and excessive substance use
Replacement	Former Rainbow vocalist Ronnie James Dio replaced Osbourne in Black Sabbath

John Michael “Ozzy” Osbourne is an English singer, songwriter, and television personality. He rose to prominence during the 1970s as the lead vocalist of the heavy metal band Black Sabbath, during which period he adopted the nickname “Prince of Darkness”. 

According to genealogical research, he is distantly related to both Russian Tsar Nicholas II and English King George I. Ozzy Osbourne is a highly acclaimed musician known for his work with Black Sabbath and his solo career. He has won multiple awards throughout his career, including Grammy Awards and MTV Video Music Awards.

10. Brad Pitt

Brad Pitt	Information
Full Name	Brad Pitt
Birthdate	December 18, 1963
Birthplace	Shawnee, Oklahoma, U.S.
Alma Mater	University of Missouri
Occupations	Actor, Film Producer
Years Active	1987–present
Spouses	Jennifer Aniston, Angelina Jolie
Children	6
Relatives	Douglas Pitt (brother)
Awards	2 Academy Awards, 2 BAFTA Awards, 2 Golden Globe Awards, 1 Primetime Emmy Award
Production Company	Co-founder of Plan B Entertainment
Notable Films	Thelma & Louise, A River Runs Through It, Legends of the Fall, Fight Club, Ocean’s Eleven, 12 Monkeys, Mr. & Mrs. Smith, Inglourious Basterds, Moneyball, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Philanthropy	Active involvement in various charitable initiatives and relief efforts
Cultural Influence	Recognized as one of the most powerful and influential figures in the entertainment industry

William Bradley “Brad” Pitt is an American actor and film producer. He is the recipient of various accolades, including two Academy Awards, two British Academy Film Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award.

Pitt’s roots go back to the 12th century, with King Henry II of England, which makes him the Queen’s 25th cousin, twice removed. Henry II was the husband of Eleanor of Aquitaine, the first wife of Louis VII, Philip II’s father

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11. Hugh Laurie 

Hugh Laurie	Information
Full Name	Hugh Laurie
Birthdate	June 11, 1959
Birthplace	Blackbird Leys, Oxfordshire, England
Alma Mater	Selwyn College, Cambridge
Occupations	Actor, comedian, writer, musician
Notable Collaborations	Fry and Laurie, Stephen Fry, Rowan Atkinson, Emma Thompson
TV Series	House, Blackadder, A Bit of Fry & Laurie, Jeeves and Wooster
Film Appearances	Sense and Sensibility, 101 Dalmatians, Stuart Little
Awards and Recognition	3 Golden Globe Awards, 2 Screen Actors Guild Awards, 10 Primetime Emmy Award nominations
Music Career	Blues albums: Let Them Talk (2011), Didn’t It Rain (2013)
Novelist	Author of the novel The Gun Seller (1996)
Honors	OBE (Order of the British Empire), CBE (Commander of the British Empire)
Athletic Background	Successful rower, member of Leander Club, participated in Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race

James Hugh Calum Laurie is an English actor, comedian, writer, and musician. He first gained recognition for his work as one half of the comedy double act Fry and Laurie with Stephen Fry.

Hugh Laurie is another celebrity with royal blood. He is related to the Earls of Ranfurly, who were a prominent family in Northern Ireland and held titles in the peerage of Ireland and the United Kingdom. One of his distant ancestors was the 1st Earl of Ranfurly, and his family has ties to the British aristocracy and royalty.

12. Jake Gyllenhaal

Jake Gyllenhaal	Information
Full Name	Jake Gyllenhaal
Birthdate	December 19, 1980
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Alma Mater	Columbia University
Occupations	Actor, Producer
Years Active	1991–present
Notable Roles	Homer Hickam in “October Sky” (1999) Donnie Darko in “Donnie Darko” (2001) Jack Twist in “Brokeback Mountain” (2005) Quentin Beck/Mysterio in “Spider-Man: Far From Home” (2019) Louis Bloom in “Nightcrawler” (2014) Edward Sheffield/Tony Hastings in “Nocturnal Animals” (2016)
Stage Performances	“This Is Our Youth” (West End) “Sunday in the Park with George” (Broadway) “Constellations” (Broadway) “Sea Wall/A Life” (Broadway)
Philanthropy	Vocal about political and social issues

Jacob Benjamin Gyllenhaal is an American actor. Born into the Gyllenhaal family, he is the son of director Stephen Gyllenhaal and screenwriter Naomi Foner, and his older sister is actress Maggie Gyllenhaal. 

Jake Gyllenhaal has a distant connection to the royalty. Reportedly, he and his sister, Maggie, are 19th cousins of Queen Elizabeth II of England. They traced their lineage back to King Edward III, who ruled England from 1327 to 1377. Jake Gyllenhaal is a well-respected actor known for his outstanding performances in movies like ‘Brokeback Mountain’, ‘Nightcrawler’, and ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’. 

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13. Michael Douglas

Michael Douglas	Information
Full Name	Michael Kirk Douglas
Born	September 25, 1944 (age 78)
Birthplace	New Brunswick, New Jersey, U.S.
Citizenship	United States, United Kingdom (Bermuda)
Education	University of California, Santa Barbara (B.A. 1968)
Occupations	Actor, film producer
Years active	1966–present
Spouses	Diandra Luker (m. 1977; div. 2000), Catherine Zeta-Jones (m. 2000)
Children	3, including Cameron Douglas
Parent(s)	Kirk Douglas, Diana Dill
Notable Films	One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (producer), Wall Street (Best Actor Oscar), Fatal Attraction, Basic Instinct, The War of the Roses, The American President, The Game, Traffic, Wonder Boys
Television Work	The Streets of San Francisco (nominated for three consecutive Emmy Awards), Behind the Candelabra (Primetime Emmy Award), The Kominsky Method (Golden Globe Award)
Awards and Honors	Academy Awards (2), Golden Globe Awards (5), Primetime Emmy Award, Cecil B. DeMille Award, AFI Life Achievement Award, Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie
Humanitarian Work	Board member of the Nuclear Threat Initiative, honorary board member of Ploughshares Fund, United Nations Messenger of Peace
Family Background	Son of actors Kirk Douglas and Diana Dill, Jewish paternal heritage, English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh, French, Belgian, Dutch ancestry on his mother’s side
Production Companies	Bigstick Productions, The Bryna Company, Stonebridge Entertainment, Douglas/Reuther Productions, Further Films

Michael Kirk Douglas is an American actor and film producer. He has received numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards, five Golden Globe Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, the Cecil B. DeMille Award, and the AFI Life Achievement Award.

Michael Douglas hails from a well-known family, but did you realize he has royal ancestry? Because the Douglas family is linked to King Edward III, Michael is the Queen’s 19th cousin once removed.

14. Céline Dion

C line Dion	Information
Full Name	Céline Marie Claudette Dion
Birthdate	March 30, 1968
Birthplace	Charlemagne, Quebec, Canada
Occupation	Singer
Years Active	1980–present
Spouse	René Angélil
Children	3
Parent	Thérèse Dion (mother)
Genres	Pop, rock, R&B, gospel, classical
Languages	English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Latin, Japanese, Chinese
Record Sales	Estimated at 200 million worldwide
Best-Selling Artist	Best-selling Canadian recording artist and French-language artist
Grammy Awards	5
Honorary Doctorates	Music degrees from Berklee College of Music and Université Laval
Billboard Titles	“Queen of Adult Contemporary” and sixth all-time best-performing female soloist in Billboard 200 history
Live Performances	A New Day… on the Las Vegas Strip (2003–07) and the Taking Chances World Tour (2008–09)
Notable Songs	“The Power of Love,” “Think Twice,” “Because You Loved Me,” “My Heart Will Go On”
Accolades	Recognized by IFPI for selling over 50 million albums in Europe, numerous diamond certifications
Cultural Impact	Regarded as one of the greatest singers in music history, significant influence on the power ballad genre
Philanthropy	Involved in charitable activities and foundations

Céline Marie Claudette Dion is a highly accomplished Canadian singer, recognized as the “Queen of Power Ballads” for her impressive vocal abilities spanning genres of pop, rock, R&B, gospel, and classical music.

