King Charles Reveals His Connection to Historical Figures
King Charles has a keen interest in royal history. Recently, actor Luke Evans shared insights from his memoir, “Boy From the Valleys: My Expected Journey,” which was released this year. In it, he recalls being invited to a gala dinner hosted by Prince Charles in 2014 at the Savoy Hotel in London.
During this dinner, Evans learned something surprising: the British royal family is linked to the real Dracula. He remembers Charles, now 76, giving him a firm handshake and asking about his recent work. At the time, Evans had just wrapped up filming “Dracula Untold,” where he portrayed Vlad Tepes III, the historical figure behind the Dracula legend.
According to Evans, Charles lit up while recounting his connection to Vlad, stating, “I actually have something to do with Vlad Tepes.” It’s fascinating, really, to hear a king talk about lineage and history in such a personal way. Evans described it as “the most incredible story,” to which Charles nodded, acknowledging that many people are unaware of this detail.
Evans noted that the king appeared to enjoy discussing their shared interests, perhaps spending more time with him than with other guests. This conversation threaded through centuries of history, linking back to the 1400s and the royal properties in Romania that Charles now owns.
The Prince’s Trust, established by Charles in 1976, aims to assist underprivileged youth in the UK. Evans expressed how remarkable it was that Charles prioritized this discussion about lineage amidst the evening’s formalities.
Royal expert Ian Pelham Turner highlighted Charles’s deep-seated love for Romania, noting their exploration of the impaler connection when examining Prince George’s lineage back in 2013. Turner humorously suggested that some might feel uneasy about this lineage due to its dark historical connotations.
Interestingly, Romanian officials have jokingly dubbed Charles the “Prince of Transylvania,” reflecting a playful acknowledgment of his connections. In 2023, during a visit to Romania, he reiterated his affection for the country and its culture, making this trip especially significant as it was his first abroad since ascending the throne.
Charles’s ties to Romania include owning at least 10 properties, where he retreats to enjoy hiking and painting, often seeking solitude away from the modern world—his country home notably lacks Wi-Fi and television.
The mayor of Alba had previously proposed that Charles accept the honorary title of Prince Transylvania, and it seems this fascinating connection continues to spark interest among both fans and historians alike.
