Today, a significant milestone is being celebrated in the world of royal families as His Majesty King Fuad II of Egypt marks his 70th birthday. Born on January 16, 1952, Fuad II's life has been marked by both privilege and tumult, as he was the first and only child of King Farouk of Egypt and Queen Narriman. His early years were marked by the tumultuous Egyptian Revolution of 1952, which led to his father's abdication and Fuad's ascension to the throne at just six months old.
Despite the brief nature of his reign, King Fuad II's life has been filled with significant events and relationships. He has been closely tied to various royal families, including the Albanian Royal House and the Russian Imperial House, and has had a family life marked by both marriage and parenthood. His marriage to Queen Fadila, whom he met in Paris, has resulted in three children, and he has also been a devoted father to his daughter Princess Fawzia-Latifa's children. As he enters this new chapter in his life, we wish King Fuad II a happy 70th birthday and look back on his remarkable journey.
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The 70th birthday of King Fuad II of Egypt marks a significant milestone in the life of the last king of Egypt and the Sudan. Born on January 16, 1952, Fuad II's early years were marked by the tumultuous Egyptian Revolution of 1952, which led to his father's abdication and his own ascension to the throne at just six months old. Despite the brief nature of his reign, King Fuad II's life has been filled with significant events and relationships, including his marriage to Queen Fadila and his family life marked by both marriage and parenthood. As he enters this new chapter in his life, his 70th birthday serves as a reminder of his remarkable journey and the enduring legacy of the Egyptian monarchy.what is the current status of king fuad ii
King Fuad II of Egypt is currently alive and has been living in exile since his deposition in 1953. He has continued to maintain his royal status and has been involved in various activities, including supporting the candidacy of Field Marshal Abdel Fattah el-Sisi as President of Egypt in 2013. Despite his brief reign as a child, Fuad II remains a significant figure in Egyptian history and has been the subject of recent media attention, including his 70th birthday celebration in 2022.what is the current age of king fuad ii
King Fuad II of Egypt is currently 72 years old. |
| His Majesty King Fuad. Photo (c) Fouad II, Official Site. |
Today, HM King Fuad II of Egypt celebrates his seventieth birthday!
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| The infant prince in the Cairo's Abdeen Palace. |
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| King Farouk and Queen Narriman of Egypt with their son Prince Fuad. |
Born on 16 January 1952 at Cairo, Prince Ahmad Fuad of Egypt was the first and only child of King Farouk of Egypt (1920-1965) and his second wife Queen Narriman (1933-2005; née Sadiq), who had married in 1951. From his father's first marriage to Queen Farida (1921-1988; née Safinaz Zulficar), the little prince had three older sisters: Princess Ferial (1938-2009), Princess Fawzia (1940-2005), and Princess Fadia (1943-2002). The three sisters and their younger brother remained very close to one another.
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| Queen Narriman and King Farouk of Egypt with their son King Fuad II while in exile at Capri, 1953. |
Following the Egyptian Revolution of 1952, King Farouk abdicated on 26 July in favour of his six month old son, who became King Fuad II of Egypt. Fuad was never crowned, and he left with his parents and sisters for exile in Europe. A regency was established and headed by Prince Muhammad Abdel Moneim. Owing to the political situation in the country, the infant king's reign was to be very brief. On 18 June 1953, King Fuad II was deposed, the monarchy was abolished, and Egypt became a republic. The marriage of Fuad's parents had deteriorated rather quickly; King Farouk and Queen Narriman divorced in 1954. One of the conditions of the divorce, which was sought by the queen, was that she would have to give up custody of her son. This proved a great source of pain to Narriman, who returned to Egypt. In 1954, Queen Narriman married Dr. Adham al-Nakib, who had been King Farouk's personal doctor. The couple had one son, Akram, and divorced in 1961. King Farouk died in 1965 at the age of forty-five, having never remarried.
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| The religious wedding of King Fuad II of Egypt, 1977. |
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| King Fuad with his son Prince Muhammed Ali, 1979. |
On 16 April 1976 at Paris, King Fuad II of Egypt civilly married Dominique-France Loeb-Picard (b.1948; upon her conversion to Islam she adopted the name Fadila), the daughter of David-Robert Loeb and Paule-Madeleine Picard. The couple were religiously married at Monte Carlo on 5 October 1977 in the presence of Prince Rainier and Princess Grace of Monaco. King Fuad and Queen Fadila had three children: Prince Muhammad Ali (b.1979; married Princess Noal Zaher of Afghanistan), Princess Fawzia-Latifa (b.1982; married Sylvain Jean-Baptiste Alexandre Renaudeau), and Prince Fakhruddin (b.1987). Fuad and Fadila's marriage had faltered by the mid-1990s; the couple separated in 2002. King Fuad filed for divorce in 2006 and Fadila appealed his petition. The couple were finally granted a divorce in 2008.
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| King Fuad with his daughter-in-law Princess Noal Zaher and his son Prince Muhammed Ali on the occasion of their wedding, 2013. Photo (c) Fouad II, Official Site. |
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| King Fuad with his two eldest children, their spouses, and his grandchildren, 2021. Photo (c) Fouad II, Official Site. |
The last King of Egypt lives in Switzerland. King Fuad has four grandchildren. In 2013, the king's eldest son Prince Muhammed Ali, Prince of the Sa'id, married Princess Noal Zaher Shah of Afghanistan, the daughter of Prince Muhammed Daoud Khan and Princess Fatima Begum. Prince Muhammed Ali and Princess Noal Zaher have two children, twins: Prince Fouad Zaher Hassan and Princess Farah-Noor of Egypt (b.2017). In 2019, the king's daughter Princess Fawzia-Latifa married Sylvain Jean-Baptiste Alexandre Renaudeau; the couple have two children, a son Naël Renaudeau (b.2019), and a daughter, Dounia Renaudeau (b.2021). King Fuad is a close family friend to the Albanian Royal House and the Russian Imperial House, among others.
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| The king with his son, daughter-in-law, and their children, 2019. Photo (c) Fouad II, Official Site. |
Our congratulations to His Majesty on his birthday!
As we conclude our reflection on the remarkable life of King Fuad II of Egypt, we are reminded of the significant milestones he has achieved and the enduring legacy of the Egyptian monarchy. Despite the tumultuous circumstances surrounding his early years, Fuad II has persevered and continued to maintain his royal status, a testament to his resilience and dedication to his heritage. His marriage to Queen Fadila and the birth of their three children have added a new dimension to his life, and his close ties to other royal families, such as the Albanian Royal House and the Russian Imperial House, underscore his commitment to preserving the traditions of his family and the monarchy. As we bid farewell to this article, we are left with a deeper appreciation for the complexities and challenges faced by King Fuad II and the lasting impact of his life on the world of royalty.
As we move forward, we are reminded that the story of King Fuad II is not just a personal one but also a reflection of the broader historical context in which he lived. His life serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of power and the enduring power of family and tradition. As we continue to explore the world of royalty and the lives of those who have shaped it, we are reminded of the importance of understanding and respecting the complexities of the past. We wish King Fuad II a continued life of happiness and fulfillment, and we hope that his remarkable story will continue to inspire and educate future generations about the enduring power of the Egyptian monarchy and the significance of its last king, King Fuad II. May his remarkable life serve as a beacon of hope and a testament to the enduring power of tradition and family, as we continue to navigate the complexities of the world around us.
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