Three Brazilian Princes Test Positive For COVID-19

This evening, 18 March, Prince Bertrand of Orleans and Bragança addressed Brazilian monarchists with some unfortunate news. Three of his younger brothers have tested positive for COVID-19 (coronavirus): Prince Antônio, Prince Francisco, and Prince Alberto.

Prince Antônio is sixty-nine years-old. Prince Francisco will turn sixty-five next month. Prince Alberto is sixty-two years-old. The brothers are receiving medical treatment. Prince Antônio is in hospital, as his case is a bit more serious. Together with their families, the three siblings live in the State of Rio de Janeiro, which is currently under quarantine due to the global pandemic.

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The Brazilian princes would be the second, third, and fourth (known) cases of royals contracting COVID-19. Archduke Karl of Austria, the first royal case, tested positive for the virus last week.