Lord Ivar Mountbatten, a member of the British aristocracy and a recent participant in a reality TV show, has shared some joyful news about his family. Lord Ivar, who is 62 years old and a cousin to King Charles, took to Instagram on July 26th to announce the engagement of his eldest daughter, Ella. In a heartfelt caption accompanying a photo of the couple, he expressed his happiness about Ella’s engagement to her boyfriend, Fergus Wright. Lord Ivar jokingly mentioned that Fergus was not one to rush into things, but he is delighted that the couple has finally taken this step. He expressed his confidence in Fergus looking after his daughter and wished them both love and happiness during this special time in their lives.
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Ella, who is 29 years old, works as a brand partnership manager for Peninsula Hotels in Hong Kong, while her fiancé, Fergus Wright, is an insurer relationship executive. Lord Ivar is the son of David Mountbatten, the 3rd Marquess of Milford Haven, and has ties to royalty through his great-great-great-grandmother, Queen Victoria. Following his divorce from Penelope Thompson, now Lady Penny Mountbatten, in 2011, Lord Ivar revealed his relationship with James Coyle, whom he married in 2018. This marriage marked him as the first member of the British monarch’s extended family to have an open same-sex relationship and wedding.
Aside from his royal connections, Lord Ivar gained public attention in 2025 when he participated in season 3 of The Traitors U.S. reality show and emerged as one of the winners. His victory on the show alongside other contestants brought him a new level of fame and recognition. Among those who congratulated Lord Ivar on his daughter’s engagement were his former castmates from The Traitors U.S., showcasing the camaraderie and support within the entertainment industry.
In addition to his recent achievements, Lord Ivar also shares a special bond with his royal cousins, particularly Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh, and his wife, Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh. Prince Edward is Ella’s godfather, and Sophie is the godmother to another of Lord Ivar’s daughters, Alexandra. Lord Ivar himself is the godfather to Edward and Sophie’s eldest child, Lady Louise Windsor, illustrating the close family ties that exist within the royal circle.
Lord Ivar Mountbatten’s announcement of his daughter’s engagement has brought joy and well-wishes from friends, family, and fans alike. As he continues to navigate his roles in both the aristocratic and entertainment worlds, the news of Ella’s upcoming marriage adds a special chapter to his family’s story. With his lineage tracing back to British royalty and his own personal journey making headlines, Lord Ivar Mountbatten remains a figure of interest and admiration in the public eye.