Interestingly, Dion shares a familial connection with the iconic Madonna, as both are descendants of Jean Guyon, one of Quebec’s earliest settlers. Specifically, they are 10th cousins twice removed through Guyon’s lineage. Moreover, they are also 10th cousins once removed through another Quebec pioneer, Zacharie Cloutier.

15. Jamie Lee Curtis

Jamie Lee Curtis	Information
Full Name	Jamie Lee Curtis
Birthdate	November 22, 1958
Birthplace	Santa Monica, California, U.S.
Education	Choate Rosemary Hall
Occupations	Actress, producer, author
Years Active	1977–present
Spouse	Christopher Guest (m. 1984)
Children	2
Relatives	Tony Curtis (father), Janet Leigh (mother), Kelly Curtis (sister), Allegra Curtis (half-sister)
Awards	Academy Award, BAFTA, Golden Globes
Notable Films	Halloween franchise, Trading Places, A Fish Called Wanda, True Lies, Knives Out
Genre Focus	Horror, slasher, comedy
Box Office Success	Films have grossed over $2.5 billion at the box office
Golden Globe Nominations	Seven Golden Globe nominations
Children’s Author	Author of children’s books

Jamie Lee Curtis also has a royal connection in her family. According to genealogical research, she is a descendant of King Henry VIII, who famously ruled England during the 16th century and was known for his many marriages and disputes with the Catholic Church. 

Curtis is a distant descendant of Henry VIII through her maternal grandfather, who traced the family’s lineage back to the Tudor monarch. Besides, She is a well-respected actress known for her roles in movies such as “Halloween”, “True Lies”, and “Knives Out”, and has won several awards over the course of her career, including a Golden Globe.

16.  Alec Baldwin

Name	Alexander Rae Baldwin III
Date of birth	Apr 3, 1958
Place of birth	Amityville, New York, U.S
Occupation	Actor, producer and comedian

Alexander Rae Baldwin III is an American actor, comedian, and producer. In his early career, Baldwin played both leading and supporting roles in a variety of films such as Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice, Mike Nichols’ Working Girl, Jonathan Demme’s Married to the Mob, and Oliver Stone’s Talk Radio.

Alec Baldwin reportedly has a royal lineage. According to genealogical research, he is a distant relative of Queen Elizabeth II and is her 29th cousin, twice removed. Baldwin’s lineage can be traced back to King Edward I of England, who reigned from 1272 to 1307. He has won numerous awards throughout his career, including Emmy Awards and Golden Globe Awards.

17. Hugh Grant

Hugh Grant	Information
Full Name	Hugh John Mungo Grant
Birthdate	September 9, 1960 (age 62)
Birthplace	Hammersmith, London, England
Occupation	English actor
Early Career	Acclaimed period dramas: “Maurice” and “The Remains of the Day”
Breakthrough	“Four Weddings and a Funeral” (1994)
Notable Films	“Notting Hill,” “Bridget Jones’s Diary,” “About a Boy”
Transition	Critical acclaim: “Florence Foster Jenkins,” “Paddington 2”
Television Success	BBC miniseries “A Very English Scandal,” HBO miniseries “The Undoing”
Additional Skills	Comic skills with nonchalant sarcasm and characteristic mannerisms
Activism	Criticized News Corporation during phone hacking scandal
Royal Ancestry	Descends from notable historical figures
Education	New College, Oxford
Acting Journey	Started in “Privileged,” formed sketch-comedy group
Box Office Success	Films grossed nearly US$3 billion worldwide
Accolades	British Academy Film Award, Golden Globe Award, Honorary César
Recognition	Named one of Britain’s 50 greatest actors of all time

Hugh John Mungo Grant is an English actor. He established himself early in his career as a charming and vulnerable romantic leading man and has since transitioned into a more dramatic character actor. Among his accolades, he has received a British Academy Film Award, a Golden Globe Award, and an Honorary César. 

Hugh Grant is known to have a royal background. He is a descendant of King Henry VII through his mother’s side of the family, which makes him distantly related to Queen Elizabeth II. Specifically, he is the Queen’s 9th cousin.

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18. Laura Dern

Laura Dern	Information
Full Name	Laura Elizabeth Dern
Date of Birth	February 10, 1967
Place of Birth	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation	Actress, Producer
Years Active	1973–present
Spouse	Ben Harper (married 2005, divorced 2013)
Children	2
Parents	Bruce Dern (father), Diane Ladd (mother)
Relatives	George Dern (great-grandfather), Andrew MacLeish (great-great-grandfather), Archibald MacLeish (great-granduncle)
Awards	Academy Award, Primetime Emmy Award, BAFTA Award, Golden Globe Awards (5)
Notable Films	Mask, Blue Velvet, Wild at Heart, Jurassic Park, Wild, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Little Women, Marriage Story
Collaboration with David Lynch	Blue Velvet, Wild at Heart, Inland Empire
Television Roles	Big Little Lies, Twin Peaks: The Return
Education	Attended UCLA, withdrew after two days to film Blue Velvet
Breakthrough Performance	Smooth Talk
Notable Awards	Academy Award for Marriage Story, Golden Globe Awards for Enlightened and Big Little Lies
Other Achievements	First mother-daughter duo to be nominated for Academy Awards (Rambling Rose), Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Ellen
Collaboration with Steven Spielberg	Jurassic Park, Jurassic Park III, Jurassic World Dominion
Personal Life	Raised Catholic, developed scoliosis as a child, godmother is Shelley Winters

Laura Dern also has a connection to royalty through her family’s lineage. She is a direct descendant of Edward I, who was King of England from 1272 to 1307. Edward I is known for his military campaigns in Wales and Scotland during his reign, as well as his role in the construction of many castles throughout England.

Dern’s connection to royalty was discovered while researching her family’s ancestry for the TV show “Who Do You Think You Are?”. Besides, She is widely known for her impressive acting career, having won several awards for her roles in movies such as “Marriage Story”, “Wild”, and “Star Wars: The Last Jedi”.

19. Benedict Cumberbatch

Benedict Cumberbatch	Information
Full Name	Benedict Timothy Carlton Cumberbatch
Birthdate	July 19, 1976
Birthplace	Hammersmith, London, England
Nationality	British
Occupation	Actor
Years Active	1998–present
Spouse	Sophie Hunter (married in 2015)
Children	3
Parents	Timothy Carlton (father), Wanda Ventham (mother)
Relatives	Henry Carlton Cumberbatch (grandfather), Henry Alfred Cumberbatch (great-grandfather), Robert William Cumberbatch (great-great-grandfather)
Awards	BAFTA TV Award, Primetime Emmy Award, Laurence Olivier Award
Education	Victoria University of Manchester, London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art
Theatre Highlights	Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actor for “Frankenstein,” lead role in “Hamlet” at the Barbican Theatre
Television Highlights	Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie for “Sherlock,” BAFTA TV Award for Best Actor for “Patrick Melrose”
Film Highlights	Academy Award nominations for “The Imitation Game” and “The Power of the Dog,” roles in blockbuster films like “Star Trek Into Darkness,” “The Hobbit” series, and the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Dr. Stephen Strange
Honors	Time 100 Most Influential People, CBE for services to performing arts and charity

Benedict Timothy Carlton Cumberbatch is a highly acclaimed English actor known for his exceptional work on both stage and screen. He has garnered numerous awards throughout his career, including a BAFTA TV Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Laurence Olivier Award. Additionally, he has been nominated for two Academy Awards, two BAFTA Film Awards, and four Golden Globes.

