Charles III - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 14, 1948 |
|---|---|
| Age | 76 |
| Birthplace | Buckingham Palace, London, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | King of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms; former Prince of Wales; longstanding advocacy for environmental and charitable causes. |
Intro
King Charles III is the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms. He became king on September 8, 2022, upon the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, marking the beginning of his reign after the longest wait of any heir apparent in British history.
Early Life & Background
Charles Philip Arthur George was born as the first child of Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He was educated at Hill House School in London, Cheam School, Gordonstoun in Scotland, and briefly attended Timbertop school in Australia. Charles later studied at Trinity College, Cambridge, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, and also attended the University College of Wales to learn Welsh prior to his investiture as Prince of Wales.
Career Highlights
- Proclaimed King Charles III on September 8, 2022.
- Invested as Prince of Wales in 1969.
- Founded The Prince's Trust in 1976, a leading youth charity.
- Advocated for environmental causes, sustainability, and organic farming for decades.
- Served in the Royal Navy and Royal Air Force.
- Longest-serving heir apparent in UK history.
Trivia
- King Charles III is the first British monarch to have earned a university degree.
- He has long campaigned on climate change, organic agriculture, and architecture.
- Charles is an amateur watercolor artist and has published several books on art and the environment.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Charles III?
Charles III is 76 years old.
When was Charles III born?
Charles III was born the 14 November 1948.
Where is Charles III from?
Buckingham Palace, London, England.
On His Birth-Day
About November 14th, 1948, in brief:
- Historical events: In a significant geopolitical moment, Yugoslav leader Josip Broz Tito openly broke diplomatic relations with Soviet leader Joseph Stalin, marking a critical split in the communist world. Despite the break, Tito maintained his commitment to communist ideology while rejecting Soviet dominance.
- Day of the week: November 14th, 1948 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
- #1 US song: Buttons and Bows by Betty Jane Rhodes
- Popular movie: Bicycle Thieves directed by Vittorio De Sica
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