Charles in Charge

At 74, King Charles III is the oldest royal to ascend the British throne, and his coronation falls at a crucial moment. Support for the monarchy is lower than it was during Queen Elizabeth II's reign, and the royal family's dynamics have never been messier. "Charles in Charge" explores the state of the monarchy, the impact the king's leadership will have on his family, and the legacy he'll leave behind.

A historic coronation

The oldest British monarch’s coronation will be on May 6, 2023.

The king's agenda

King Charles has his work cut out for him.

Family matters

Forget "The Crown" — the British royal family has real-life drama.

Royals in numbers

A peek into the assets that keep the monarchy running.

Credits:

Reporters: Mikhaila Friel, Samantha Grindell, Anneta Konstantinides, Talia Lakritz, Erin McDowell, Maria Noyen, Gabi Stevenson

Story Editors: Charise Frazier, Micaela Garber, Kiara Keane, Joi-Marie McKenzie, Chloé Pantazi-Wolber, Lydia Warren, Megan Willett-Wei

Copy Editors: Jonann Brady, Jonas Dominguez, Kevin Kaplan, Emma LeGault, Nick Siwek

Design, Development, and Art: Kazi Awal, Annie Fu, Shayanne Gal, Skye Gould, Nathan Hacket, Robyn Phelps, Alyssa Powell, Ricki-Lee, Chay Thawaranont, Will Varner

Social Audience Producers and Editors: Tanita Gaither, Morgan Goldwich, Elena Johnson, Pavan Mahal, Annie Smith, Hannah Williams