FORMER England rugby star Mike Tindall has become the first member of the Royal Family to edit the Beano magazine.

The husband of Princess Anne’s daughter Zara will oversee a special edition released today to celebrate Bananaman’s 45th anniversary.

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Mike, 46, also appears in cartoon form, wearing a blue and yellow costume as he helps the superhero tackle a monster to save Beanotown.

In his guest editor’s ­letter, he shares childhood memories and talks about his three children.

He said: “It’s important to set a good example, so I play pranks on the kids and their mum.

"It’s been brilliant to step into the world of Beano and join Bananaman on this epic adventure.

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“I loved reading Beano growing up, and now being able to share that with my own kids is really cool.

“Bananaman’s 45th birthday is a reminder that fun, laughter, and a bit of mischief never go out of style, and sharing laughter with kids is timeless.”

He is the latest royal to appear in Beano after King Charles and Queen Camilla featured in 2023.

Boss Mike Stirling said: “A rugby legend and a superhero famous for epic failure… what could possibly go wrong?

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“Beano brings families together through shared laughs, so this anniversary edition celebrates that with probably the funniest Bananaman story of all-time!”

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