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Clément Vandenkerckhove reacts to recognition by Prince Laurent

Clément Vandenkerckhove has responded to the official recognition by Prince Laurent and expresses his gratitude for the support he is receiving.

23 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Clément Vandenkerckhove, the son of Wendy Van Wanten, has responded for the first time to the news that Prince Laurent has officially recognized him as his son. He shares that he is still figuring out how to deal with this recognition.

In his response, Vandenkerckhove emphasizes that it is a process for him to no longer have to keep his origins a secret. He expresses gratitude for the warm reactions he has received so far.

According to VRT NWS, Clément feels that this recognition connects them both and that he is entering a new phase of his life. He is aware of the impact that this revelation will have on his life.

Various sources, including Het Nieuwsblad and Gazet van Antwerpen, report that Vandenkerckhove is relieved that he can finally make his origins public, despite the emotional challenges that come with it.

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