Jack Brooksbank facts for kids
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Jack Brooksbank
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| Born | 3 May 1986 St Thomas' Hospital, Lambeth, London, England
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| Education | Stowe School University of Bristol (no degree) |
| Occupation | Marketing professional |
| Spouse(s) | |
| Children | 2 |
Jack Brooksbank was born on May 3, 1986. He is a British marketing professional. He is married to Princess Eugenie, who is the niece of King Charles III.
Early Life and Family Background
Jack Brooksbank was born in London, England, at St Thomas' Hospital. He was christened at Guards' Chapel in Wellington Barracks. His father was George Edward Hugh Brooksbank, a company director. His mother is Nicola Newton.
Jack has a younger brother named Thomas. Jack Brooksbank is also a distant cousin of Princess Eugenie.
Education and Career Path
Jack Brooksbank went to Stowe School in Buckinghamshire. After that, he attended the University of Bristol. He left the university without finishing his degree.
His first job was as a bartender. Later, he became the general manager of Mahiki. This was a popular nightclub in London. Prince William and Prince Harry sometimes visited this club.
After working at Mahiki, Jack became a brand ambassador for Casamigos tequila. He also had his own business selling wine. In 2022, he started working in marketing for a property company in Portugal.
Marriage to Princess Eugenie
In 2011, Jack Brooksbank started dating Princess Eugenie of York. She is the younger daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah, Duchess of York. They first met in 2010. Jack was 24 and Princess Eugenie was 20.
Their engagement was announced in January 2018. The couple moved into Ivy Cottage at Kensington Palace. Their wedding took place on October 12, 2018. It was held at St George's Chapel in Windsor.
After their marriage, Jack Brooksbank did not receive a special title. This is common now for men who marry into the royal family.
Their Children
Jack and Princess Eugenie have two sons. Their first son, August Philip Hawke Brooksbank, was born on February 9, 2021. He was born at the Portland Hospital in London. August was christened in November 2021.
Their second son, Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank, was born on May 30, 2023.
Awards and Recognition
Jack Brooksbank has received special medals. These medals are given to people for important royal events.
| Date | Award | Ribbon |
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| 6 February 2022 | Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal |  |
| 6 May 2023 | King Charles III Coronation Medal |  |
