The British royal family has a new star in its ranks, as Alexander Charles Ogilvy, previously flying under the radar, prepares to step into the public eye following his recent military graduation and upcoming 29th birthday.
From Sandhurst to the Spotlight
Alexander Ogilvy graduated from the prestigious Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in August 2025, marking a significant milestone in his journey toward increased royal duties. According to Richard Eden, Diary Editor at The Daily Mail, the newly commissioned officer might participate in next year's Trooping the Colour parade, bringing him firmly into the public consciousness.
The young royal, who has signed up for the esteemed Household Cavalry and been commissioned into the Blues and Royals regiment, caused quite a stir when photographs from his passing-out parade in Berkshire emerged. His solemn demeanour during the ceremony didn't prevent royal enthusiasts from dubbing him 'Britain's most eligible bachelor'.
A Royal Pedigree and Impressive Credentials
Born in Edinburgh in 1996, Alexander holds the 60th position in the line of succession to the throne. He is the grandson of Princess Alexandra, the beloved cousin of the late Queen Elizabeth II, and the son of James Ogilvy and his wife Julia.
Despite his royal connections, Alexander has maintained a remarkably low profile, keeping his Instagram account private and generally avoiding social media attention. However, he inadvertently went viral on TikTok in September 2022 when videos of him arriving for Queen Elizabeth's funeral circulated widely.
Alexander's academic achievements are equally impressive. He served as head boy at Merchiston Castle School in Edinburgh, where annual fees reach £43,000, and achieved outstanding A* and A grades. He later pursued a double major in Computer Science and Economics at Brown University, an Ivy League institution in the United States.
Following his university education, Alexander reportedly took a gap year in Australia, where he coached rugby and mentored students in Indigenous education at Scots College in Sydney. He subsequently put his degree to practical use working for a digital identity verification company in New York.
Family Ties and Personal Life
Alexander's older sister, socialite and historian Flora Vesterberg, frequently shares glimpses of their close relationship on social media. She recently marked his 29th birthday on November 12 with a heartfelt photograph and caption expressing her pride in her brother's military achievements.
When Alexander enrolled at Sandhurst in September 2024, Flora described him as 'forever thoughtful and inspiring' and noted that the family was 'full of admiration' for his choices.
His romantic history includes dating Michaela Kennedy-Cuomo, daughter of former New York City mayor Andrew Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy, whom he met during his time at Brown University. The couple attended a Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Foundation event together in December 2017 but parted ways after approximately a year. More recently, Alexander was linked to society figure Isabella Charlotta Poppius, though he is currently believed to be single.
Alexander has demonstrated a refreshing sense of humour alongside his serious accomplishments. When asked to pick three words that best described him, he jokingly replied: 'Fraudulent, insecure, man.' He also quipped that one of his favourite hobbies outside work was 'practicing a British accent'.
The royal's grandmother, Princess Alexandra, 88, shares a particularly close bond with the monarchy. She served as one of eight bridesmaids at Queen Elizabeth's 1947 wedding to Prince Philip and revealed in a 2016 BBC documentary that the young Princess Elizabeth would give her hand-me-down outfits during post-war rationing periods.
Both Alexandra, who is 39th in line to the throne, and Alexander attended the late Monarch's state funeral in September 2022, as well as Prince Philip's memorial service in April 2021, demonstrating their ongoing connection to the core royal family.
As Alexander Ogilvy prepares for potential public duties in 2025, including the possibility of appearing in Trooping the Colour, Britain appears to have discovered a new royal figure who combines traditional service with modern sensibilities and impressive personal achievements.
