More infoThe upcoming series of The Traitors US is set to feature a Royal contestant for the first time, with Lord Ivar Mountbatten officially joining the star-studded cast. The 61 year old Royal has several connections to the monarchy, including being second cousins with King Charles. Beyond his familial ties, Ivar considered the late Prince Philip as a father figure following the death of his own father in April 1970. Lord Ivar shared with The Telegraph: "Prince Philip, then 49, and Uncle Dickie stepped up and supported my mother, who'd been left a widow aged just 31. (Image: PA)He further revealed his personal experiences with Prince Philip, saying: "In later years, I would sit with him and ask endless questions about my father.
