Who Is Pippa Middleton's Husband? Get to Know James Matthews

Pippa Middleton‘s husband, James Matthews, raced into her life and completely stole her heart. Fans know the English socialite as an author, columnist and sister of Duchess Kate (née Middleton), but it’s time you learn more about the former professional racing driver.

Pippa first met James in 2007 at the time they both were vacationing in St Barts, a Caribbean island country located in the French West Indies. The duo crossed paths at the luxurious Eden Rock hotel, which is owned by James’ parents, David Matthews and Jane Matthews, according to reports.

The Celebrate author and James maintained a casual relationship, but it took years for their friendship to blossom into a romance. In fact, she dated affluent stockbroker Nico Jackson for nearly three years until 2016. Following their split, Pippa and James started spending more time together, and eventually, they became a couple.

Once the England natives gave their relationship a shot, it wasn’t long before Pippa and James fell in love. It was reported that the pair moved in together in May 2016. By the end of the year, the hedge fund manager got down on one knee and asked for his brunette beauty’s hand in marriage. They cemented their status as a couple when James attended the Middleton family’s Christmas celebration.

After saying yes to forever, Pippa and James tied the knot on May 20, 2017. The two were surrounded by their famous families, including sister Kate and her husband, Prince William, as they said “I do” in an immaculate wedding ceremony at St Marks’s Church in Englefield, England.

Since then, Pippa and James have been living a life of wedded bliss. They’ve also experienced parenthood together. In October 2018, the lovebirds welcomed their eldest son, Arthur Michael William Matthews. “He was born weighing 8 pounds and 9 ounces,” Pippa’s rep told USA Today. “Everyone is delighted and mother and baby are doing well.”

It won’t be long before Arthur is no longer an only child, though, considering Pippa and James are expecting their second child, multiple outlets reported in mid-December. “Pippa and James are thrilled, it’s fantastic news amid a difficult year,” an insider told Page Six. “The entire family is delighted.”

While we wait for Pippa and her hubby to welcome baby No. 2, scroll through the gallery below to learn more about James!

James Comes From a Prominent Family

He may have married the Duchess of Cambridge’s gorgeous sister, but James comes from a high-class family himself. After being born on August 21, 1975, he was raised by his parents alongside siblings Spencer Matthews, Nina Mackie and late brother Michael Matthews.

According to reports, they split their time between their 30-acre estate in Nottinghamshire, England, and the Eden Rock hotel in St Barts. The family also owns a 10,000-acre property called the Glen Affric Estate in Scotland.

He Was a Race Car Driver

James has a need for speed! For years, he worked as a professional race car driver, having competed in series like the British Formula 3 Championship, the British Formula Renault Championship, the Eurocup Formula Renault and many more. Throughout his journey, James won dozens of awards and accolades.

James is an Heir

Thanks to his dad, James is expected to inherit the Glen Affric National Nature Reserve one day. His father, David, purchased the 10,000-acre estate in the Scottish Highlands in 2008 and became the Laird of Glen Affric. Considering James is David’s eldest child, he will eventually receive this land and title once his father dies, the Observer reported. That means Pippa could become the Lady of Glen Affric!

For now, James is the solitary managing director of Beaufort Glen Affric Ltd, documents report. He also uses the title James Matthews of Glen Affric the younger, which he will carry until he inherits the estate.

James is a Doting Dad

Pippa and her beau are very private when it comes to their family, so it’s not often for them to talk about their son, Arthur. Fortunately, fans got a glimpse inside their lives as parents when they were spotted on vacation with their little man in December 2019. Pippa and James looked happier than ever as they lounged on the beach with Arthur.

Wet bet James and Pippa are so excited to give Arthur a little sibling!