Cumberbatch’s talent and achievements are renowned and revered, but it is perhaps less widely known that he has a royal lineage. He is a direct descendant of King Richard III of England and even had the opportunity to play the role of his ancestor in a BBC television series. In 2015, Cumberbatch read a poem at the reburial ceremony for Richard III in Leicester Cathedral, showcasing his connection to the monarch who ruled England in the late 15th century

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20. Kate Middleton

Kate Middleton	Information
Full Name	Catherine Elizabeth Middleton
Birthdate	January 9, 1982
Birthplace	Royal Berkshire Hospital, Reading, Berkshire, England
Spouse	William, Prince of Wales
Issue	Prince George of Wales Princess Charlotte of Wales Prince Louis of Wales
House	Windsor (by marriage)
Father	Michael Middleton
Mother	Carole Goldsmith
Alma Mater	Marlborough College British Institute of Florence University of St Andrews
Patronage	Anna Freud Centre Action for Children SportsAid National Portrait Gallery
Charity Work	Royal Foundation projects Early childhood care Addiction Art
Mental Health	Heads Together campaign for mental health awareness
Fashion Influence	“Kate Middleton effect” in British and American fashion
Influence Recognition	Listed as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World
Princess of Wales	Since September 2022
Family Background	Upper-middle-class family background
Siblings	Younger sister Philippa Younger brother James
Education	St Andrew’s School Marlborough College University of St Andrews (Art History, MA Hons)
Residence	Anmer Hall, Sandringham Estate (wedding gift) Kensington Palace (Apartment 1A)

Kate Middleton is a member of the British royal family. She is married to Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, who is second in line to the British throne after his father, Prince Charles. After their marriage in April 2011, she was given the formal title of Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge. Middleton has become a prominent public figure in her own right and is involved in various philanthropic efforts alongside her husband and other members of the royal family.

21. Brooke Shields

Brooke Shields	Information
Full Name	Brooke Christa Shields
Born	May 31, 1965
Birthplace	New York City, New York, U.S.
Education	Princeton University (BA)
Occupations	Actress, Model
Years Active	1966–present
Height	6 ft 0 in
Spouse(s)	Andre Agassi, Chris Henchy
Children	2
Parent(s)	Francis Alexander Shields, Teri Shields
Notable Films	Pretty Baby, The Blue Lagoon, Endless Love
TV Shows	Suddenly Susan, Lipstick Jungle, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Other Ventures	Voice acting in Mr. Pickles and Momma Named Me Sheriff
Ancestral Links	Italian noble families: Gattilusi-Palaiologos-Savoy, Grimaldi, Imperiali, Carafa, Doria, Doria-Pamphili-Landi, Chigi-Albani, Torlonia
Paternal grandmother	Italian noblewoman Marina Torlonia di Civitella-Cesi
Personal Achievements	People’s Choice Award, Golden Globe nominations
Academic Pursuits	Graduated from Princeton University with a BA in Romance Languages
Published Works	Autobiography: On Your Own
Philanthropy	USO tours with Bob Hope

Brooke Christa Shields is an accomplished American actress and model who made her entry into the modeling world as a child model. At the young age of 12, she received critical acclaim for her leading role in Louis Malle’s film Pretty Baby. While Shields’ confidence has always exuded a regal air, it may come as no surprise to learn that she also has royal blood. 

As a matter of fact, she is the 18th cousin once removed of Queen Elizabeth, thanks to her connection through Henry II of France. In addition, her family tree boasts some other notable historical figures, such as Catherine de Medici, Lucrezia Borgia, Charlemagne, El Cid, William the Conqueror, and King Harold II.

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22. Dakota Fanning

Dakota Fanning	Information
Full Name	Dakota Fanning
Birthdate	February 23, 1994
Birthplace	Conyers, Georgia, U.S.
Other Names	Hannah Dakota Fanning
Alma Mater	New York University (BA)
Occupation	Actress
Years Active	1999–present
Relatives	Elle Fanning (sister), Rick Arrington (grandfather), Jill Arrington (aunt)
Notable Film Performances	Lucy Dawson in “I Am Sam”
Television Series	“The Alienist”
Awards	Screen Actors Guild Award nomination
Philanthropy	Ambassador for Save the Children organization

According to genealogical research, actress Dakota Fanning has royal blood. She and her younger sister Elle Fanning are reportedly the 22nd great-granddaughters of King Edward III of England. Additionally, they are said to be distant cousins of Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (formerly known as Kate Middleton). 

This connection was discovered through their mother’s lineage, Heather Joy Arrington, who is the daughter of former Major League Baseball player Rick Arrington. Dakota Fanning is a highly acclaimed actress known for her roles in films such as ‘I Am Sam’, ‘War of the Worlds’, and ‘The Twilight Saga’.

23. Ralph Fiennes

Ralph Fiennes	Information
Full Name	Ralph Nathaniel Twisleton-Wykeham-Fiennes
Birthdate	22 December 1962
Birthplace	Ipswich, Suffolk, England
Citizenship	British, Serbian (honorary; since 2017)
Alma Mater	Royal Academy of Dramatic Art
Occupations	Actor, film producer, director
Years Active	1985–present
Notable Work	Schindler’s List, The English Patient, Harry Potter series
Spouse	Alex Kingston (m. 1993; div. 1997)
Partner	Francesca Annis (1995–2006)
Parents	Mark Fiennes (father), Jennifer Lash (mother)
Relatives	Joseph Fiennes (brother), Magnus Fiennes (brother), Martha Fiennes (sister), Sophie Fiennes (sister), Hero Fiennes Tiffin (nephew), Sir Ranulph Fiennes (third cousin, once removed)
Awards	BAFTA Award, Tony Award, Academy Award nominations, Emmy Award nomination
Fiennes’s voice	BBC programme Front Row, 20 November 2011

Ralph Nathaniel Twisleton-Wykeham-Fiennes is an English actor, film producer, and director. A Shakespeare interpreter, he excelled onstage at the Royal National Theatre before having further success at the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Ralph Fiennes is the brother of Joseph Fiennes, known to have royal ancestry. He is the 8th cousin of Prince Charles and is a distant relative of Queen Elizabeth II. Additionally, Ralph Fiennes comes from a family with a long history in the entertainment world and has performed with the Royal Shakespeare Company in the past.

24. Uma Thurman

Uma Thurman	Information
Full Name	Uma Karuna Thurman
Birthdate	April 29, 1970
Birthplace	Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.
Occupations	Actress, Former Model
Years Active	1985–present
Famous Films	Pulp Fiction, Kill Bill: Volume 1 and 2, Dangerous Liaisons, Gattaca, Les Misérables
Awards	Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Film
Notable TV Series	Smash, Imposters, The Slap, Chambers
Broadway Debut	The Parisian Woman (2017–2018)
Family Background	Father – Robert Thurman (Professor of Indo-Tibetan Buddhist Studies) Mother – Nena von Schlebrügge (High-Fashion Model)
Education	Attended Amherst Public Schools and Northfield Mount Hermon School
Early Career	Started as a fashion model at age 15 and transitioned to acting

Uma Karuna Thurman is an American actress and former model. She has performed in a variety of films, from romantic comedies and dramas to science fiction and action films. Following her appearances on the December 1985 and May 1986 covers of British Vogue, Thurman starred in Dangerous Liaisons.

