Angus is the second son of David Ogilvy, 12th Earl of Airlie and Alexandra Coke (daughter of Thomas, 3rd Earl of Leicester). He was born on September 14, 1928 in London. By Princess Alexandra, he has two children:
Angus' full title is thus The Rt Hon Sir Angus Ogily ''KCVO
As Princess Alexandra undertakes Royal duties, Sir Angus sometimes accompanies her. He also attends major royal occasions with his wife. However he missed the funeral of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother due to ill health.