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Duchess Sophie 'almost given Kate Middleton's title' – until Prince Edward stepped in
Prince Edward and Sophie were given the titles of Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh by King Charles in March 2023 - but it wasn't the first time the couple were offered titles
Sophie Rhys-Jones and Prince Edward initially crossed paths at a charity function at the Queen's Tennis Club in London back in 1993, and by January 6, 1999, they were announcing their engagement to the world. The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh married in 1999 (Image: Getty) Read MoreRelated Articles Camilla's surprising passion provides an escape from dealing with King's cancer When the shift in titles happened, it also impacted the couple's son James, formally known as Viscount Severn, who will now be known as the Earl of Wessex throughout his life although he will not inherit the Dukedom of Edinburgh.
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