Several popular celebrities have surprising royal connections, with millions of people likely being related to historical figures such as Edward I and Richard III. From Madonna being a 10th cousin to Queen Camilla, to Benedict Cumberbatch’s link to Richard III as his second cousin 16 times removed, the list of famous faces with royal blood is extensive.
Angelina Jolie, known for her role in Maleficent, is a 26th cousin of Queen Elizabeth II through her French King Phillip II ancestry. Brad Pitt also has royal ties as a 25th cousin twice removed of the Queen, connecting back to Henry II.
Hugh Grant’s royal connections trace back to King Henry VII, making him the ninth cousin once removed of Queen Elizabeth. Additionally, Grant is descended from King James IV of Scotland. Richard Gere shares a lineage with Queen Elizabeth II, being a 14th cousin four times removed.
Despite marrying into the British royal family, Meghan Markle was already distantly related to King Edward III. This makes her and Prince Harry 17th cousins. The royal family themselves have their own interesting relationships, with Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip being third cousins.
These connections highlight the intricate web of familial ties that exist between celebrities and royalty, showcasing a different side to the glamorous lives of the rich and famous.
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