He may hold the 50th position in the line of succession, but Cassius Taylor, often dubbed Britain's 'coolest royal', has now secured the top spot on a prestigious list of the nation's most eligible bachelors. The part-time DJ, who is the grandson of Queen Elizabeth's first cousin, the Duke of Kent, was named after boxing legend Cassius Clay, later known as Muhammad Ali, due to his birth on Boxing Day.
From Royal Events to Nightclub Stages
Cassius recently showcased his DJ skills at Fabric, one of London's premier nightclubs, yet just a few months prior, he attended a more traditional gathering: the Royal Family's annual Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace. His royal connections run deep; back in 2001, at the age of four, he was escorted by the Queen Mother, his great-great aunt, onto the Buckingham Palace balcony to practice his royal wave for the Trooping the Colour ceremony.
A Unique Name and Simple Ambitions
In an interview conducted at his family's London mews house, Cassius revealed that his name is 'my greatest gift from my parents' and serves as 'the ultimate ice-breaker'. As the younger son of Lady Helen Taylor and her husband Timothy Taylor, an art dealer with galleries in Mayfair and New York, he has carved out a niche as a music event 'curator' rather than pursuing a role as a working royal. His ambitions are straightforward: 'Meet great people, throw great parties, stay healthy,' he told Hello! magazine.
Musical Passions and Philanthropic Efforts
Cassius's passion for music ignited at age 12 when Lady Helen took him to see Oasis at Wembley, a memory he recalls with a touch of embarrassment as his mother wouldn't stop dancing. The Taylor family regularly attends Glastonbury together, with Cassius making the pilgrimage for the past seven years. While playing at Worthy Farm remains a dream, he has already achieved a significant milestone by performing at Fabric last year for Rave To Save, a fundraiser supporting the men's suicide charity James' Place. Reflecting on his own struggles, Cassius stated, 'I've had my struggles. And if I can help give back, then I will.'
Royal Connections and Future Plans
Despite his royal ties, Cassius declined an offer to DJ at the upcoming weddings of his cousins, Lady Marina Windsor and Lady Amelia Windsor, both set to marry next year. His story highlights a blend of aristocratic heritage and modern pursuits, making him a standout figure in contemporary British society.
Other Celebrity Highlights
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Meanwhile, King Charles has expanded the Highgrove gift shop offerings to include bee hotels and wallpaper featuring images of his garden, priced at £266 per roll. Socialite Plum Sykes commented on the double standard, noting that if Meghan Markle were involved, it might spark controversy, but for the King, it's seen as chic.
Supermodel Cara Delevingne continues her nomadic lifestyle, having bought and sold two houses worth around £8 million each since her Los Angeles home was destroyed in wildfires two years ago. She recently purchased another £8 million property in Beverly Hills from interior designer Austin Harrelson, raising questions about her long-term plans.
Spotted in the City
- Amanda Holden enjoying a can of Monster and pork crackling in Hammersmith.
- Oscar-nominated actress Saoirse Ronan asking a stranger to tie her shoelaces.
- Traitors star Celia Imrie, incognito in a black cap, strolling past the Burlington Arcade in Mayfair.
- Actors Paul Mescal and Emilia Clarke dining separately at Goodbye Horses in trendy Hackney.
Beauty Routines and Family Dynamics
In a potential slight, Kim Turnbull, girlfriend of Victoria Beckham's son Romeo, shared a six-step skincare routine on TikTok without featuring any VB Beauty products, instead praising Allies Of Skin. This has sparked speculation about tensions within the Beckham family circle.
