7 Lesser-Known Facts About UK Royal Kate Middleton

Mar 23, 2024, 09:11 IST

Kirtika Katira

Early Life

Kate Middleton was born on January 9, 1982, in Reading, England. She is the eldest of three children born to Michael Middleton, a former flight dispatcher, and Carole Middleton, a former flight attendant. She spent a formative part of her childhood in Jordan.

Education

Kate attended Marlborough College before studying art history at the University of St. Andrews, where she met Prince William.

Nickname

Kate's childhood nickname was "Squeak" or "Squeaker" due to her habit of making squeaking noises as a baby.

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Job History

Before marrying Prince William, Kate worked for her family's business, Party Pieces, a company that sells party supplies.

Royal Titles

After her marriage to Prince William, Kate became the Duchess of Cambridge. She is also known as the Countess of Strathearn when in Scotland and as Lady Carrickfergus in Northern Ireland. After King Charles' coronation, Kate became the Princess of Wales.

Ties to George Washington

Kate has a fascinating ancestral connection that ties her to George Washington. Through her father’s lineage, Kate is related to the first President of the United States as his eighth cousin, eight times removed.

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