On this day, August 7, 2026, I am composing a Pre-Death Probate and Will, that will include Aileen Getty, Christopher Wilding, and their three children who descend from Elizabeth Rosemond Taylor. She is their grandmother. I also include my grandson, Tyler Hunt, who will be forever in the Getty Family Tree, if he changes his name to…..
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What is Pre-Death Probate?
If you have questions about Pre-Death Probate and why it may or may not be beneficial to your Estate Plan, keep reading.
When we think of our Estate Plans, we consider our intentions for the future. The kind of medical treatment we want, what should happen to our home, and who should get the items we’ve cherished throughout our lives, to name a few. But not many of us may think about what happens after that. After the ink dries and everything is final, when you’re no longer there to mediate or settle a disagreement.
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Your Will goes into effect when you die or are otherwise unable to speak for yourself. As part of the process of settling your Estate, it must go through Probate Court. During this process, your Beneficiaries have the chance to contest the validity of your Will. When you Probate your Will before death, your Heirs can contest the document in front of you, putting you in the position to defend and finalize it.
Probate can be a lengthy and often expensive process. It can even eat up an Estate’s resources, leaving little for the Beneficiaries by the end. That may be why a handful of states now allow Pre-Death Probate and why the call to expand it is gaining attention. In this guide, we’ll break down:
- What is Pre-Death Probate?
- Pros of Pre-Death Probate
- Cons of Pre-Death Probate
- Expert Estate Planning Help
What is Pre-Death Probate?
Pre-Death Probate, or antemortem probate, is the process of Probating a Will before death instead of after.
Pros of Pre-Death Probate
The concept of Pre-Death Probate can seem attractive to anyone who wants to save their family from the financial and emotional stress of settling their Estate in court. Pre-Death Probate can also validate your wishes in front of your family and dissuade people from contesting them. Here are the pros of Pre-Death Probate:
Convenience
Probating your Will before death files it with the county clerk’s office. That means not having to remember where you put it years later or keep it safe for your loved ones to find after you’re gone.
The average American spends two and a half days each year looking for lost items. Probating your Will before death saves your loved ones that precious time. And just because you Probated your Will doesn’t mean that anything immediately goes into effect. A Will does not take effect until after the Testator, the person who created the Will, has died.
Make Your Wishes Known
When you Probate your Will before death, you’re telling your family and loved ones that these are your final wishes; and you’re testifying to it in court. They don’t have to agree with the decisions you’ve made. There’s a chance someone won’t. But instead of airing their grievances with the court after you’re gone, drawing the Probate process out, they have the chance to say their piece in front of you.
Following through with a family member’s last wishes can be difficult. Not just because of grief, but also if they aren’t in agreement with the decisions you made. Probating your Will before death allows you the opportunity to tell your loved ones that these are your last wishes, from end-of-life care to who inherits your home.
Avoid Family Disputes
No one can hold a grudge like a member of the family can. Rather than igniting a family dispute between siblings, cousins, or extended family, Pre-Death Probate provides your Heirs with the certainty of knowing that what is in your Will are your true last wishes.
No one wants to think about the people they love most not getting along after they’re gone, and family rifts can last for years. Pre-Death Probate can provide a kind of closure that can be beneficial to those you leave behind.
Probating a Will before death can also discourage family members from contesting the Will for fear of being cut off or disinherited.
Cons of Pre-Death Probate
While it’s true that Pre-Death Probate can provide Testators (and Beneficiaries) with peace of mind, some notable drawbacks are still at play. Here are the cons of Pre-Death Probate:
Not Valid Everywhere
While it may seem like a good way to stop family turmoil before it begins, only four states allow you to Probate your Will before death—Ohio, Arkansas, North Dakota, and Alaska.
If you live in one state but own property in another, you may need to Probate your Will with each of those states. The county that you reside in does not have jurisdiction over the property in other locations.
While Pre-Death Probate is not recognized everywhere, states will typically accept Wills from other states if it is valid in the county it originated.
The Terms Can Change at Any Time
While your Will may be finalized and filed with the county clerk, you can still change it at any time before your death. Going through Pre-Death Probate does not lock in your wishes. It isn’t in a vault where you can’t get to it again. But creating a new Will or updating an existing one will require you to go through Pre-Death Probate again.
Loss of Privacy
Once filed with the court, a Will becomes a matter of public record. This is true whether the Testator goes through Pre-Death Probate while they are alive or if the Executor of the Estate files the Will with the Register of Wills after their death.
Once a Will becomes public, anyone who may have a reason to believe that they are (or should be) named in your Will can show up at the courthouse and request to view your documents in their entirety.
Expert Estate Planning Help
Probating your Will before Death is as personal of a decision as anything else in your Estate Plan. There are sensible reasons why it may make sense for you and your loved ones.
