It's Controversial/ Who is Peregrine Pearson? All you need to know about Sophie Turner's alleged beau

Amid her divorce from Joe Jonas, Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner seems to have found new love in a British aristocrat, Peregrine "Perry" Pearson. The couple was recently captured sharing a kiss in Paris, sparking intrigue about this charming British heir. Let's explore the life and background of Peregrine Pearson and his budding romance with Sophie Turner.

Introducing Peregrine "Perry" Pearson

Peregrine Pearson, known as Perry, is a 29-year-old British gentleman born into a wealthy family. His claim to fame is being the heir to the Cowdray Estate in West Sussex, Britain. The Pearson family boasts a rich history in the publishing and education industry, thanks to the legacy of Peregrine's ancestor, Samuel Pearson. Samuel Pearson founded a renowned publishing company in 19th-century London, which went on to become the world's largest education company and a major book publisher. Today, the Pearson family is involved in various business ventures.

Peregrine Pearson's family

Peregrine's parents are Michael Orlando Weetman Pearson, also known as the 4th Viscount Cowdray, and Marina Rose Cordle. Michael Pearson, also known as Viscount Cowdray, once dabbled in the film industry during the late 1960s, producing movies like Sympathy for the Devil, featuring the Rolling Stones, and Vanishing Point in 1971.

The Pearson family's business

The Pearson family is well-regarded for their involvement in the publishing and education sector. Notably, Samuel Pearson founded Pearson plc, a multinational publishing and education company in the 19th century. Pearson plc played a significant role in the global education and publishing industry, providing educational materials, textbooks, assessment services, and educational technology to schools and universities worldwide. The Cowdray Estate, in addition to its extensive land holdings, has expanded into diverse businesses, including a polo club, a farm shop, a café, a golf club, and cottages.

Peregrine's future title

Peregrine Pearson, as the eldest son of the current Viscount Cowdray, Michael Pearson, is poised to inherit the title, becoming the 5th Viscount Cowdray. His father, Michael, has expressed his desire to pass on the family legacy, including the Cowdray Park Polo Club, Pearson plc, and more, to Peregrine and his other siblings.

Peregrine's siblings

Peregrine Pearson's father, Viscount Cowdray, has five children. His son Sebastian was born out of wedlock and is not the official heir. Peregrine is the legitimate heir to the title, and he has three sisters named Eliza, Emily, and Catrina, along with a brother named Montague. Eliza, previously married to Ned RocknRoll (now married to Kate Winslet), is currently married to Leif Kvaal, a Norwegian financier, and has three children. Emily is also married and has one child.