Who Is Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh? Age, Biography and Wiki
Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh, was born on March 10, 1964. As of 2025, he is 61 years old. He is the youngest son of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. As a working member of the royal family, Edward has been involved in various charitable and public engagements, continuing his family's legacy of service.
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Height, Weight & Measurements
Prince Edward stands at approximately 5 feet 11 inches tall (180 cm). His weight has fluctuated over the years, but as of 2025, he is estimated to weigh around 170 lbs (77 kg). Edward maintains an active lifestyle, which includes sports like skiing and sailing.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Prince Edward married Sophie Rhys-Jones, now the Countess of Wessex, on June 19, 1999. The couple shares two children, Lady Louise Windsor and James, Viscount Severn. With a strong family-oriented approach, Edward and Sophie often attend royal functions together, embodying a modern takes on traditional royal duties.
As for dating history, Edward was relatively private during his younger years and did not have any publicly known relationships before marrying Sophie.
Born at Buckingham Palace during the reign of his mother, Edward studied at Heatherdown School and completed his A-Levels at Gordonstoun before spending part of his gap year teaching at Wanganui Collegiate School in New Zealand.
He then went up to read history at Jesus College, Cambridge, graduating in 1986 with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Cambridge. After a brief stint in the Royal Marines, he worked as a theatre production assistant at the Really Useful Theatre Company before assisting in television production.
He later formed his own company, Ardent Productions.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Prince Edward's estimated net worth is around £30 million ($40 million). His wealth comes from a combination of royal income, personal investments, and inherited assets. The Duke of Edinburgh is known to support several charitable endeavors, often contributing personally to various causes.
Career, Business and Investments
Prince Edward embarked on various business ventures throughout his life, particularly in the media and entertainment industry. He founded the production company Ardent Productions and has worked in television and film. His focus has shifted over the years towards charitable work, particularly in the arts and education sectors, often speaking about the importance of supporting young people in these fields.
Edward is also involved with numerous charities, including the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, which has inspired millions of young people worldwide to engage in physical and social activities.
In September 2007, the Earl visited Israel in his capacity as Chairman of the International Council of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award to attend a number of events organised by the Israel Youth Award program, an affiliate of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award.
Edward was himself a recipient of the Award's gold medal in 1986 for "a 60-mile, four-day trek from Blair Atholl to Tomintoul" that he had planned. He has been a trustee of the DofE since 1988 and of the International Award since 2006.
Edward later went on to become Chair of trustees of the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award in 2015, and was named patron of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award in 2023. He has promoted the charity's work on different occasions.
Edward is also a trustee of the International Award Association, which "encompasses the DofE UK and all its other 61 National Award Authorities across the globe". He was also Chairman of the DofE's international council and in 1999 founded the International Special Projects Group "to provide a capital fund to broaden the reach of the Award".
In 2018, Edward, as patron of the Tennis and Rackets Association, played on all 50 real tennis courts around the world and raised over £2 million for the Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme.
Social Network
Prince Edward maintains a modest presence on social media. While the Duke does not have personal social media accounts, official royal accounts for him and his family share updates and information regarding their activities. The royal family, as a whole, has embraced technology to stay connected with the public and promote their causes.
Upon his return to the United Kingdom, Edward studied at Jesus College, Cambridge, where he read history. His admission to the university despite poor A-Level results caused some comment. Edward graduated in 1986 with a Bachelor of Arts degree (Lower Second Hons).
Education
Edward attended prestigious institutions throughout his academic career. He first went to Eagle House School and then to Gordonstoun School, where he was heavily involved in sports. Afterward, he enrolled at Jesus College, Cambridge, earning a degree in History in 1986. His educational background emphasizes the importance he places on knowledge and personal development, a value he often promotes in his charitable undertakings.
Edward is a Royal Knight Companion of the Most Noble Order of the Garter, an Extra Knight of the Most Ancient and Most Noble Order of the Thistle, a Knight Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order, and a Personal Aide-de-Camp to the Sovereign. In 2013 Edward received a Honorary Doctorate from the University of Bath.