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Elizabeth Taylor’s 10 Grandchildren
Julianne MacNeill
Updated Mon, October 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM PDT
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- Elizabeth Taylor’s legacy lives on through her four children and 10 grandchildren, who have pursued careers in graphic design, fashion styling, acting, photography, music, and more.
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Elizabeth Taylor left a lasting legacy behind, following her illustrious film career and life as Hollywood star. And while she was shining on the big screen and on the front cover of every magazine, Elizabeth Taylor was becoming a mother and a grandmother to her four children and eventual 10 grandchildren. Meet Laela, Naomi, Tarquin, Caleb, Andrew, Lowell, Quinn, Rhys, Eliza and Richard!
Laela Wilding
The first born grandchild of the actress was Laela Wilding, daughter of Taylor’s eldest son, Michael Wilding Jr. and Johanna Lykke-Dahn. Laela was born in 1971, making her 54 years old today. According to Laela’s LinkedIn profile, she works as a graphic designer.
Laela spoke about growing up as the granddaughter of the world-famous actress.
“Family was number one for her,” Wilding shared of her grandmother. “We had a family where we all loved one another – her children and her grandchildren and it comes from her her desire to bring us all together.”
Naomi Wilding
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Five years after her first grandchild was born, Taylor became a grandmother of two when Naomi Wilding was born in 1976. The now-49 year old is the second-born daughter of Michael Wilding Jr. and Johanna Lykke-Dahn.
“Twice a year my sister, Laela, and I would go to L.A. to stay at my grandmother’s house, which was like a fairy tale,” Naomi Wilding recalled. “I spent hours in her closet. She had all the designers—Valentino, Versace—and things she’d picked up in the market in Mexico too. We’d sit on her bed. She’d open her jewelry closet, bring out drawer after drawer, and tell us stories of her life through each piece.”
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Growing up going through her grandmother’s closet influenced Naomi to become a fashion stylist and creative director, according to her LinkedIn profile.
Naomi also shared about life as the granddaughter of a Hollywood icon. She explained, “My grandmother loved her children deeply, but she wasn’t always able to be present for them during the very height of her fame… My grandmother was so hugely successful, which makes me want to achieve more.”
Tarquin Wilding
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The third born child of Michael Wilding Jr. was Tarquin Wilding, born in 1990. Tarquin is the son of Wilding Jr. and his wife, Brooke Palance. He tried his hand at acting, having appeared in shows like Shameless.
Tarquin Wilding previously opened up about the his life growing up, sharing, “I often think about how lucky I am to have been born into a group of such wacky, caring, sensitive people,” Wilding shared of his family.
Caleb Wilding
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Caleb Wilding was born to Taylor’s son, Christopher Wilding and his then wife, Aileen Getty, in 1983. He was the first grandson born into the family and is currently 42 years old.
Andrew Wilding
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Born in 1985 was Andrew Wilding, the second grandson of the Taylor clan. Andrew was born to Christopher Wilding and Aileen Getty. He had a very brief stint in acting, known for Piano Man (2010), Everything Carries Me to You (2011) and Pleased to Meet You (2012).
Lowell Wilding
Lowell Wilding, son of Christopher Wilding and his wife, Margaret Carlton, was born in 1991. The now-34 year old is a landscape and nature photographer, having been featured in National Geographic.
Quinn Tivey
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Quinn Tivey was the first child of Liza Todd and her then-husband, Hap Tivey, and was born in 1986. Tivey received his Bachelor’s degree at USC School of Cinematic ArtsUSC School of Cinematic Arts and later received two Masters degrees: a Masters of Fine Art at School of Visual Arts and a Masters of Business Administration at Yale School of Management.
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The 39 year old is currently a co-trustee of the House of Taylor, which preserves the actress’ legacy, as well as an officer at The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation, according to his LinkedIn page.
After the recent release of Taylor Swift’s song, “Elizabeth Taylor,” Tivey shared his thoughts and what his family has said about the track.
“My family loves the song, and grandma would have loved it too—I wish she could have heard it,” Tivey shared.
Rhys Tivey
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Liza Todd and Hap Tivey had a second son, Rhys Tivey, born in 1991. The 34 year old is a multi-talented musician, working as a vocalist, trumpeter, songwriter, producer and voice teacher, as well as an actor. Tivey also attended New York University for jazz trumpet. Aside from his musical endeavors, Tivey is an ambassador to the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation.
Eliza Carson
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Elizabeth “Eliza” Carson was born to Maria Burton Carson and her then-husband, Steve Carson, in 1982. Carson has previously opened up about life with her grandmother and how she wasn’t any ordinary family member.
“Once, while we were discussing makeup, I told her we should go to Sephora, which turned out to be a terrible idea,” Carson recalled. “We had fun for the first 15 minutes, but then she was recognized, and we quickly had to be escorted out.”