Uma Thurman has a royal background, as her ancestry can be traced back to King Edward I of England, who was the son of King Henry III and Queen Eleanor of Provence. This makes her a distant relative of the British royal family, and she is the Queen’s 21st cousin, once removed.

25. Emily Blunt

Emily Blunt	Information
Full Name	Emily Blunt
Born	February 23, 1983
Birthplace	London, England
Citizenship	United Kingdom, United States
Occupation	Actress
Years Active	2001–present
Spouse	John Krasinski (married in 2010)
Children	2
Relatives	Peter Blunt (grandfather), Crispin Blunt (uncle)
Awards	Golden Globe Award, Screen Actors Guild Award
Notable Films	The Devil Wears Prada, The Young Victoria, Sicario, A Quiet Place
Recognitions	Forbes highest-paid actress in 2020

Emily Blunt is another celebrity with royal blood. She is a direct descendant of King George II of Great Britain through her father’s side of the family. This makes her a distant cousin of Queen Elizabeth II.

Blunt has spoken about her royal connection in interviews, and even played a royal character herself in the movie “The Young Victoria”, where she portrayed Queen Victoria. However, like many celebrities with royal ancestry, her connection to the royal family is quite distant and she does not hold a royal title or official status.

26. Sigourney Weaver

Sigourney Weaver	Information
Full Name	Sigourney Weaver
Birthdate	October 8, 1949 (age 73)
Birthplace	New York City, U.S.
Education	Stanford University (BA)
Occupations	Actress, film producer
Years Active	1971–present
Notable Works	Alien, Aliens, Avatar, Ghostbusters
Awards	British Academy Film Award, Golden Globe Awards,
Notable Roles	Ellen Ripley in Alien series, Dian Fossey in
Spouse	Jim Simpson (m. 1984)
Children	1
Parent(s)	Sylvester “Pat” Weaver Jr., Elizabeth Inglis
Relatives	Winstead “Doodles” Weaver (uncle)

Susan Alexandra “Sigourney” Weaver is an American actress. A figure in science fiction and popular culture, she has received various accolades. According to genealogical research, she is a 24th cousin once removed of Queen Elizabeth II through their shared ancestor King Henry I of England. 

Weaver has also played roles related to royalty in film, such as Queen Isabella in the movie ‘1492: Conquest of Paradise. While she has not had any official engagements with royal families, Weaver is a highly respected actress and has been nominated for Academy Awards and Golden Globe Awards throughout her career.

27. Meghan Markle

Meghan Markle	Information
Full Name	Meghan Markle
Birthdate	August 4, 1981
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation	Former Actress, Author
Alma Mater	Northwestern University
Known For	Portraying Rachel Zane in the TV series “Suits” (2011-2018)
Spouses	Trevor Engelson (2011-2014)
Children	Son: Prince Archie
House	Windsor (by marriage)
Parents	Father: Thomas Markle Sr.
Charity Work	Focused primarily on women’s issues and social justice
Retirement	Retired from acting after marriage to Prince Harry in 2018
Ventures	Co-founder of Archewell Inc., focusing on non-profit activities
Notable Works	Released children’s book “The Bench” and launched podcast “Archetypes”
Public Appearances	Interview with Oprah Winfrey and Netflix docuseries “Harry & Meghan”
Residence	Montecito, California, U.S.
Pets	Labrador: Pula

Meghan Markle, also known as the Duchess of Sussex, was born on August 4, 1981, in Los Angeles, California. After graduating, She pursued acting full-time and landed several small roles in films and television shows. 

In 2016, Meghan met Prince Harry while on a blind date set up by a mutual friend. The couple announced their engagement in November 2017 and were married in May 2018 at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle. The wedding was attended by members of the British royal family and many high-profile celebrities.

28. Emma Thompson

Emma Thompson	Information
Full Name	Emma Thompson
Birthdate	April 15, 1959 (age 64)
Birthplace	London, England
Alma Mater	Newnham College, Cambridge
Occupations	British actress, screenwriter, author
Awards	Two Academy Awards, three BAFTA Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award
Notable Works	Howards End, Sense and Sensibility, Love Actually, Saving Mr. Banks, Late Night, Cruella
Collaborations	Kenneth Branagh (ex-husband and frequent collaborator)
Children	2
Parents	Eric Thompson (father), Phyllida Law (mother)
Relatives	Sophie Thompson (sister)
Honors	Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE)
Notable Books	Peter Rabbit children’s books (authorized by Beatrix Potter)

Dame Emma Thompson is a British actress and screenwriter. Regarded as one of the finest actresses of her generation, she has received numerous accolades throughout her career spanning over four decades, including two Academy Awards, three BAFTA Awards, two Golden Globe Awards and a Primetime Emmy Award.

Emma Thompson is one of the celebrities with royal blood. She is a descendant of King Edward II of England through her mother’s side. She has been known to speak about her royal heritage in interviews, including a 2014 appearance on the BBC’s “Who Do You Think You Are?” genealogy program, where she learned about her royal connections and visited ancestral sites associated with her lineage.

29. Prince Harry

Prince Harry	Information
Full Name	Prince Harry
Title	Duke of Sussex
Birthdate	September 15, 1984
Birthplace	St Mary’s Hospital, London, England, United Kingdom
Spouse	Meghan Markle (m. 2018)
Children	Prince Archie of Sussex, Princess Lilibet of Sussex
House	Windsor
Father	Charles III
Mother	Diana, Princess of Wales
Education	Wetherby School, Ludgrove School, Eton College, Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
Military Career	British Army (2005-2015)
Wars/Battles	War in Afghanistan, Operation Herrick
Philanthropy	Founder of the Invictus Games, patron of the HALO Trust, Walking With The Wounded
Mental Health Advocacy	Co-founder of “Heads Together” mental health awareness campaign
Duke of Sussex	Granted the title in 2018
Residence	Currently resides in Southern California, USA
Archewell Inc.	Co-founder of Archewell Inc., a non-profit organization and creative media venture
Oprah Winfrey Interview	Participated in a highly-publicized interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021
Memoir Publication	Published the memoir “Spare” in 2023

Prince Harry, popularly known as the Duke of Sussex, was born on September 15, 1984, in London, England, as Henry Charles Albert David. He is Queen Elizabeth II’s grandchild because he is the younger son of Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, and the late Princess Diana. Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, is Prince Harry’s older brother.

Prince Harry is well-known for his dedication to philanthropic causes, notably those promoting the welfare of war veterans, environmental protection, and raising awareness about mental health concerns. 

30. Jake Gyllenhaal

Jake Gyllenhaal	Information
Full Name	Jake Gyllenhaal
Birthdate	December 19, 1980
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Alma Mater	Columbia University
Occupations	Actor, Producer
Years Active	1991–present
Notable Films	– “October Sky” (1999)
Stage Performances	– “This Is Our Youth” (West End production)
Political Activism	Jake Gyllenhaal is vocal about political and social issues.

Jacob Benjamin Gyllenhaal is an American actor. Born into the Gyllenhaal family, he is the son of director Stephen Gyllenhaal and screenwriter Naomi Foner, and his older sister is actress Maggie Gyllenhaal.

Actor Jake Gyllenhaal is distantly related to the British royal family, as he is reportedly the 19th cousin of Queen Elizabeth II. Gyllenhaal and his sister, actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, traced their family lineage back to King Edward III, who ruled England in the 14th century. 

