Prince Vittorio Emanuele is a member of the Italian royal family, born on November 14, 1937. He is the son of Umberto II, the last king of Italy, and Maria José of Belgium. After Italy became a republic in 1946, the royal family was exiled, and Vittorio Emanuele grew up in various countries, including Switzerland and France. As a prince, Vittorio Emanuele has been involved in various charitable activities and has expressed interest in restoring the monarchy in Italy. He has also faced controversies, including legal issues and public scrutiny regarding his lifestyle. Despite this, he remains a prominent figure in discussions about Italy's royal history.