When we talk about the Middleton family, most of us immediately think of Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, and her younger sister, Pippa. But there's another Middleton sibling who doesn’t always get the spotlight — James. This handsome 30-year-old Brit is more fascinating than you might realize. If you haven’t heard much about him, don’t worry. Closer Weekly has gathered some interesting facts about this lesser-known Middleton. Let’s dive in!
He Ditched College to Chase His Dreams
James wasn’t the typical college kid who stuck around until graduation. At just 20 years old, he made the bold decision to leave Edinburgh University to start his own business. In an interview with The Telegraph, James explained that he quickly realized university wasn’t where he wanted to be. “Within a few weeks, I knew it wasn’t for me,” he admitted. Instead of sitting through lectures, James was always on the lookout for business ideas. That’s when he launched the Cake Kit Company, a venture that let his entrepreneurial spirit shine.
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From Cake Kits to Marshmallow Magic
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James may have wrapped up his Cake Kit Company in 2015, but he didn’t stop there. He pivoted to another sweet venture: Boomf Marshmallows. This unique business lets customers personalize marshmallows for special occasions, turning them into edible works of art. In a 2014 interview with Brides, James revealed that both Kate and Pippa were huge fans of his marshmallow creations. “They’re incredibly supportive and always curious about what I come up with,” he said. “My family was the first to taste-test my recipes. The marshmallows got the thumbs-up from the very first batch, so I was thrilled with that.”
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His Famous On-and-Off Relationship
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James and TV presenter Donna Air have had a rollercoaster relationship, but things seem to be on solid ground now. The two looked absolutely smitten at Pippa’s wedding to James Matthews back in May. In November 2016, James opened up about their connection in an interview with The Daily Mail. He expressed his deep love for Donna and her 14-year-old daughter, Freya, from a previous relationship. “I love Donna very much, and Freya is a huge part of Donna’s life,” he shared. “It’s not about ‘Donna’ and ‘Oh, she has a child.’ That’s never how I’ve seen it. Marriage isn’t something I’m scared of, but it’s not necessarily the be-all and end-all.”
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Sharing a Roof with Pippa
