James, Viscount Severn

James Severn is one year younger than Prince William was when he walked behind the coffin of his mother, Diana, Princess of Wales on Sept.

[Princess Eugenie](https://people.com/tag/princess-eugenie/) could be seen wiping away tears as she stood with family members. She was joined by her husband, [Jack Brooksbank](https://people.com/tag/jack-brooksbank/). Beatrice's husband, [Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi](https://people.com/royals/princess-beatrice-edoardo-mapelli-mozzi-relationship-timeline/), and Zara's husband, [Mike Tindall](https://people.com/tag/mike-tindall/), were also present. [service honoring the Queen](https://people.com/royals/queen-elizabeth-8-grandchildren-all-present-for-london-service-honoring-late-monarch/) at Westminster Hall which was also attended by James, [Prince William](https://people.com/tag/prince-william/) and their other cousins. Their mother, however, told The Times that this is "highly unlikely." [Queen Elizabeth](https://people.com/tag/queen-elizabeth/)'s four children — [King Charles III](https://people.com/royals/king-charles-iii-new-title-confirmed-death-queen-elizabeth/), [Princess Anne](https://people.com/tag/princess-anne/), Prince Andrew and [Prince Edward](https://people.com/tag/prince-edward/) — and several of her grandchildren, including Peter, William and Harry, with the latter two [walking side-by-side](https://people.com/royals/prince-harry-prince-william-walk-together-honor-grandmother-queen-elizabeth-london-procession/). [Prince William](https://people.com/tag/prince-william/) previously reflected on how "difficult" he'd found it to repeat the walk he took as a 15-year-old during the [ceremonial procession](https://people.com/royals/queen-elizabeth-coffin-london-procession-royal-family/) behind the Queen's coffin on Wednesday. [Prince William](https://people.com/tag/prince-william/) was when he famously walked behind the coffin of his mother, [Diana, Princess of Wales](https://people.com/tag/princess-diana/) on Sept. [Sign up for our free Royals newsletter](http://x.specialoffers.meredith.com/ats/show.aspx?cr=588&fm=237) to get the latest updates on [Kate Middleton](https://people.com/tag/kate-middleton/), [Meghan Markle](https://people.com/tag/meghan-markle/) and more! [The Telegraph](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2022/09/15/queen-funeral-news-coffin-lying-state-king-charles-westminster/), adding that [Kate Middleton](http://people.com/tag/kate-middleton) had also said, "It's just been such a difficult time for all of them, for the whole family." [son of Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex](https://people.com/royals/prince-edward-sophie-countess-of-wessex-children/), joined the new Prince of Wales, 40, at a family vigil for [Queen Elizabeth](http://people.com/tag/queen-elizabeth) in Westminster Hall Saturday, alongside sister Lady Louise, 18, and cousins [Prince Harry](http://People.com/tag/prince-harry), [Peter Phillips](https://people.com/royals/who-is-peter-phillips-walked-between-prince-harry-prince-william-funeral-prince-philip/), [Zara Tindall](https://people.com/tag/zara-tindall/), [Princess Beatrice](https://people.com/tag/princess-beatrice/), and [Princess Eugenie](https://people.com/tag/princess-eugenie/). [James, Viscount Severn](https://people.com/royals/prince-edward-talks-homeschooling-lady-louise-james-viscount-severn/) is following in the footsteps of his cousin, [Prince William](http://People.com/tag/prince-william).

All eight of the Queen's grandchildren mounted an emotional vigil around her coffin at Westminster Hall, including 14-year-old James, Viscount Severn, ...

He said: "The Queen's passing has left an unimaginable void in all our lives. Along with Peter Phillips, Zara Tindall, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, James walked in formation into Westminster Hall and stood at the side of his grandmother's coffin. "Given that my mama let us spend so much time with her, I think she also rather enjoyed watching those passions blossom. He bowed his head as he positioned himself in between Peter and Eugenie while tearful mourners, who had waited in a long queue, came to pay their respects. During a ceremony in Windsor Castle in 2017, she was introduced to an eight-year-old boy, who was around the same age as James at the time. And during his moving tribute to his mother, James' dad Edward touched on the teenager's shared loves and passions with the Queen - and the late Philip. Proud dad Edward described his newborn son as "very cute and very cuddly" and at the time of his birth, he was eighth in line to the throne - although he has now slipped to 14th. James' title is Viscount Severn - one of his dad Edward's subsidiary titles - and the decision was said to be part of his parent's hopes for their children to have as normal a childhood as possible. Both James and sister Louise have often been described as among the Queen's favourite grandchildren - and shared a close relationship with her. This means that James and his older sister Louise, are titled as children of an Earl - and don't use the HRH style. [Sophie Wessex](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/sophie-wessex), bravely joined his older sister [Lady Louise Windsor](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/lady-louise-windsor) and his cousins [Prince William](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/prince-william) and [Prince Harry](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/prince-harry) for a [poignant and moving vigil around the late monarch's coffin](https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/princes-william-harry-stand-united-28017843). His full name is James Alexander Philip Theo - with the middle name Philip clearly a nod to his late grandfather

