The King and Queen and other members of the royal family were delighted to be informed of the news.

Princess Eugenie and husband Jack Brooksbank have announced the birth of their third child – a daughter.

The couple’s latest addition to their family was born on Monday at a hospital in Lisbon, Portugal, weighing 6lb 9oz, and mother and baby are said to be doing well.

The birth is a rare occasion where a member of the royal family has been born overseas, with Eugenie and Mr Brooksbank having a home and other connections in Portugal.

Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank's daughter
Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank have become parents to a daughter born in Lisbon, Portugal (Jack Brooksbank/Buckingham Palace/PA)

In a statement Buckingham Palace said: “Her Royal Highness Princess Eugenie and Mr Jack Brooksbank are delighted to announce the safe arrival of their daughter, born on Monday, 3rd August 2026, at 6.20pm, at a hospital in Lisbon, Portugal.

“The baby was born weighing 6 pounds 9 ounces.

“Their Majesties The King and Queen and other members of the royal family were delighted to be informed of the news.”

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