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James, Earl of Wessex, is a member of the British royal family, the younger child and only son of Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh, and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh ⁸¹. He is currently 17th in the line of succession to the British throne as of 2026 ¹.

Early Life and Birth

James Alexander Philip Theo Mountbatten-Windsor, Viscount Severn, was born on December 17, 2007, at 4:20 pm by caesarean section at Frimley Park Hospital in Surrey, England ¹⁷. His birth name is James Alexander Philip Theo Mountbatten-Windsor ².

Titles and Succession

Upon his birth, he was styled as Viscount Severn, as his father, Prince Edward, held the title of Earl of Wessex ¹. Following his father's elevation to Duke of Edinburgh in 2023, James inherited the courtesy title of Earl of Wessex ⁸. As of August 14, 2026, he is 18 years, 7 months, and 25 days old ⁸.

Public Appearances and Role

While he is a member of the royal family, James, Earl of Wessex, generally maintains a lower public profile compared to some of his cousins. He has been seen at significant royal events, such as paying respects during the lying-in-state of Queen Elizabeth II in Westminster Hall ⁷.