James is the second child of Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex but is seen in public less often than his cousins.

James is the second child of Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, who married in June 1999. [Terms of use,](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/user-policies-a6184151.html) [Cookie policy](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/cookie-policy-a6184186.html) and [Privacy notice.](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/privacy-policy-a6184181.html) “Hence we made the decision not to use HRH titles. [Privacy policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en) and [Terms of service](https://policies.google.com/terms?hl=en) apply. “We try to bring them up with the understanding they are very likely to have to work for a living,” the Countess of Wessex previously said about their decision to not give their children titles. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google By clicking ‘Register’ you confirm that your data has been entered correctly and you have read and agree to our Registration is a free and easy way to support our truly independent journalism James is the second child of Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex but is seen in public less often than his cousins

James, Viscount Severn, joined his cousins as they stood vigil by their grandmother Queen Elizabeth II's coffin on Saturday. The 14-year-old is the late ...

At the time, William was 15 and Harry was 12. At 14, James is close to the ages that Prince William and Prince Harry were when they walked behind their mother Princess Diana's coffin during her funeral on Sept. "Hence we made the decision not to use HRH titles. Along with his male cousins, James wore the commemorative medals that were given to them by the queen. It was a rare public appearance for James, who mostly keeps out of the spotlight. His parents Edward and Sophie were also in attendance as they watched their two children stand vigil from a viewing platform.

The 14-year-old was joined by his sister Lady Louise, Prince William, Prince Harry and other grandchildren in the vigil that took place on Saturday, ...

Meanwhile, on Saturday, September 10, Buckingham Palace announced that the Queen will be honored with a state funeral on Monday, September 19 at Westminster Abbey in Central London. King Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward did their ceremonial vigil of the late Queen where Prince Andrew was also permitted to don the military uniform. The vigil also saw Prince Williams and Prince Harry once again uniting to mourn the death of their dearest grandmother.

James, Viscount Severn, joined his cousins as they stood vigil by their grandmother Queen Elizabeth II's coffin on Saturday. The 14-year-old is the late ...

At the time, William was 15 and Harry was 12. At 14, James is close to the ages that Prince William and Prince Harry were when they walked behind their mother Princess Diana's coffin during her funeral on Sept. "Hence we made the decision not to use HRH titles. Along with his male cousins, James wore the commemorative medals that were given to them by the queen. It was a rare public appearance for James, who mostly keeps out of the spotlight. His parents Edward and Sophie were also in attendance as they watched their two children stand vigil from a viewing platform.

The Queen's youngest grandchild was praised by viewers as he stood guard of Her Majesty's coffin.

Someone else commented: “Young James Viscount Severn looks so much like Prince William when he was of a similar age and having to go through so much pain publicly, such a brave young man.” Viewers said the teen was “admirable” for standing vigil at such a young age. Those watching the vigil at Westminster Hall praised James, Viscount Severn, for bravely standing alongside his cousins for the 15-minute period of reflection,

Queen Elizabeth II's youngest grandchild James, Viscount Severn, joined other members of the royal family to pay his respects at Westminster Hall.