31. Maggie Gyllenhaal

Maggie Gyllenhaal	Information
Full Name	Maggie Gyllenhaal
Birthdate	November 16, 1977 (age 45)
Birthplace	New York City, U.S.
Education	Columbia University (Literature and Eastern Religions)
Occupations	Actress, Filmmaker
Years active	1992–present
Spouse	Peter Sarsgaard (m. 2009)
Children	2
Parent(s)	Stephen Gyllenhaal (Father), Naomi Achs (Mother)
Siblings	Jake Gyllenhaal (Younger Brother)
Breakthrough Role	Lee Holloway in “Secretary” (2002)
Notable Films	“Donnie Darko” (2001), “The Dark Knight” (2008)
Notable TV Series	“The Honourable Woman”, “The Deuce”
Directorial Debut	“The Lost Daughter” (2021)
Marital Status	Married to Peter Sarsgaard since 2009
Additional Facts	– Comes from the Gyllenhaal family

Margalit Ruth “Maggie” Gyllenhaal is an American actress and filmmaker. Part of the Gyllenhaal family, she is the daughter of filmmakers Stephen Gyllenhaal and Naomi Achs, and the older sister of actor Jake Gyllenhaal.

The American actress has a distant familial link to the British royal family. Specifically, she is reportedly an 18th cousin, once removed, of Brooke Shields, who is also a distant relative of King Henry II of France and King Edward III of England, making Maggie a distant cousin to the British royal family. However, this familial link is quite distant and does not make her a member of a royal family.

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32. Princess Michael of Kent

Princess Michael of	Information
Full Name	Princess Michael of Kent
Born	15 January 1945, Karlsbad, Czech Republic
Nationality	British
Royal Descent	German, Austrian, Czech, and Hungarian
Spouse	Prince Michael of Kent
Children	Lord Frederick Windsor, Lady Gabriella Kingston
House	Reibnitz (by birth), Windsor (by marriage)
Occupation	Former interior designer, author
Notable Works	Author of books on European royalty
Ancestral Lineage	Descendant of noble families including the Burggrafen von Dohna
Education	Studied History of Fine and Decorative Art
Religion	Roman Catholic
Philanthropic Activities	Supports various charities and organizations
Conservation Advocacy	International royal patron for the Cheetah Conservation Fund
Academic Association	Fellow of the Linnean Society of London
Residence	Kensington Palace, London
Financial Arrangements	Pays rent for the apartment at Kensington Palace
Representation	Represented the Queen at international events and celebrations
Catholicism Advocacy	Attended events during Pope Benedict XVI’s state visit
Historical Lectures	Gives lectures on historical subjects
Language Skills	Studied Russian and took Russian lessons

Princess Michael of Kent is a member of the British royal family. She was born as Baroness Marie Christine von Reibnitz in 1945 in Czechoslovakia (now the Czech Republic), and she later moved to Australia before settling in London. She married Prince Michael of Kent, who is a grandson of King George V and Queen Mary, in 1978.

Princess Michael has been involved in various charitable causes throughout her life, with a particular focus on the arts. She is a published author and has written several books, including historical biographies and a memoir. Princess has also been involved in conservation efforts, especially for cheetahs, and has even owned pet cheetahs in the past.

33. Glenn Close

Glenn Close	Information
Full Name	Glenn Close
Birthdate	March 19, 1947
Birthplace	Greenwich, Connecticut, U.S.
Alma Mater	College of William & Mary
Occupation	Actress
Years Active	1974–present
Awards	Three Tony Awards, three Emmy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards
Academy Award Nominations	Eight nominations
American Theater Hall of Fame	Inducted in 2016
Notable Broadway Career	Three Tony Awards for “The Real Thing” (1983), “Death and the Maiden” (1992), and “Sunset Boulevard” (1995)
Notable Film Career	Eight Academy Award nominations, including roles in “Fatal Attraction” (1987) and “Dangerous Liaisons” (1988)
Notable Television Career	Primetime Emmy Award for “Serving in Silence: The Margarethe Cammermeyer Story” (1995)
Marriages	Cabot Wade, James Marlas, David Shaw
Partner(s)	Len Cariou, John Starke, Steve Beers
Children	Annie Starke
Philanthropy and Advocacy	Advocate for women’s rights, same-sex marriage, and mental health
Background	Daughter of socialite Elizabeth Mary Hester “Bettine” (Moore) and Dr. William Taliaferro Close. Raised in Greenwich, Connecticut
Honorary Degrees	Received an honorary Doctor of Arts degree
Genealogical Connections	Related to Princess Diana, Clint Eastwood, and Marjorie Post

Glenn Close is also reported to have a royal connection in her family’s history. According to genealogical research, she is a ninth cousin once removed of Princess Diana, the late former wife of Prince Charles. They are both said to be descendants of Sir William Wade, an English barrister and politician who lived in the 17th century. Close has spoken about her connection to Princess Diana in interviews, expressing her admiration for the late princess and her humanitarian work.

34. Princess Sofia

Princess Sofia	Information
Full Name	Princess Sofia
Title	Duchess of Värmland
Birthdate	December 6, 1984 (age 38)
Birthplace	Danderyd Hospital, Danderyd, Sweden
Spouse	Prince Carl Philip, Duke of Värmland
Marriage Date	2015

Princess Sofia, Duchess of Värmland, was born Sofia Kristina Hellqvist on December 6, 1984, in Täby, Sweden. Prior to her marriage to Prince Carl Philip, she was a well-known glamor model and reality TV personality in Sweden. She first gained public attention in 2005 when she appeared on the Swedish version of the reality TV show “Paradise Hotel”, which was known for its provocative content.

Sofia met Prince Carl Philip through mutual friends at a dinner in 2010. They began dating in 2011 and got engaged in June 2014. The couple married on June 13, 2015, at the Royal Palace Chapel in Stockholm, Sweden.

35. Princess Beatrice

Princess Beatrice	Information
Full Name	Princess Beatrice
Birthdate	August 8, 1988
Birthplace	Portland Hospital, London, England
Spouse	Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi
Issue	Sienna Mapelli Mozzi
House	Windsor
Father	Prince Andrew, Duke of York
Mother	Sarah, Duchess of York
Siblings	Princess Eugenie
Position in Line of Succession	9th in line to the British throne
Education	Goldsmiths, University of London (Bachelor’s degree in history)
Career	Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Afiniti
Charitable Involvement	Supports Teenage Cancer Trust and Outward Bound
Engagement and Wedding	Engaged in September 2019, wedding held on July 17, 2020
Children	Daughter named Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Mozzi, born on September 18, 2021

Princess Beatrice is a member of the British royal family. She was born on August 8, 1988, as the first child of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York. She is the granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II and holds the title of Her Royal Highness Princess Beatrice of York.

Princess Beatrice is eighth in line to the British throne, with her younger sister, Princess Eugenie, following in ninth place. Despite her place in the line of succession, she does not carry out official duties on behalf of the royal family and instead focuses on her career and philanthropic endeavors.

36. Kit Harington

Kit Harington	Information
Full Name	Kit Harington
Birthdate	December 26, 1986 (age 36)
Birthplace	Acton, West London, England
Alma Mater	Royal Central School of Speech and Drama
Occupation	Actor
Notable Roles	Jon Snow in Game of Thrones (2011–2019)
Awards/Nominations	– Golden Globe Award nominee – Primetime Emmy Award nominee
Filmography	– Pompeii (2014) – Testament of Youth (2014) – Eternals (2021) – How to Train Your Dragon 2 (2014)
Theatre	– War Horse (2009) – Lead role of Albert Narracott – Posh (2010)
Spouse	Rose Leslie (m. 2018)
Children	2
Philanthropy	– Ambassador for The Royal Mencap Society – Patron of Longlands Care Farm
Personal Life	– Married to Rose Leslie, his co-star from Game of Thrones, with two children

Kit Harington, the actor famous for playing Jon Snow in “Game of Thrones”, has a notable connection to the English monarchy through his distant ancestry. Researchers found that Harington is a direct descendant of King Charles II of England, who reigned from 1660 to 1685, through his relationship with Barbara Villiers, the Countess of Castlemaine.

