Particle.news
Download on the App Store

Tom Parker Bowles Rejects Princely Title, Warning It Would Trigger 'Revolution'

His stance underscores sensitivity over royal titles after reports the Duke and Duchess of York titles are no longer being used.

Overview

  • In a Good Food podcast interview, the 50-year-old food writer said making him a prince would be “the quickest way to revolution.”
  • He warned Buckingham Palace gates would be “stormed” and called the idea “appalling,” saying it would set back the monarchy by years.
  • He said he will keep his current surname rather than adopt any royal style.
  • He praised King Charles as a “fountain of knowledge” and a “hero of British farmers.”
  • He recalled briefly holding Crown Jewels during coronation practice, with his remarks landing as debate over titles continues following reports that Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson have stopped using their York titles.