Hence we made the decision not to use HRH titles. [told the BBC in 1999](http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/special_report/1999/06/99/royal_wedding/373120.stm): “Viscount Severn was used by minor members of the royal family years ago. [ The Succession of the Crown Act (brought about in 2013)](https://inews.co.uk/news/royal-line-succession-queens-death-changed-in-line-throne-1304943?ico=in-line_link) now means that the viscount falls behind his older sister in succession. [15-minute silent family vigil](https://inews.co.uk/news/vigil-of-the-princes-what-meaning-explained-who-stand-queen-edinburgh-1851236?ico=in-line_link) alongside the Queen’s seven other grandchildren, where he stood by the coffin in [Westminster Hall](https://inews.co.uk/news/where-westminster-hall-history-palace-westminster-why-queen-lie-in-state-1851372?ico=in-line_link) with his head bowed. [Queen Elizabeth II’s](https://inews.co.uk/topic/the-queen?ico=in-line_link) youngest grandchild James, Viscount Severn, joined other members of the Royal Family to [ pay his respects at Westminster Hall](https://inews.co.uk/news/where-westminster-hall-history-palace-westminster-why-queen-lie-in-state-1851372?ico=in-line_link). [HRH title](https://inews.co.uk/news/prince-andrew-military-affiliations-royal-patronages-queen-virginia-giuffre-case-private-citizen-1399935?ico=in-line_link) and rarely makes public appearances, but he attended the lying-in-state vigil on [Saturday evening](https://inews.co.uk/news/vigil-queen-grandchildren-when-time-saturday-who-take-part-explained-1859969?ico=in-line_link).

Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex's youngest son James, Viscount Severn has been compared to Prince William at Diana's funeral.

[Queen Elizabeth II](https://metro.co.uk/tag/queen-elizabeth-ii/) tag page for the latest updates, and sign Metro.co.uk's [book of condolence to Her Majesty](https://metro.co.uk/queen-elizabeth-ii-dead-tributes-condolence-book/) here. Your grandmother would be very proud of you.’ Similarly, Ave from Wales, said: ‘Well done James Viscount Severn! [](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/08/queens-health-latest-concerns-royal-family-gather-head-to-balmoral-16453313/) [check our news page](https://metro.co.uk/news/). [Find out more »](https://metro.co.uk/news-updates-newsletter/) [tribute to their grandma yesterday](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/17/william-and-harry-lead-queens-grandchildren-for-vigil-at-her-coffin-17396187/), [as all eight of them stood guard around her coffin for 15 minutes.](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/17/william-and-harry-lead-queens-grandchildren-for-vigil-at-her-coffin-17396187/)as all eight of them stood guard around her coffin for 15 minutes. [Buckingham Palace](https://metro.co.uk/tag/buckingham-palace/?ico=auto_link_news_P9_LNK1) to Westminster Hall last Wednesday [‘brought back a few memories’](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/15/william-says-walk-behind-queens-coffin-reminded-him-of-dianas-funeral-17385843/). [made several public appearances during the national mourning period.](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/17/how-old-are-prince-edward-and-sophie-wessexs-children-louise-and-james-17389995/) [Live tracker shows how long the queue is to see Queen lying in state](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/14/queen-death-live-tracker-shows-how-long-queue-is-to-see-lying-in-state-17375482/) [What happens next following the death of the Queen?](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/11/queen-dead-what-happens-next-from-mourning-period-to-funeral-17348882/) [What time is the Queen’s funeral and where is it taking place?](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/15/queen-funeral-time-location-where-buried-guests-17352097/) [Nationwide minute's silence for The Queen at 8pm on Sunday](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/12/nationwide-minutes-silence-for-the-queen-at-8pm-on-sunday-17356105/) [Drivers told ‘avoid central London’ with major road closures for Queen’s funeral](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/16/drivers-told-avoid-central-london-with-major-road-closures-for-queens-funeral-17390746/)

After paying tribute to his grandmother in a vigil on Saturday, people were left confused after they saw Viscount Severn wearing medals.

As it turns out, the medals Viscount Severn were not anything to do with military. For those that managed to get to the front of the queue on Saturday, September 17, they may have also got the chance to see her grandchildren, including Prince William and Prince Harry taking part in a 15 minute vigil. A second said: "Why does the Queen’s 14-year-old grandson have medals?

The 14-year-old, who is the son of Prince Edward and Sophie, joined the newly-appointed Prince of Wales on Saturday to honour the late monarch. Severn, ...

"That grandchildren vigil has brought back memories of saying goodbye to my own grandma. Your grandmother would be very proud of you." #princeEdward & #countessofWessex have every reason to be proud,” one fan wrote.

James, Viscount Severn, 14, stood vigil at his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II's coffin at Westminster Hall on Saturday alongside his cousins, the Prince of ...

James, Viscount Severn, 14, stood vigil at his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II's coffin at Westminster Hall on Saturday alongside his cousins, the Prince of ...

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Following Queen Elizabeth II's death there has been a lot of interest in the Royal Family - especially its youngest members.