It’s important to note that this ancestry does not grant Harington any official ties or titles with the royal family. Despite this connection, the actor has maintained a mostly private personal life while receiving critical acclaim for his acting work, including a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his role in “Game of Thrones”.

37. Allison Janney

Allison Janney	Information
Full Name	Allison Brooks Janney
Birthdate	November 19, 1959
Birthplace	Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.
Education	Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, Kenyon College
Occupation	Actress
Years Active	1989–present
Notable Roles	C. J. Cregg in “The West Wing,” Bonnie Plunkett in “Mom,” Margaret Scully in “Masters of Sex,” LaVona Golden in “I, Tonya”
Awards	Academy Award, BAFTA, Golden Globe, Primetime Emmy Awards
Stage Debut	“Ladies” (1989)
Broadway Debut	“Present Laughter” (1996)
Tony Award Nominations	Best Actress in a Play for “A View from the Bridge,” Best Actress in a Musical for “9 to 5”
Film Debut	“Who Shot Pat?” (1989)
Notable Films	“American Beauty,” “Juno,” “Hairspray,” “The Help,” “I, Tonya,” “Bombshell”
Height	6 ft (183 cm)
Parents	Macy Brooks Janney Jr., Jervis Spencer Janney
Siblings	Jay Janney, Hal Janney

Allison Brooks Janney is an American actress. Known for her performances across the screen and stage, she has received various accolades, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, a Golden Globe Award, and seven Primetime Emmy Awards, in addition to nominations for two Tony Awards

She is the 22nd cousin of Queen Elizabeth II, through a shared ancestor named Thomas Fairfax. While this distant family tie does not make Janney a member of a royal family, it is still an interesting piece of trivia about her genealogy. 

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38. Bill Hader

Bill Hader	Information
Full Name	Bill Hader
Birthdate	June 7, 1978
Birthplace	Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S.
Alma Mater	Scottsdale Community College
Occupations	Comedian, actor, director, television writer
Years Active	1999–present
Spouse	Maggie Carey (2006-2018)
Children	3
Notable Works	Co-creator and star of HBO’s “Barry”
Films	Hot Rod, Superbad, Adventureland, The Skeleton Twins
Voice Work	Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs franchise
Awards	Primetime Emmy Award nominations
Notable Character	Stefon Meyers on “Saturday Night Live”
Other Ventures	Co-writer and actor in web series “The Line”

William Thomas Hader Jr. is an American actor, comedian, writer, producer, and director. He became known for his impressions and especially for his work on the Weekend Update segments, where he played Stefon Meyers, a flamboyant New York nightclub tour guide.

Hader is related to both King Edward I of England and Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne is his 40th great-great-grandfather. Upon discovering this on an episode of the TV show Finding Your Roots, Hader said “I mean, the conqueror of Europe? I couldn’t even get the coffeemaker to work this morning.”

39. Christopher Guest

Christopher Guest	Information
Full Name	Christopher Guest
Birthdate	February 5, 1948
Birthplace	New York City, U.S.
Occupation	Screenwriter, composer, musician, director, actor, comedian
Spouse	Jamie Lee Curtis (married in 1984)
Children	2
Parent(s)	Peter Haden-Guest, 4th Baron Haden-Guest (father)
Relatives	Nicholas Guest (brother), Anthony Haden-Guest (half-brother)
House of Lords	Member of the House of Lords Lord Temporal
In Office	April 8, 1996 – November 11, 1999
Hereditary Peer	Hereditary peerage
Notable Films	This Is Spinal Tap, Waiting for Guffman, Best in Show, A Mighty Wind, For Your Consideration, Mascots
Musical Group	The Beyman Bros (with David Nichtern and C. J. Vanston)
Honorary Degree	Doctorate from Berklee College of Music
HBO Series	Co-writer and producer of Family Tree
Netflix Film	Mascots (directed and co-written by Guest)

Christopher Haden-Guest is an American-British screenwriter, composer, musician, director, actor, and comedian. Guest is most widely known in Hollywood for having written, directed, and starred in his series of comedy films shot in mockumentary style. 

Specifically, he is the 5th Baron Haden-Guest, a peerage that he inherited from his father. His official name and style are “The Right Honourable The Lord Haden-Guest”. While this does not make him a member of a royal family, it does give him a connection to the British nobility.

40. Akosua Busia

Akosua Busia	Information
Full Name	Akosua Gyamama Busia
Birthdate	December 30, 1966
Birthplace	Ghana
Residence	United Kingdom
Occupation	Actress, film director, author, songwriter
Education	Central School of Speech and Drama
Known for	Notable role as Nettie Harris in the film “The Color Purple”
Parent	Father: Kofi Abrefa Busia (former Prime Minister of Ghana and prince of the royal family of Wenchi)
Relatives	Sister: Abena Busia (poet, academic, and Ghanaian ambassador to Brazil)
Filmography	– “The Color Purple” (1985) – “Native Son” (1986) – “Hard Lessons” (1986) – “Rosewood” (1997) – “Tears of the Sun” (2003)
Literary Works	– “The Seasons of Beento Blackbird: A Novel” (1997) – Co-writer for the screenplay adaptation of Toni Morrison’s “Beloved” (1998)
Awards	Obie Award for Distinguished Performance (for the play “Eclipsed”)
Foundation	Co-founded Busia Foundation International with her sister, aiming to provide assistance to the disadvantaged
Marriage & Family	Married to film director John Singleton (1996-1997) with one daughter, Hadar Busia-Singleton

Akosua Gyamama Busia is a Ghanaian actor, filmmaker, novelist, and composer who currently resides in the United Kingdom. She co-starred with Whoopi Goldberg in the 1985 film The Color Purple as Nettie Harris.

She is a member of the Wenchi Royal Family, a subset of Ghana’s Ashanti empire. Kofi Abrefa Busia, her father, was a scholar and politician who served as Ghana’s prime minister from 1969 to 1972.

41. Sarah Ferguson

Sarah Ferguson	Information
Full Name	Sarah Ferguson
Nickname	Fergie
Occupation	British author, television personality
Royal Family Status	Member of the British royal family
Spouse	Prince Andrew, Duke of York
Children	Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie
Birthdate	October 15, 1959
Birthplace	London, England
Education	Queen’s Secretarial College
Charity Work	Patron of Teenage Cancer Trust, founder of Children in Crisis and Sarah’s Trust
Notable Achievements	Published books for children and adults, worked in TV and film production
Ancestry	Descendant of King Charles II of England, related to Prince Andrew
Residence	Romenda Lodge, Wentworth Estate, Surrey (post-separation)
Divorce	Divorced from Prince Andrew in 1996

Sarah Ferguson, commonly referred to as Fergie, is a former member of the British royal family. She was married to Prince Andrew, Duke of York, the second son of Queen Elizabeth II, from 1986 to 1996, and held the title of Her Royal Highness The Duchess of York during their marriage.

