A 26-year-old Belgian car salesman has officially become a prince after a DNA test confirmed he is the son of Prince Laurent, the brother of the King of Belgium.

Clément Vandenkerckhove was quietly brought into Prince Laurent's family at a town hall ceremony.

Prince Laurent of Belgium has officially recognized his son, Clément Vandenkerckhove, who will now become a Belgian prince, though he will retain his current surname.

Prince Laurent and Princess Claire of Belgium were victims of a banking scam in 2021, losing 17,000 euros.

Clément Vandenkerckhove reacted on Instagram to Prince Laurent officially recognizing him as his son, stating he is still trying to assimilate the news.

Clement Vandenkerckhove, the illegitimate son of Prince Laurent, has been officially recognized as a member of the Belgian royal family.

Clement Vandenkerckhove, the illegitimate son of Belgian Prince Laurent, has been legally recognized. He is now officially acknowledged as a Prince of Belgium.

A 26-year-old Belgian car salesman, Clément Vandenkerckhove, has officially become a Prince of Belgium after a paternity test confirmed he is the biological son of Prince Laurent.

The Belgian royal family is back in the spotlight as Prince Laurent officially recognized his illegitimate son, 26-year-old Clément Vandenkerckhove, who now holds the title of 'Prince of Belgium'.

Prince Aymeric of Belgium, son of Prince Laurent and Princess Claire, is set to make his debut in car racing in early September, with the initial stages of his racing program unveiled at a press conference.