Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie had a traditional royal wedding in 1999, but the early days of their romance were decidedly less formal. Queen Elizabeth II's youngest son first met Sophie in 1987 when she was working as a press officer at Capital Radio.

Specifically, William hopes to tap Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie's two kids, Lady Louise Windsor, 21, and James, Earl of Wessex, 17.

Much like Princess Kate, Duchess Sophie was a normal citizen prior to marrying into the Royal Family. In fact, Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, had a successful career before she married Prince Edward. As a result, Sophie had to "reduce her expectations" in many respects after marriage.

The Duchess of Edinburgh, 60, has been a well-loved member of the Royal Family since her marriage to Prince Edward in 1999, with multiple sources claiming the duchess was one of t