Introduction

Will Princess Eugenie's fiancé, Jack Brooksbank, be given a royal title? The question is a topic of much speculation, given the tradition and current discussions surrounding the royal family's future. This article explores the likelihood, historical context, and potential outcomes around this matter.

Current Discussions: Reducing Royal Titles

Charles, Prince of Wales, has been advocating for a reduction in the number of royal titles for over two decades. With his clear intention to downsize the royal family, the chances of Jack Brooksbank receiving a title appear to be slim. Furthermore, whether Jack desires a title is also uncertain, as his predecessors have not seemed interested in such honors.

Jack Brooksbank: A Successful Businessman

Jack Brooksbank is currently a successful businessman, working as a sales representative for gourmet tequila and holiday villas. The question arises: could this be enough to warrant a royal title? The answer is likely no, given his background and the previous heirs to royal titles.

Many royal husbands do not receive a title. In 1969, for example, Anthony Armstrong-Jones did not receive a title upon marrying Princess Margaret, and Edward VIII similarly asked his children not to be referred to as princes or princesses. These precedents suggest that Jack Brooksbank is unlikely to receive a royal title.

Historical Context: Royal Titles at Weddings

To understand the tradition, it's important to look at historical precedents. Royal wedding ceremonies often include the creation of titles for the husbands of princesses. Here are a few examples from the late 19th and 20th centuries:

1871 - Princess Louise: On her wedding day to John Campbell, Marquess of Lorne, Queen Victoria created George Campbell, 8th Duke of Argyll, as the Duke of Argyll in the peerage of the United Kingdom. This gave him a position in the House of Lords, a privilege not all Scottish peers enjoyed. 1889 - Princess Louise: On her wedding day to Alexander Duff, 6th Earl of Fife, he was raised to the dukedom of Fife. 1960 - Princess Margaret: She was married to Mr. Anthony Armstrong-Jones, who was not given a title on his wedding day. However, on October 6, 1961, he was created the Earl of Snowdon and Viscount Linley, and their son was born with the courtesy style of Viscount Linley in late August 1961. 1963 - Princess Alexandra: She was married to The Hon. Angus Ogilvy, whose father was the Earl of Airlie. Despite the Queen's offer of an earldom, Angus declined, a decision he later regretted as it set a dangerous precedent. 1973 - Princess Anne: She was married to Captain Mark Phillips, but the Queen did not grant him a title, and they declined again in 1977 when she offered one during her pregnancy.

Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank: A Modern Take

Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank tied the knot in 2018, and the tradition of bestowing titles upon royal brides' husbands suggests that such an honor might have occurred had Jack been offered one. However, given Charles's vision for a leaner royal family, it seems unlikely that he will receive a title.

Dr. Anthony Wallersteiner, the headmaster of Stowe School, who was in attendance at the wedding, notes that Jack's role as a sales representative is not enough to warrant a title. He compares this to the experiences of previous royal husbands, such as Prince Edward's children not being referred to as princes and Princess Anne's husband declining a title.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the likelihood of Jack Brooksbank receiving a royal title appears to be very low, both due to the current trend of reducing titles and the historical precedents set by previous royal families. Whether he would accept such a title if offered remains an open question.