Hugh Grosvenor is not one of those aristocrats who regularly exposes himself in public. No. The Duke of Westminster is rather one of those who work in the shadows in the United Kingdom, thriving far from prying eyes, despite close ties with the royal family. You only have to observe his daily life and his now marriage to Olivia Henson to understand his desire for discretion. Son of Gerald Grosvenor and Natalia Phillips, this 33-year-old socialite nevertheless attracted all eyes in 2013, establishing himself among the most coveted singles in the country. It must be said that at the age of 22, that year he became the godfather of Prince George, the eldest son of Prince William and Kate Middleton, and future heir to the British throne. To live happy, live hidden ?
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With a mother who is none other than the godmother of Prince William and a father who held the status of 6th Duke of Westminster and friend of Charles III, Hugh Grosvenor could have regularly exhibited alongside the royal family. Especially since he is a close friend of Prince William and Prince Harry – he is also the godfather of his son Archie. But in reality, this is not the case. What does he prefer? Working in the shadows and taking over from his late father. On the death of Gerald Grosvenor in 2016, Hugh Grosvenor became the 7th Duke of Westminster, inheriting a very expensive fortune, estimated at 10 billion pounds sterling (compared to 2 billion pounds for the estate). staff of Charles III for comparison). In question ? A real estate asset which has continued to grow over the decades, making him one of the biggest fortunes in England. In 2020, he will also make a name for himself by making a generous donation to English hospitals during the Covid-19 epidemic. Humble, charming, discreet and wealthy, Hugh Grosvenor has definitely acquired the status of the most coveted bachelor in the country over the years. Almost in spite of himself. Is this why his love life now arouses all desire?
Happiness with Olivia Henson
“The Duke of Westminster and Miss Olivia Henson are pleased to announce that they are engaged. The couple, who have been together for two years, recently got engaged at the Duke’s family home at Eaton Hall in Cheshire. Members of both families are absolutely delighted by this news. » On April 22, 2023, Hugh Grosvenor created a surprise by announcing the news: he is no longer a heart to take and soon, he will get married. The lucky lady is called Olivia Henson and she also stands out for her discretion.
After studying at Marlborough College, where Kate Middleton and Princess Eugenie also attended, then a course at Trinity College in Dublin where she studied foreign languages, Olivia Henson has worked since 2019 at Belazu, a food company based in London . As reported by “The Telegraph”, “his professional trajectory would be closely linked to his personal passions and his desire to defend sustainable practices in food production and consumption”. Still according to the media, the thirty-year-old was introduced to Hugh Grosvenor through mutual friends. For the rest, it is difficult to know more about the couple.
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This Friday, June 7, Hugh Grosvenor and Olivia Henson officially celebrated their union at Chester Cathedral, in the northwest of England. In total, some 400 guests gathered to honor them, including two royal figures: Princess Eugenie and Prince William, who came without his wife Kate Middleton, who suffers from cancer. The latter were also photographed when they arrived on site. The festivities then continued at Eaton Hall, the Grosvenor estate, in the strictest privacy. Discretion required. In an immaculate dress with a long train, Olivia Henson became the new Duchess of Westminster.
