Charles - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 14, 1948 |
|---|---|
| Age | 77 |
| Birthplace | Buckingham Palace, London, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Charles 's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | King of the United Kingdom; previously Prince of Wales; noted for philanthropy and environmental advocacy. |
Intro
Charles III is the King of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms. Born as the eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Charles was the longest-serving heir apparent in British history before ascending to the throne in September 2022. He is widely recognized for his long-term commitment to charitable causes, particularly in the areas of environmental conservation, young people’s development, and heritage preservation.
Early Life & Background
Charles Philip Arthur George was born on November 14, 1948, at Buckingham Palace in London. As the first child of then-Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip, his early life was spent under close public and media attention. Educated at Cheam and Gordonstoun schools, as well as the Timbertop campus of Geelong Grammar School in Australia, Charles later attended Trinity College, Cambridge.
Career Highlights
- Became Prince of Wales in 1958 and was invested in 1969.
- Founded The Prince's Trust in 1976, supporting youth and charitable initiatives.
- Served as Duke of Cornwall and Duke of Rothesay.
- Known for international environmental advocacy and organic farming initiatives.
- Became King Charles III upon the death of Queen Elizabeth II on September 8, 2022.
Trivia
- Charles is the first British monarch to earn a university degree (Trinity College, Cambridge).
- He is an accomplished painter and author, particularly in the field of architecture and the environment.
- He was previously married to Diana, Princess of Wales, and is the father of Prince William and Prince Harry.
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On His Birth-Day
About November 14th, 1948, in brief:
- Historical events: Prince Charles was born on November 14, 1948, at Buckingham Palace, London, as the first child of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip. He was christened Charles Philip Arthur George on December 15, 1948, in the Music Room of Buckingham Palace.
- Day of the week: November 14th, 1948 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Buttons and Bows by Betty Jane Rhodes
- Popular movie: Johnny Belinda directed by Jean Negulesco
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