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King Charles III is the monarch of the United Kingdom and became sovereign on 8 September 2022, immediately after the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. He was formally proclaimed by the Accession Council at St James's Palace on 10 September and was crowned with Queen Camilla at Westminster Abbey on 6 May 2023. He was 73 when he acceded to the throne, after spending decades as heir apparent.
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When did Charles become King Charles III?
Charles became sovereign on 8 September 2022, immediately after the death of Queen Elizabeth II. He was formally proclaimed king by the Accession Council on 10 September at St James's Palace.
When was King Charles III crowned?
King Charles III was crowned at Westminster Abbey on 6 May 2023. Queen Camilla was crowned in the same ceremony.
Who is King Charles III's wife?
His wife is Queen Camilla. She became queen consort when Charles acceded to the throne and was crowned queen alongside him in 2023.
What was Charles III called before becoming king?
Before becoming king, he was commonly known as the Prince of Wales. He held that title for decades before succeeding Queen Elizabeth II.
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