Georges IV de Royan

Georges IV
The Duke of Royan in 2023.
Duke of Royan
Reign	4 November 2021 – present
Predecessor	Jérôme I
Heiress apparent	Prince Jean
Born	3 December 2001 (2001-12-03) Neuilly-sur-Seine, Yvelines, France
Names French: George Charles Louis Rainier Marie de Royan
House	Royan
Father	Jérôme, Duke of Royan
Mother	Eugénie, Duchess consort of Royan
Religion	Roman Catholicism

Prince Georges IV of Royan, born Georges Charles Louis Rainier Marie on (2001-12-03)December 3, 2001, is the current Duke of Royan since 4 November 2021 (2021-11-04) and a Luxembourgish diplomat.

Biography

Childhood and Family

His Royal Highness Prince Georges Charles Louis Rainier Marie was born on December 3, 2001, in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France. He is the eldest son of Their Royal Highnesses Prince Jérôme and Princess Eugénie. His younger brother, Prince Jean, currently holds the title of Hereditary Duke. From a young age, Prince George showed a passionate interest in various sports disciplines, including tennis and football. Alongside his interest in sports, he developed a deep love for arts and culture.

Duke of Royan

In 2021, due to health issues faced by his father, Prince George was called upon to temporarily assume the responsibilities associated with this position. Unfortunately, this period was marked by the untimely death of Prince Jérôme. Consequently, Prince Georges inherited the title of the 11th Duke of Royan, in addition to his other familial prerogatives.

Driven by strong determination and a deep desire to make a positive impact on the world, Prince George founded the International Ducal Investment Company (I.D.I.C.) in January 2022. This company was established with the aim of supporting businesses and humanitarian associations, thereby contributing to balanced and responsible development. Alongside this entrepreneurial initiative, Prince Georges was appointed as the Special Envoy for Youth of the World Development and Planning Fund, an organization affiliated with the United Nations. This appointment reflects his unwavering commitment to promoting the interests of young people and his active willingness to contribute to their development, from a perspective of sustainability and equity.

The prince is also an external advisor to CEO World, an American store specialized in the world's wealthiest individuals and a business leader.

In December 2022, the Duke of Royan was appointed as the Special Envoy for Youth of the World Development and Planning Fund, a subsidiary organization of the United Nations.

Titles, Honours, and Awards

Titles

   3 December 2001 (2001-12-03) – 14 February 2015 (2015-02-14): His Royal Highness Prince Georges de Royan (birth) ;
   14 February 2015 (2015-02-14) – 4 November 2021 (2021-11-04): His Royal Highness Hereditary Duke Georges de Royan, Count of Olonne ;
   since 4 November 2021 (2021-11-04): His Highness Prince Georges IV, Duke of Royan.

Honours

Knight (2015) and then Grand Cross of the Prince's Order (2021).