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Philippe of Belgium: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Philippe of Belgium? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Philippe of Belgium
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Philippe Léopold Louis Marie (born 15 April 1960) is King of the Belgians, and is the eldest child of King Albert II and Queen Paola. He succeeded his father upon the former's abdication for health reasons on 21 July 2013. He married Mathilde d'Udekem d'Acoz in 1999, with whom he has four children. Their eldest child, Princess Elisabeth, is first in the line of succession.

Quick facts about Philippe of Belgium

  • Full name: Philippe of Belgium
  • Born: 1960-04-15
  • Nationality: Belgium
  • Known as: Royal
  • Wikidata ID: Q155004

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Philippe of Belgium?

Philippe Léopold Louis Marie (born 15 April 1960) is King of the Belgians, and is the eldest child of King Albert II and Queen Paola.

What nationality is Philippe of Belgium?

Philippe of Belgium is Belgium.

When was Philippe of Belgium born?

Philippe of Belgium was born on 1960-04-15.

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