The name Kate Middleton has become synonymous with the British Royal Family, and along with the intrigue surrounding the young love interest of Prince William, came just as much curiosity about her family.
After her marriage into the royal family, Princess Catherine’s parents and siblings were thrust into the spotlight. While her sister Pippa received much attention, her younger brother James Middleton also had to quickly become familiar with his new royal adjacent position in the public eye.
Who is James Middleton?
Born April 15, 1987, James Middleton is the youngest child of Carole Middleton and Michael Middleton.
The Middleton family raised James alongside Pippa and Kate in Chapel Row, Berkshire.
In his younger years, James attended both St Andrew’s School and Marlborough College. After his earlier education, James leaned into using his platform for entrepreneurial ventures and advocacy.
Today, James is a staunch champion of mental health and a renowned dog lover. He has worked as an ambassador for the Pets As Therapy charity and founded the Paw Print Fund.
What does Princess Catherine’s brother do?
The youngest Middleton spent many years working for his family’s party planning company, where he acquired his knack for business.
An entrepreneur, James has launched a handful of successful businesses including a cake kit company, a marshmallow and gifting company, and most recently Ella & Co a dog-food order company.
James is set to release his first book titled, Meet Ella: The Dog Who Saved My Life, in September 2024. The memoir recounts his personal struggles with mental health and depression, and how his bond with his first dog Ella was one that helped him through dark times.
Who is James Middleton’s partner?
In 2018, James began dating financial analyst Alizee Thevenet after they met in a London bar.
The pair dated for a mere ten months before announcing their engagement. In September of 2021, they tied the knot.
Taking to Instagram to confirm the wedding had taken place, James shared:
“Mr & Mrs Middleton ❤️ Yesterday I married the love of my life surrounded by family, friends and of course a few dogs in the beautiful village or Bormes-les-Mimosas. Words cannot describe how happy I am.”
How many kids does James Middleton have?
On July 6 2023, James announced that he and Alizee were expecting their first baby together.
In October 2023, the couple welcomed their son Inigo. The pair shared the news on Instagram a few weeks after settling into their new roles and parents.
“No matter how prepared I thought I was…I was not prepared for the overwhelming emotion of meeting Inigo for the first time and the love for my darling Alizée as we became three” said James in his social media post.
“I’ve told him all about Ella and that if it wasn’t for her he wouldn’t be here today and that we miss her greatly. The dogs have been fantastic at welcoming their little brother into the pack.”
