Trump Claims Distant Relation to King Charles – Now Eyeing Buckingham Palace!

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Royals (1 / 1) 04.10.2026 17:30 / Torben

During the recent state visit of King Charles and Queen Camilla to the United States, an intriguing family connection involving Donald Trump has taken center stage. Rumors are swirling after a family tree was shared by British tabloids, revealing a surprising lineage between the former president and the British monarch.

Unexpected Family Ties

Reports suggest that Trump and King Charles are approximately 15th cousins, tracing their ancestry back to John Stewart, the 3rd Earl of Lennox, and his daughter, Lady Helen Stewart. This historical thread links to the MacLeod family name, which is significant as it was the maiden name of Trump's mother, Mary Anne MacLeod, who hailed from Lewis, Scotland.