Following her divorce from Prince Andrew, Sarah retained the title of Duchess of York but lost the designation of royal highness. Despite this, she has continued to be a prominent public figure and has authored several books for both adult and child audiences. In addition to her literary pursuits, Sarah is also well-known for her philanthropic work and is involved with a number of charitable organizations, dedicating her time to various causes

42. Richard Gere

Richard Gere	Information
Full Name	Richard Tiffany Gere
Birthdate	August 31, 1949
Birthplace	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Occupation	American Actor
Years active	1969–present
Notable Films	American Gigolo, An Officer and a Gentleman, Pretty Woman, Chicago, Norman
Awards	Golden Globe Award, Screen Actors Guild Award
Spouses	Cindy Crawford, Carey Lowell, Alejandra Silva
Children	3
Philanthropy	Advocate for human rights in Tibet, co-founder of Tibet House US, supporter of ecological causes
Additional Achievements	People magazine’s “Sexiest Man Alive” in 1999, Golden Starfish Award for Lifetime Achievement

Richard Tiffany Gere is an American actor. He began in films in the 1970s, playing a supporting role in Looking for Mr. Goodbar and a starring role in Days of Heaven. He came to prominence with his role in the film American Gigolo, which established him as a leading man and a sex symbol.

Richard Gere is reportedly related to Queen Elizabeth II and is her 19th cousin. He has attended royal events, including the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton in 2011. Gere is also known for his activism and philanthropy, particularly related to Tibet and human rights issues.

43. Sissy Spacek

Sissy Spacek	Information
Full Name	Sissy Spacek
Birthdate	December 25, 1949
Birthplace	Quitman, Texas, U.S.
Alma Mater	Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute
Occupations	Actress, Singer
Years Active	1968–present
Spouse	Jack Fisk
Children	2, including Schuyler Fisk
Relatives	Rip Torn (cousin)
Awards and Honors	Academy Award, Golden Globe Awards, SAG Award
Film Highlights	“Badlands,” “Carrie,” “Coal Miner’s Daughter”
Notable Films	“JFK,” “The Help,” “The Old Man & the Gun”
Television	“Bloodline,” “Castle Rock,” “Homecoming”
Music Ventures	Vocals for “Coal Miner’s Daughter” soundtrack, studio album
Chart Success	Peaked at number two on the Billboard Top Country Albums

Mary Elizabeth “Sissy” Spacek is a highly acclaimed American actress and singer, known for her exceptional talent and numerous accolades, including an Academy Award, three Golden Globe Awards, and a Screen Actors Guild Award, among others. She has also been nominated for multiple British Academy Film Awards, Primetime Emmy Awards, and even a Grammy Award.

Interestingly, genealogical research has revealed that Spacek has a distant connection to the British royal family. Her family tree includes several historical monarchs, such as King Louis IX of France, King Henry V of England, and King John of England, among others. While her royal lineage is noteworthy, it is important to note that Spacek has achieved great success in her own right through her exceptional acting and singing career.

44. Prince William

Prince William	Information
Full Name	Prince William
Title	Prince of Wales
Birthdate	June 21, 1982
Birthplace	St Mary’s Hospital, London, England
Spouse	Catherine Middleton
Children	Prince George of Wales, Princess Charlotte of Wales, Prince Louis of Wales
House	Windsor
Father	Charles III
Mother	Diana, Princess of Wales
Education	Eton College, University of St Andrews, Royal Military Academy Sandhurst,
Military Career	British Armed Forces, Active service: 2006–2013, Rank: See list, Unit: Blues and Royals, HMS Iron Duke, RAF Search and Rescue Force
Official Duties	Performing official duties and engagements on behalf of the British monarch
Charitable Patronages	Tusk Trust, Centrepoint, The Passage, Wales Air Ambulance, London’s Air Ambulance Charity
Charity Work	Mental health, conservation, and emergency workers
Initiatives	“United for Wildlife” initiative, “Heads Together” mental health awareness campaign, Earthshot Prize initiative
Duke Titles	Duke of Cambridge, Duke of Cornwall, Duke of Rothesay, Prince of Wales
Latest Visit	Visited Christchurch, New Zealand in March 2011

Prince William is the oldest son of Prince Charles and the late Princess Diana and a member of the British royal family. He is married to Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, and is second in line to the throne after his father. Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis are the children of Prince William and his wife.

 He is heavily interested in charity initiatives, and he formed The Royal Foundation with his brother, Prince Harry. Prince William has also served in the British armed forces, including the Royal Air Force and the Royal Navy. In 2019, he was named Lord High Commissioner to the Church of Scotland’s General Assembly.

45. Princess Eugenie

Princess Eugenie	Information
Full Name	Princess Eugenie
Birthdate	March 23, 1990
Age	33 years
Birthplace	Portland Hospital, London, United Kingdom
Nationality	British
Royal Background	Member of the British royal family
Line of Succession	Currently 11th in line to the British throne
Family	Younger daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah, Duchess of York
Sibling	Younger sister of Princess Beatrice
Education	Graduated from Newcastle University with a degree in English literature and history of art
Professional Work	Worked at Paddle8 and held a position at art gallery Hauser & Wirth
Charitable Involvement	Supports organizations such as Children in Crisis and Anti-Slavery International
Marriage	Married Jack Brooksbank in 2018
Children	Sons named August Brooksbank and Ernest Brooksbank
Residences	Ivy Cottage (Kensington Palace) and Frogmore Cottage (leased to Prince Harry)
Current Residence	Portugal, occasionally stays at Ivy Cottage in England
Public Engagements	Undertakes occasional engagements for charities
Artistic Pursuits	Background in art, previously worked in art-related roles
Philanthropic Activities	Active involvement in anti-slavery initiatives and children’s charities
Honorary Positions	Patron of organizations such as the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital and Scoliosis Association UK
Podcast	Co-founder and host of a podcast addressing modern slavery issues
Environmental Advocacy	Ambassador for the Blue Marine Foundation and advocate for ocean preservation

Princess Eugenie, born on March 23, 1990, is a member of the British Royal Family. She is the daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah, Duchess of York, and is ninth in line to the British throne.

In October 2018, Princess Eugenie married Jack Brooksbank in a ceremony hosted at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle. Despite her royal status, Princess Eugenie does not work for the monarchy and has instead chosen to pursue a career in the arts.

If you are fascinated by the British royal family, you should definitely take a look at the article about Queen Elizabeth’s children. It will provide you an insight into their lives and line of succession. You might find it interesting to know that Princess Eugenie, daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, is ninth in line for the throne.

46. Joseph Fiennes

Joseph Fiennes	Information
Full Name	Joseph Fiennes
Birthdate	May 27, 1970
Birthplace	Salisbury, Wiltshire, England
Education	Guildhall School of Music and Drama (BA)
Occupation	Actor
Years Active	1993–present
Spouse	María Dolores Diéguez
Children	2
Notable Roles	William Shakespeare in “Shakespeare in Love” (1998)
Awards	Screen Actors Guild Award
Primetime Emmy	Nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a
Award	Drama Series (2018)

Joseph Alberic Twisleton-Wykeham-Fiennes, known as Joseph Fiennes, is an English actor in film, stage, and television. Journalist Zoe Williams observed that “he seemed to be the go-to actor for English cultural history”. Fiennes is particularly known for his versatility and period pieces.

Joseph Fiennes is known to have royal ancestry. He is the 8th cousin of Prince Charles and is a distant relative of Queen Elizabeth II. Additionally, he comes from a family with a long history in the entertainment world and is the brother of actor Ralph Fiennes. Both brothers have performed with the Royal Shakespeare Company in the past.

