Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank have announced the birth of their third child, a daughter. The baby was born on Monday at a hospital in Lisbon, Portugal, weighing 6lb 9oz. Mother and baby are said to be doing well.
Rare overseas birth
This birth is a rare occasion where a member of the royal family has been born overseas. Eugenie and Mr Brooksbank have a home and other connections in Portugal.
Buckingham Palace statement
In a statement, Buckingham Palace said: “Her Royal Highness Princess Eugenie and Mr Jack Brooksbank are delighted to announce the safe arrival of their daughter, born on Monday, 3rd August 2026, at 6.20pm, at a hospital in Lisbon, Portugal.”
The statement added: “The baby was born weighing 6 pounds 9 ounces. Their Majesties The King and Queen and other members of the royal family were delighted to be informed of the news.”
