Following the announcement of the princess’ birth, standing on the steps of the Lindo Wing, unofficial town crier Tony Appleton told the crowds of admirers, “We welcome with humble duty the new baby of their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The princess is fourth in line to the throne.” The newborn’s name will be revealed in due time. The royal family was informed of the birth, and later that morning, Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles issued a statement of their own.Clarence House told E! News, “The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall are ‘absolutely delighted’ at the birth of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s daughter.”