[Queen Elizabeth II](https://metro.co.uk/tag/queen-elizabeth-ii/) tag page for the latest updates, and sign Metro.co.uk's [book of condolence to Her Majesty](https://metro.co.uk/queen-elizabeth-ii-dead-tributes-condolence-book/) here. [When are the Royal Family members’ birthdays? Find out who the oldest and youngest are here](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/15/when-are-the-royal-family-members-birthdays-17376339/?ico=more_text_links) [](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/08/queens-health-latest-concerns-royal-family-gather-head-to-balmoral-16453313/) [How many crowns did Queen Elizabeth II own and did she have a favourite?](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/16/how-many-crowns-did-the-queen-have-and-do-they-go-to-king-charles-now-17388525/?ico=more_text_links) [Will King Charles and Camilla’s dogs make Jack Russells the new corgis?](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/16/will-king-charles-and-camillas-dogs-make-jack-russells-the-new-corgis-17387960/?ico=more_text_links) [ Prince Edward](https://metro.co.uk/tag/prince-edward/), Queen Elizabeth II’s [youngest son](https://metro.co.uk/2022/05/25/how-many-children-does-the-queen-have-and-who-are-they-16705994/), and his wife, [Sophie, Countess of Wessex](https://metro.co.uk/tag/sophie-wessex/). [Live tracker shows how long the queue is to see Queen lying in state](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/14/queen-death-live-tracker-shows-how-long-queue-is-to-see-lying-in-state-17375482/) [What happens next following the death of the Queen?](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/11/queen-dead-what-happens-next-from-mourning-period-to-funeral-17348882/) [What time is the Queen’s funeral and where is it taking place?](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/15/queen-funeral-time-location-where-buried-guests-17352097/) [Nationwide minute's silence for The Queen at 8pm on Sunday](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/12/nationwide-minutes-silence-for-the-queen-at-8pm-on-sunday-17356105/) [Drivers told ‘avoid central London’ with major road closures for Queen’s funeral](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/16/drivers-told-avoid-central-london-with-major-road-closures-for-queens-funeral-17390746/) [funeral will take place on September 19](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/15/queen-funeral-time-location-where-buried-guests-17352097/), and she is currently [lying in state](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/15/lying-in-state-a-royal-tradition-which-dates-back-to-the-17th-century-17384347/) at Westminster Hall where tens of thousands of Royal fans have [queued to pay their respects](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/16/london-queen-queue-hits-11-hours-and-nearly-5-miles-in-length-17386638/). [Her Majesty’s procession from Buckingham Palace](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/13/william-and-harry-to-walk-beside-king-charles-behind-the-queens-coffin-17369159/). [passed away on September 8](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/16/queen-dead-what-happens-next-as-the-queen-lies-in-state-ahead-of-funeral-17386830/) with her family at her side at their Balmoral estate, [Buckingham Palace](https://metro.co.uk/tag/buckingham-palace/?ico=auto_link_news_P2_LNK1) confirmed. [Royal Family](https://metro.co.uk/tag/royal-family/?ico=auto_link_news_P1_LNK1) is in an official state of mourning following the death of Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, [Queen Elizabeth II](https://metro.co.uk/tag/queen-elizabeth-ii/).

He's the youngest child of Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, and lives a low-key life away from the spotlight of his more public cousins.

