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Once-secret son of Belgium royal becomes a prince at age 26

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ABC News Australia2 hrs ago

The 26-year-old's existence was first recognised last year by his father, who said the pair had "spoken openly and honestly about this in recent years".

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NYT World🏁 first to report16 hrs ago

A Prince at 26: Once-Secret Son of Belgian Royal Gains Legal Recognition

Clément Vandenkerckhove was born to Belgium’s Prince Clement before his marriage. He is now a prince himself, though he is not expected to have royal duties.

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