Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 24, 2025 · Entertainment

Royal Stepson's Nanny: Mastering Mandarin for Cultural Heritage

Dara apologised for 'butchering' her Chinese and said that she had hired a nanny to teach Wolfie the language

PRINCESS BEATRICE'S EX-LOVER DARA HUANG TEACHES HER SON TO SPEAK CHINESE: IS SHE TRYING TO RAISE A FUTURE ROYAL AMBASSADOR?

In a shocking revelation, Princess Beatrice's ex-lover Dara Huang has revealed that she is teaching her son Wolfie to speak fluent Chinese. But is this just a clever move to strengthen ties with the Royal Family or is Dara trying to raise a future ambassador for the UK?

Dara, 42, a Harvard-educated architect from the US, met her ex-fiancé Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi in 2015 and they welcomed Wolfie into the world two years later. However, their relationship didn't work out, and Dara has been seen warmly welcoming Princess Beatrice's husband into the Royal Family since.

Dara also said that she was taking Wolfie, nine, to Taiwan, Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong this year 'to experience it all'

In an exclusive interview with World Microphone, Dara spoke about her decision to teach Wolfie Chinese, saying: "His Chinese is better than mine. I think growing up Chinese in America is very hard. You have to pass down your identity and culture to your kids."

But what's really behind Dara's decision? Sources close to the family claim that Dara wants Wolfie to be fluent in Chinese so he can connect with his Asian heritage and potentially become a future ambassador for the UK.

Dara's parents are from Taiwan, and she moved to America when her father got a high-flying job at NASA. But despite being born in the US, Dara has always maintained strong ties with her Asian roots. In fact, every year she throws Wolfie a big party to celebrate Chinese New Year, where all his friends wear traditional Chinese outfits.

Princess Beatrice, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi and Wolfie are pictured together at a Christmas carol service in 2023

But what about Dara's current love life? The architect was previously dating London-based financier Filippos Kodellas de la Morena in 2020, but the couple went their separate ways after he announced his engagement to another woman. However, it seems Dara is back on the market and has been spotted on numerous dates around London.

A ROYAL CONNECTION?

Dara's decision to teach Wolfie Chinese comes as Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi welcome their second child together, Athena. The couple are known for their strong Asian heritage, with Princess Beatrice being half-Japanese and Edoardo having Italian roots.

Dara Huang, 42, who is from the US but now lives in central London , was with Princess Beatrice 's husband Edo for three years from 2015 until 2018 and the pair even got engaged in 2017

Sources close to the Royal Family claim that Dara has been "warmly welcomed" into the fold since her split from Edo. But what's really behind this unusual friendship? Is Dara trying to use her relationship with Wolfie to get closer to the Royals or is she genuinely interested in passing on her cultural heritage?

Whatever the reason, it seems Dara is determined to raise a bilingual and bicultural child who can connect with both their Asian and Western roots.

A PENTHOUSE TOUR WITH A ROYAL TWIST

Dara decorates their house for Chinese New Year every year with vibrant red wall hangings and throws Wolfie a party with his friends

But what about Dara's current love life? The architect was spotted on a tour of a £60million London penthouse with estate agent Constance Cunningham, where she awkwardly dodged a conversation about the Royal Family. When Cunningham pointed out Kensington Palace Gardens from the balcony, Dara simply said "Kensington Palace" before Cunningham gently steered the conversation towards the Royals.

A NEW LIFE IN LONDON

Dara has been living in Chelsea since her split from Edo and is now on the market for a new partner. But what about Wolfie's future? Will he follow in his parents' footsteps and become a member of the Royal Family or will he forge his own path?

Dara said she felt like it was important for her son to 'appreciate' his roots and wants him to experience his culture

Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: Dara Huang is determined to raise a bilingual and bicultural child who can connect with both their Asian and Western roots.

Sources close to Dara claim that she is "proud" of Wolfie's language skills and is eager for him to experience his Chinese heritage firsthand. This summer, the family will be traveling to Taiwan, Shanghai, Beijing, and Hong Kong so Wolfie can immerse himself in the culture.

But what about Dara's own love life? The architect has been spotted on numerous dates around London, including a cheeky comment on her Instagram Stories where she joked about "99 per cent men flooding pubs" in Mayfair.

It seems Dara is back on the market and ready to take on whatever comes next. But one thing is for sure: Wolfie's bilingual skills will be in high demand when he grows up!

Sources close to the family claim that Dara wants Wolfie to become a future ambassador for the UK, but what about his parents' influence? Will Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi support Dara's plans or will they try to steer their son towards a different path?

Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: Dara Huang is determined to raise a bilingual and bicultural child who can connect with both their Asian and Western roots.