47. Kyra Sedgwick

Kyra Sedgwick	Information
Full Name	Kyra Sedgwick
Birthdate	August 19, 1965
Birthplace	New York City, U.S.
Alma Mater	University of Southern California
Occupation	Actress, Producer, Director
Years Active	1982–present
Notable Works	The Closer, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Something to Talk About
Awards	Golden Globe Award, Emmy Award
Family Background	Descendant of Major General Robert Sedgwick
Other Notable Roles	Born on the Fourth of July, Singles, Phenomenon
Notable TV Series	The Closer, Major Crimes, Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Notable Films	The Game Plan, The Possession, The Edge of Seventeen
Spouse	Kevin Bacon (married in 1988)
Children	2 (including Sosie Bacon)

Kyra Minturn Sedgwick is an American actress, producer and director. For her starring role as Deputy Chief Brenda Leigh Johnson on the TNT crime drama The Closer, she won a Golden Globe Award in 2007 and an Emmy Award in 2010. She also had a recurring role as Madeline Wuntch on the sitcom Brooklyn Nine-Nine.

The Closer star is not only a Hollywood success, she’s actually got royal bloodlines. Distantly related to Queen Elizabeth through King Henry III, Sedgwick is the 21st cousin, twice removed, of the British monarch.

48. Tilda Swinton

Tilda Swinton	Information
Full Name	Tilda Swinton
Birthdate	November 5, 1960
Birthplace	London, England
Education	New Hall, Cambridge (BA)
Occupation	Actress
Years Active	1984–present
Works	Caravaggio, Orlando, The Deep End, Michael Clayton, We Need to Talk About Kevin, The Chronicles of Narnia series, Moonrise Kingdom, The Grand Budapest Hotel, The French Dispatch
Partners	John Byrne (1989–2003) Sandro Kopp (2004–present)
Children	2, including Honor Swinton Byrne
Parent	John Swinton (father)
Family	Swinton
Awards	Academy Award, British Academy Film Award, Golden Globe Award nominations, and other accolades
Recognitions	Ranked as one of the greatest actors of the 21st century by The New York Times
Notable Films	Caravaggio, Orlando, The Deep End, Michael Clayton, We Need to Talk About Kevin, The Chronicles of Narnia series, Moonrise Kingdom, The Grand Budapest Hotel, The French Dispatch
Contributions	Received Richard Harris Award and British Film Institute Fellowship for contributions to film industry
Early Life	Born in London to Sir John Swinton and Judith Balfour
Education	Graduated from New Hall, University of Cambridge with a degree in social and political sciences
Stage Career	Joined Royal Shakespeare Company and performed in Measure for Measure
Collaborations	Worked with fashion designers Viktor & Rolf, appeared in Orbital’s music video “The Box”
Other Projects	Founded Ballerina Ballroom Cinema of Dreams film festival
Philanthropy	Active in philanthropic efforts within the film industry

Katherine Matilda Swinton is a British actress. Known for her roles in independent films and blockbusters, she has received various accolades, including an Academy Award and a British Academy Film Award, in addition to nominations for three Golden Globe Awards. 

She is a direct descendant of King Edward I of England, who was the son of King Henry III and Queen Eleanor of Provence. This makes her a distant relative of the British royal family and she has connections to King Henry VIII and at least four of his wives. Swinton’s family also has ties to the current royal family and she is the Queen’s 26th cousin.

49. Guy Ritchie

Guy Ritchie	Information
Full Name	Guy Stuart Ritchie
Birthdate	September 10, 1968 (age 54)
Birthplace	Hatfield, Hertfordshire, England
Occupations	Film director, producer, screenwriter, businessman
Years Active	1995–present
Spouses	Madonna (2000-2008) Jacqui Ainsley (2015-present)
Children	5
Notable Works	Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998) Snatch (2000) Sherlock Holmes (2009) The Gentlemen (2019)
Collaborations	Robert Downey Jr., Jason Statham, Jude Law, Gerard Butler, Tom Hardy, Charlie Hunnam
Box Office Success	Disney’s Aladdin (2019) – Grossed over $1 billion worldwide
Royal Connection	Former father-in-law, Sir Michael Leighton, 11th Baronet of Loton Park
Overcoming Dyslexia	Ritchie has successfully overcome challenges associated with dyslexia

Guy Stuart Ritchie is an English film director, producer and screenwriter. His work includes British gangster films, and the Sherlock Holmes films starring Robert Downey Jr. Ritchie left school at age 15 and worked entry-level jobs in the film industry before going on to direct television commercials.

Just like his ex-wife Madonna, Ritchie’s got some royal connections! He’s actually got a very close relationship with Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton, as the two are sixth cousins, and the director was invited to her 2011 wedding to Prince William.

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50. Zara Phillips

Zara Phillips	Information
Full Name	Zara Anne Elizabeth Tindall MBE OLY
Date of Birth	May 15, 1981
Birthplace	St Mary’s Hospital, London, England
Nationality	British
Occupation	Equestrian, Olympian, Member of the British Royal Family
Parents	Anne, Princess Royal; Captain Mark Phillips
Grandparent	Queen Elizabeth II
Line of Succession	21st in line to the British throne
Spouse	Mike Tindall
Children	3 (Mia Grace Tindall, Lena Elizabeth Tindall, Lucas Philip Tindall)
Alma Mater	University of Exeter
Equestrian Discipline	Eventing
Olympic Achievements	Silver medal in team eventing at the 2012 Summer Olympics
World Championships	Gold in individual eventing (2006 Aachen) Gold in team eventing (2006 Aachen) Silver in team eventing (2014 Normandy)
European Championships	Gold in individual eventing (2005 Blenheim) Gold in team eventing (2005 Blenheim) Gold in team eventing (2007 Pratoni del Vivaro)
Honors	Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)

Zara Phillips, born on May 15, 1981, is a member of the British royal family. She is the daughter of Princess Anne, the Queen’s daughter, and Mark Phillips, her first husband. Being the eldest granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II, Zara has achieved notable success as an equestrian, winning a number of medals in various international competitions, including the 2012 Summer Olympics in London where she earned a silver medal.

In 2011, Zara Phillips wed rugby player Mike Tindall. The couple now shares two children together. Notably, Zara is unique in that she is a member of the royal family yet doesn’t hold a royal title. Her parents made the distinct choice of not giving their children titles. Despite this, Zara still holds an important place within the family and continues to uphold various royal traditions and responsibilities.

51. Rose Leslie

Rose Leslie	Information
Full Name	Rose Eleanor Arbuthnot-Leslie
Birthdate	9 February 1987
Birthplace	Aberdeen, Scotland
Occupation	Actress
Known For	Gwen Dawson in Downton Abbey Ygritte in Game of Thrones Maia Rindell in The Good Fight Clare Abshire in The Time Traveler’s Wife
Alma Mater	London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art
Awards	Scottish BAFTA for Best Acting Performance – New Talent Award (for “New Town”)
Spouse	Kit Harington
Children	2
Languages	English, French
Hobbies	Running, rock climbing, cooking, skiing, archery, tennis
Charity Affiliation	Patron of Firefly International

Rose Eleanor Arbuthnot-Leslie is a Scottish actress. She is known for her roles as Gwen Dawson in the ITV drama series Downton Abbey and Ygritte in the HBO fantasy series Game of Thrones, as well as playing Maia Rindell in three seasons of the CBS All Access legal and political drama The Good Fight and starring as Clare Abshire in HBO’s The Time Traveler’s Wife.

Rose Leslie, the Scottish actress, has some distant royal ancestry. According to Ancestry.com, she is a descendant of King Charles II of England, who ruled from 1660 to 1685. Additionally, Leslie is married to actor Kit Harington, who also has royal ancestry. There are reports that the two are distant cousins, with a shared ancestor in Robert Catesby, who was involved in the Gunpowder Plot of 1605.