A 26-year-old Belgian car salesman, Clément Vandenkerckhove, has officially become a prince after a recent DNA test confirmed his parentage. Vandenkerckhove is the son of Prince Laurent, brother of King Philippe of Belgium. The confirmation ends a years-long legal battle initiated by Vandenkerckhove to establish his royal lineage. He initially sought recognition from Prince Laurent, who initially questioned his paternity, leading to the court-ordered DNA testing. The Belgian royal palace has acknowledged the results and accepted Vandenkerckhove as a member of the royal family. This surprising turn of events elevates Vandenkerckhove’s status and places him within the line of succession to the Belgian throne.