Prince William & Kate Middleton’s Friends Welcome a New Baby

Prince William and Kate Middleton are celebrating a new arrival in their lives and it may lead to an important new role for the future King of England.

William and Kate’s close friends, the Duke and Duchess of Westminster, Hugh and Olivia Grosvenor, welcomed a baby girl on Sunday, July 27. “The Duke and Duchess of Westminster are thrilled to announce the birth of their baby daughter,” read a statement obtained by People. The newborn’s name is Cosima Florence Grosvenor.

“Both the Duchess and Cosima are doing well,” the statement continued. “The Duke and Duchess now look forward to spending this special time together as a family.”

William is a longtime friend of Hugh, who is godfather to William and Kate’s eldest son, Prince George. Hugh is also godfather to Prince Harry’s son, Prince Archie. He has long-held ties with the Royal family and is the godson of King Charles. His mother is also William’s godmother.

So, we wouldn’t be surprised to see him keep this tradition going by making William his daughter’s godfather.

Hugh and Olivia announced they were expecting in March. “The Duke and Duchess of Westminster are very pleased to share that the Duchess is expecting a baby in the summer,” a spokesperson for the couple said in a statement. “The couple are delighted with the news and are very much looking forward to starting a family together.”

The couple married in June 2024 at a luxury wedding, which William attended alongside his cousin, Princess Eugenie. Kate, who was undergoing cancer treatment at the time, was not in attendance.

The news is the latest in a string of positives for the Royal family. After Kate revealed that she was finished with cancer treatment and in remission earlier this year, she has been easing back into public duties. The couple also reportedly enjoyed a private yacht vacation recently as they continue to navigate a more discreet era for their family.

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