Taylor’s granddaughter also appreciated her grandmother’s generosity, as she always gave her such memorable keepsakes. She shared, “She was so generous. I was on my way out to a New Year’s Eve party and she said, ‘No, no, no, take off what you have on right now! You’re wearing these.’ They were these beautiful, huge chandelier earrings from India with rose quartz, diamonds, and pearls. I will absolutely keep them for the rest of my life.”
As of 2016, Eliza worked for the Department of Child Protection in Manhattan and she says it’s thanks to Elizabeth Taylor’s kindness and humanitarian efforts. Carson is also an ambassador for the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation.
Richard McKeown
Maria Burton had a second child, Richard McKeown, with her second husband, Tom McKeown. Richard was born in 2001.
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Queen Elizabeth’s 15 Great-Grandchildren: See the Meaning Behind Their Names
From traditionally royal picks like George and Louis to meaningful monikers including Lilibet and Charlotte, here’s the story behind each royal great-grandchild’s name
Andrea Wurzburger, Stephanie Sengwe
Fri, August 7, 2026 at 4:40 AM PDT
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On August 3, Princess Eugenie and husband Jack Brooksbank announced the arrival of their third child, a baby girl. While her name is yet to be revealed, it’s likely to be as thoughtful and meaningful as those of the children of her sister and their cousins.
The royal family has often opted for traditional names when it comes to christening their younger members. Prince William’s first son, George, was named after King George VI, Queen Elizabeth’s father, while his daughter, Charlotte, carries the female version of his father, King Charles‘ name.
Additionally, several of the great-grandchildren carry names that pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth, Prince Phillip and Princess Diana, all of whom have died.
Read on to learn the meanings behind some of Queen Elizabeth’s great-grandchildren’s names.
Related: A Royal Guide to Queen Elizabeth’s 15 Great-Grandchildren
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Athena Elizabeth Rose Mapelli Mozzi
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Born: Jan. 22, 2025
The second child of Princess Beatrice and husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, Athena Elizabeth Rose joined the long list of relatives whose monikers honor the late queen. As far as Athena goes, the name is of Greek origin and belonged to the goddess of wisdom, strategic warfare and handicrafts, while Rose, like the flower, symbolizes love, beauty and passion.
“We welcomed Baby Athena into our lives last week. She is tiny and absolutely perfect. We are all (including Wolfie and Sienna) already completely besotted with her,” Edoardo wrote on Instagram following their daughter’s early arrival back in 2025.
“Our hearts are overflowing with love for you, baby Athena.”
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Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank
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Born: May 30, 2023
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Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank welcomed a son in the spring of 2023. The proud parents announced his arrival via Instagram, and also revealed the meaning behind his name.
“Jack and I wanted to share the news that we had our little boy, Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank on 30th May 2023 at 8.49 weighing 7.1lbs,” the princess wrote. “He is named after his great great great Grandfather George, his Grandpa George and my Grandpa Ronald. Augie is loving being a big brother already.”
Like his elder brother August, Ernest has a name that has German origins. It means “serious” and “vigor.”
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Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Mozzi
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Born on: September 18, 2021
Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi honored Beatrice’s grandmother by giving their firstborn daughter the middle name Elizabeth. According to Nameberry, the name Sienna refers to the orange-red color of the clay in the Italian city of Siena.
Though they didn’t immediately explain why they chose their daughter’s first name, Edo wrote a sweet tribute on Instagram when he announced the choice: “These are the days I never want to forget. This week, a friend said to me the sweetest saying….that with every child you grow a whole new heart 💖”
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Princess Lilibet Diana
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Born on: June 4, 2021
The second child and first daughter of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Lilibet Diana’s name contains sweet nods to the strong women who came before her: Prince Harry’s grandmother Queen Elizabeth and his mother, Princess Diana.
Elizabeth is a biblical name that means “God is my oath” in Hebrew. The monarch was affectionately nicknamed Lilibet as a child by her family members. The name also has some sentimental meaning for Meghan, harkening back to a childhood nickname given to her by her mother Doria.
Her middle name honors Princess Diana, Harry’s beloved mother, who died in a 1997 car crash in Paris.
Lilibet Diana shares her middle name with her cousin Charlotte, whose third name is Diana.
Like big brother Archie, when she was born, Lili had the surname “Mountbatten-Windsor,” used by the descendants of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, and carried the title of “miss” while Archie was “master.” In accordance with the precedent established by King George V after he issued a Letters Patent in 1917, their statuses changed to “prince” and “princess” as the grandchildren of the sovereign when King Charles ascended the throne.
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Lucas Philip Tindall
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Born on: March 21, 2021
The third child and first son of Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall and the fifth grandchild of Princess Anne, Lucas does not share a first name with any other royal.
