26-Year-Old Royal Mystery Solved: Pop Star's Son Officially Recognized as Prince of Belgium!
The Belgian Royal Family has finally made official the famous claim that has been whispered behind closed doors for years and has become one of the biggest secrets of the country. Prince Laurent, the brother of King Philippe of Belgium, who constantly makes the headlines of the tabloid press, has now recognized his son Clément, who was born to the famous television star and singer Wendy Van Wanten, not only biologically but also legally.
So, what does this historic step confirmed by the Belgian press, Soir Mag and Belga mean?
Here are the details
26-Year Silence Has Been Broken!
A paternity story that had been rumored for years in Belgium but had not been confirmed for a long time came to light last year. Prince Laurent, the brother of King Philippe, announced to the public on September 9, 2025, that he is the biological father of Clément Vandenkerckhove, the son of famous singer and television star Wendy Van Wanten (real name Vandenkerckhove). This announcement put an end to the rumors that had been circulating for about 25 years.
Clément was born in 2000.
The claim that the child's father was the prince due to the relationship between Laurent and Wendy Van Wanten that started in the 1990s was a long-standing topic in the Belgian tabloid press. Moreover, last year's announcement was not the end of the story.
The Signature that Changed Clément's Life
The process for Clément to be legally recognized was initiated after Laurent's declaration of 'I am the biological father'. After months of procedures, it was reported that this recognition took place and Clément is now legally recognized as Prince Laurent's son.
In other words, 26-year-old Clément will no longer be referred to as just 'Prince Laurent's secret son'. Because he was also legally accepted as a member of the Belgian royal family.
Inheritance Door Open, Throne Door Closed
Of course, joining the royal family does not mean having the right to ascend to the throne. Clément, as Prince Laurent's legal son, will have the right to inherit from his father. However, this situation does not place him in the line of succession to the Belgian throne. Due to constitutional arrangements in Belgium, it is not possible for Clément to ascend to the throne.
In other words, the door to the palace has opened, but the door to the throne has not.
So, Now "Prince Clément"?
Sure. With Prince Laurent's legal recognition of paternity, Clément Vandenkerckhove has earned the title of Prince of Belgium. Thus, Clément, who has been the focus of rumors about his father for years, is now an official member of the royal family.
However, as we mentioned before, this title does not grant him the right to the throne. Even though Clément's place in the royal family is now official, he will not be included in the line of succession to the Belgian throne. In short, at the end of a 26-year story, Clément is now not only the son of Prince Laurent, but officially the Prince of Belgium.
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