The British royal family members have become points of pop culture obsession – many of us know them as public figureheads for the UK’s parliamentary system, or as frequent photographic presences in magazines and tabloids. However, many royals perform important government duties, and many are involved in charitable and philanthropic efforts. Others have careers in business or the military. The former Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, and the former Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, both had successful careers in party-planning and acting, respectively, before they married.
There have been some pretty strange royals throughout history, but the living family members keep themselves grounded through public service and their careers. From philanthropy to attending state events and piloting aircraft, members of one of the globe’s most well-known families contribute to their country both in and out of Buckingham Palace.