The name Lucas means “bringer of light.” The baby boy’s middle name, Philip, is believed to be a joint tribute to both Zara’s late grandfather, Prince Philip, and Mike’s father.
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August Philip Hawke Brooksbank
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Born on: February 9, 2021
The first son of Princess Eugenie and husband Jack Brooksbank and first grandchild of former Prince Andrew and Sarah, Duchess of York, August’s name holds plenty of meaning.
After his birth, Princess Eugenie shared that her son is “named after his great grandfather and both of his great x5 grandfathers.”
August is the Christian name of Prince Albert, and is a German form of the Latin Augustus, meaning “great, magnificent.” Philip is a nod to Queen Elizabeth‘s beloved husband and Eugenie’s late grandfather. Hawke is a family name on Jack Brooksbank’s side.
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Prince Archie Harrison
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Born on: May 6, 2019
The first child of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle broke with tradition when they named their firstborn son a name that wasn’t on anyone’s radar.
Though he is simply Archie, the name is usually short for the German name Archibald, which means “genuine and bold” or “brave.”
The couple also explained a bit more about how they chose Archie’s name when they unveiled their Archewell Foundation.
“Before SussexRoyal came the idea of ‘arche’ — the Greek word meaning ‘source of action,’ “ the couple said at the time. “We connected to this concept for the charitable organization we hoped to build one day, and it became the inspiration for our son’s name. To do something of meaning, to do something that matters.”
His middle name originates from the Middle Ages and means “son of Henry” or “son of Harry.”
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Lena Elizabeth Tindall
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Born on: June 18, 2018
The second daughter of Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall, Lena’s grandparents are Princess Anne and Mark Phillips. Lena’s name, like her brother Lucas’, means “light” in Greek. It is also loosely connected to another royal: Princess Helena, Queen Victoria’s fifth child.
Her middle name, Elizabeth, is a tribute to Queen Elizabeth. Lena shares the middle name with her mother, Zara’s second cousin, Charlotte; Princess Beatrice; and Princess Anne.
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Louis Arthur Charles
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Born on: April 23, 2018
Louis, the third child of Prince William and Kate Middleton, was given a name that is shared with many other men in his family. His first name is found in the full names of father William and brother George. Louis is the French version of the name Ludwig, which means “famous warrior.”
His second name, Arthur, is shared with his father, Prince William, and grandfather, Prince Charles (who, of course, also shares a name with Louis’s third name). The name Arthur is a particularly strong one: the legendary King Arthur formed the Round Table in sixth-century England.
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Charlotte Elizabeth Diana
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Born on: May 2, 2015
The second child of Prince William and Kate Middleton, Princess Charlotte‘s name is also full of meaning.
Her first name is the female version of Charles, her grandfather, and her aunt Pippa Middleton‘s middle name. In French, it means “free.”
Her middle name, Elizabeth, is a tribute to her great-grandmother, Elizabeth, and her mother, the Queen Mother, who shared the same name. Her third name pays homage to her late grandmother, William’s mother, Princess Diana.
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Mia Grace Tindall
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Born on: January 17, 2014
The first child of Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall, Mia’s grandparents are Princess Anne and Mark Phillips. The Tindalls went with a name not found in the family for their firstborn. Mia stems from the Egyptian word for “beloved” and is Italian for “mine.” The Latin origin of her middle name, Grace, means “charm.”
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Prince George Alexander Louis
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Born on: July 22, 2013
The first son of the Prince and Princess of Wales, George is named after his great-grandmother’s father, King George VI. George is a name deriving from the Greek word for “farmer.”
His second name, Alexander, is a nod to Queen Elizabeth‘s middle name, Alexandra. Alexander is a Greek name for “defender of the people.”
His third name, Louis, is passed down from his father, William, whose fourth name was also Louis, after his great-grandfather’s uncle, Lord Louis Mountbatten.
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Isla Elizabeth Phillips
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Born On: March 29, 2012
The second daughter of Peter Phillips and Autumn Kelly and second grandchild of Princess Anne and Mark Phillips, Isla’s first name is unique to the royal family. It is the Scottish word for “island.” Her middle name is, of course, a nod to her great-grandmother Queen Elizabeth.
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Savannah Anne Phillips
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Born on: December 19, 2010
The first daughter of Peter Phillips and Autumn Kelly, Savannah Phillips is the eldest of Queen Elizabeth‘s great-grandchildren. Her grandparents are Princess Anne and Mark Phillips.
Savannah’s first name, which is a place name (as in Savannah, Georgia) has roots in a Taino Native American word that means “treeless plain,” and is unique for the royal family. Her middle name is a nod to her grandmother Princess Anne. She also shares that with her aunt, Zara Phillips.
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