Hugh Grosvenor, the Duke of Westminster, & his wife, Olivia Grosvenor, the Duchess of Westminster are excited to announce some very #RoyalNews. They recently welcomed their lovely baby daughter, Cosima Florence Grosvenor, into the world! This pair, arriving in London on July 27, 2024, had been waiting their turn and were buzzing. To underscore the importance of this new member of the family, they shared a public statement.
“The Duke and Duchess of Westminster are thrilled to announce the birth of their baby daughter.” – Hugh Grosvenor, Duke of Westminster and Olivia Grosvenor, Duchess of Westminster
A Legacy of Friendship and Family Ties
Perhaps the most notable potential heir is Hugh Grosvenor, simply due to the fact that he carries a historic title. He has quite powerful allies in the royal family. As a godson of King Charles III, he has had personal access to and developed deep relationships with numerous members of the royal family. On that last point he’s recently been bestowed with a great honor – he’s just been named Prince George’s godfather. Prince George is the first child of Prince William and Kate Middleton. In an intriguing development, he has become Prince Archie’s godfather. Archie was born to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, now known as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
The Duke and Duchess were married on 7 June 2024 at Chester Cathedral. The gala attracted high-profile stars like Prince William, who acted as an usher. All eyes were on the absence of Prince Harry, who we understood had been sent a “save the date” invite.
The Grosvenor Family Heritage
The Grosvenor family for generations had strong ties to Eaton Hall. This stunning country estate boasts more than 10.8 acres of park-like, sprawling grounds. With about 60 bedrooms, Eaton Hall has been the hereditary seat since the 15th century. His parents, Gerald Grosvenor and Natalia Grosvenor, were raised there, along with his great-grandfather, Hugh Grosvenor. Today, this historical estate serves as one of the last vestiges of the family’s legacy in British society and nobility.
As they continue on their path to parenthood, there are rumors about possible godparents for Cosima Florence. According to the Times’ royal correspondent, Hugh Grosvenor has Prince William and Prince Harry both in mind for this honorific role. Given his close friendship with William and the complex relationship with Harry, it remains to be seen how this decision will unfold.
Navigating Family Dynamics
Mr Grosvenor’s ties to the British royal family are now under increased examination. This has never been truer than in the wake of last week’s ordeal involving Prince Harry. The public feud between the Sussexes and the remainder of the Royals has many wondering what’s going on behind the scenes with family. In a past statement, Prince Harry reflected on these challenges:
“There is no point continuing to fight any more…Of course, some members of my family will never forgive me for writing a book [Spare]. Of course, they will never forgive lots of things. But I would love a reconciliation…I don’t know how much longer my father has. He won’t speak to me.” – Prince Harry
