Royal Joy: Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank Expecting Third Child This Summer

New Delhi, May 4, 2026: The British Royal Family has shared some wonderful news today, Monday, May 4, 2026, as Buckingham Palace officially announced that Princess Eugenie and her husband, Jack Brooksbank, are expecting their third child. The new addition to the family is due to arrive this summer, bringing a wave of excitement to the royal household.

A Heartwarming Announcement

The announcement was shared with a touch of personal joy as Princess Eugenie, 36, posted a delightful photograph on her social media. The image features her two sons—August, aged five, and Ernest, aged two—looking curiously and happily at a baby scan. The caption accompanying the photo, “Baby Brooksbank due 2026!”, was punctuated with heart emojis, signaling the family’s shared happiness.

Buckingham Palace released an official statement shortly after the social media reveal, confirming the news and sharing the family’s sentiments. According to the Palace, His Majesty King Charles III has been informed of the pregnancy and is “delighted” with the news. Furthermore, the statement noted that August and Ernest are “very excited” to welcome a younger sister or brother to the family.

Growing the Family

Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank, who married at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle in October 2018, have been building a loving family over the past few years. Their first son, August Philip Hawke Brooksbank, was born in February 2021, and their second son, Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank, arrived in May 2023. This third pregnancy continues their journey as parents, and the couple has been praised by royal followers for the warmth and relative normalcy with which they share updates about their children.

The news of the pregnancy comes just a day after Jack Brooksbank celebrated his 40th birthday on Sunday, May 3, making this a particularly festive time for the couple.

Royal Succession and Titles

The new baby will be 15th in line to the British throne. Their arrival will cause a minor shift in the order of succession, moving their great-uncle, Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh, to 16th place.

While the new arrival will be a grandchild of the former Duke of York, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, and Sarah Ferguson, it is important to note that the child will not hold an HRH (His/Her Royal Highness) title. This follows the precedent set by Eugenie’s own children, as the royal family continues its trend of balancing their roles with more private, independent lives.

A Period of Celebration

This upcoming birth marks the 15th great-grandchild of the late Queen Elizabeth II, and it is the third to be born since her passing in 2022. It adds another chapter to the story of the York family, who have recently been in the public eye due to various developments, yet this news serves as a moment of genuine celebration and unity.

As we look forward to the summer, the public and royal well-wishers alike are sending their warmest congratulations to Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank. The anticipation is building for the arrival of the newest member of the Brooksbank family, who is sure to be welcomed with much love by August, Ernest, and the rest of the royal family.

For now, the couple is expected to keep a relatively low profile as they prepare for the baby’s arrival, continuing their commitment to balancing their professional lives and their growing family responsibilities. Stay tuned for further updates as we approach the summer, and join us in celebrating this happy news for the royals!