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Also Known As Willem-Alexander Claus George Ferdinand, king of the Netherlands
Born April 27, 1967 (age 57) • Utrecht • Netherlands
Title / Office king (2013-), Netherlands
Notable Family Members spouse Máxima • mother Beatrix

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