Belgian Car Salesman Legally Recognized as Prince
Clément Vandenkerckhove is a 26-year-old Belgian car salesman. He has been legally recognized as a prince.
His royal parentage was confirmed before this happened. He was born to Belgium's Prince Clement.
This happened before Prince Clement's marriage. Vandenkerckhove was then quietly brought into Prince Laurent's family.
This happened at a town hall ceremony. He is not expected to have royal duties.
Klear Note — Town hall ceremonies are civil legal events, not royal coronations.
Key Terms 2
- Prince Clement A member of Belgium's royal family and Vandenkerckhove's father.
- Prince Laurent A member of Belgium's royal family who took in Vandenkerckhove.