Princess Eugenie is expecting her third child with husband Jack Brooksbank this summer, as confirmed in a recent Buckingham Palace announcement. The new baby, due in 2026, will be the 15th in line to the throne. This news brings a moment of joy to the royal family amidst ongoing scrutiny surrounding her father’s controversies.
Eugenie and Jack already have two sons, August and Ernest. August, now five years old, was born on February 9, 2021, and little Ernest arrived on May 30, 2023. The couple married in October 2018 at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle.
In light of this happy news, Buckingham Palace stated: “Her Royal Highness Princess Eugenie and Mr. Jack Brooksbank are very pleased to announce that they are expecting their third child together, due this summer.” The King is reportedly delighted with the news as well.
This baby will also be the 15th great-grandchild of the late Queen Elizabeth II—her legacy continues through this new life. Eugenie and her sister Beatrice have faced challenges due to their father’s past controversies. Yet this announcement shifts focus to a more hopeful future.
As the royal family celebrates this milestone, observers are curious about how it might impact public perception amidst ongoing discussions about their father’s actions. The next few months promise to be filled with anticipation as they prepare for the new addition to their family.