[disgraced Prince Andrew](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/royals/300691272/mummy-mother-your-majesty-prince-andrew-pays-tribute-to-the-queen), is father to [Princess Beatrice of York and Princes Eugenie of York](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/life/87439697/beatrice-and-eugenie-what-happens-to-spare-princesses) alongside ex-wife Sarah Ferguson. When King Charles III dies, William will take his place, followed by his son [George](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/royals/300690960/why-prince-george-might-go-to-the-queens-funeral). We'd love your support today. [Prince Edward](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/royal-family/300330177/prince-philip-wasnt-looking-forward-to-centenary-prince-edward-says), the youngest child of the Queen and Prince Phillip, has two children with [Sophie, Countess of Wessex](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/119233852/sophie-countess-of-wessex-takes-first-steps-to-fill-sussexshaped-hole-in-monarchy): [Lady Louise, and James Viscount Severn](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/life-style-top-stories/300031160/queens-grandchildren-will-have-to-work-for-a-living-says-sophie-wessex). [King Charles III,](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/royals/300691157/how-did-king-charles-do-in-his-first-week-his-subjects-review-him) and [Diana, Princess of Wales](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/royals/300345851/princess-diana-turns-60--a-life-in-some-of-her-most-iconic-pictures). [Princess Anne](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/royals/300684900/why-princess-anne-is-so-far-down-the-line-of-succession), also has two children, both with Mark Phillips: [Peter Phillips](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/119424200/queens-grandson-peter-phillips-splits-from-wife-autumn-after-12-years-of-marriage) and [Zara Tindall](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/royal-family/300261223/queens-granddaughter-zara-tindall-gives-birth-to-son-her-third-child-on-bathroom-floor). This change mostly affected the Queen’s 12 great-grandchildren – of the Queen’s children, Princess Anne (despite being the second-eldest child) is 16th in line to the throne after her brothers and their children, while the change has allowed Williams’ children George, Charlotte, and Louis to be ordered by their birth. [Succession to the Crown Act](http://www.stuff.co.nz/national/politics/9503865/NZ-passes-royal-succession-law)) updated the rules of succession to be based upon birth order, rather than gender. [Prince Phillip](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/royal-family/300273777/prince-philip-how-the-duke-of-edinburgh-left-a-mark-on-new-zealand). [Queen Elizabeth’s 70 years on the throneThe Queen was Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century.](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/royals/300683071/queen-elizabeth-ii-has-died-aged-96) [What happens now to New Zealand’s coins and bank notes?With the Queen no longer New Zealand’s head of state, what happens to the image of her head on our cash?](https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/money/300683373/what-happens-now-to-new-zealands-coins-and-bank-notes) [King Charles’ coronationWhen, where and how it will happen.](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/royals/300685628/king-charles-coronation-when-where-and-how-it-will-happen) [Who inherits the Queen’s fortune?The secretive rules of royal wealth.](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/royals/300687517/the-secretive-rules-of-royal-wealth-who-inherits-the-queens-fortune) James, Viscount Severn is the 14-year-old son and youngest child of Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, and brother to Lady Louise (18). [in a vigil on Sunday](https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/royals/300690972/prince-harrys-anguish-after-queens-initials-stripped-from-his-vigil-uniform) (local time), one unfamiliar royal face sparked interest across the globe.

James, Viscount Severn, was the youngest of Queen Elizabeth II's grandchildren.

The title Viscount Severn acknowledges the Welsh roots of his mother's family: the River Severn in Wales. What are his titles and what does Viscount Severn mean? [Prince Edward](/news/royals/prince-edward-facts-age-wife-children-young/) and the [Countess of Wessex](/news/royals/sophie-rhys-jones-facts-age-children-wedding/), James is 14th in line to the British throne.

James is the second child of Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex but is seen in public less often than his cousins.

James is the second child of Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, who married in June 1999. [Terms of use,](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/user-policies-a6184151.html) [Cookie policy](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/cookie-policy-a6184186.html) and [Privacy notice.](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/privacy-policy-a6184181.html) “Hence we made the decision not to use HRH titles. [Privacy policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en) and [Terms of service](https://policies.google.com/terms?hl=en) apply. “We try to bring them up with the understanding they are very likely to have to work for a living,” the Countess of Wessex previously said about their decision to not give their children titles. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google By clicking ‘Register’ you confirm that your data has been entered correctly and you have read and agree to our Registration is a free and easy way to support our truly independent journalism James is the second child of Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex but is seen in public less often than his cousins

While most eyes were on Prince Harry at a vigil for the Queen attended by her grandchildren on Saturday, royal fans noticed a peculiar detail about the ...

[reportedly left “heartbroken” after the Queen’s “ER” initials were removed](https://www.news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-life/royals/prince-harry-heartbroken-after-being-told-he-cannot-wear-er-initials-on-military-uniform/news-story/45e9d6849271f3d4ed8a1206ffddf8c4) from the shoulders of his blazer – while his disgraced uncle [Prince Andrew](https://www.news.com.au/topics/prince-andrew) was allowed to keep his. He said: “The Queen‘s passing has left an unimaginable void in all our lives. “Given that my mama let us spend so much time with her, I think she also rather enjoyed watching those passions blossom. [Prince Harry](https://www.news.com.au/topics/prince-harry) was permitted to wear his Blues and Royals military uniform for the vigil on Saturday, despite being stripped of his titles when he and wife [Meghan](https://www.news.com.au/topics/meghan-markle) stepped down from their senior royal duties in 2020. New to Flash? 25+ news channels in 1 place.