Royal Family: Last News

It has been revealed that The Prince and Princess of Wales will miss the annual Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace today (Thursday, 19 December) as they are already in Norfolk and are gearing up for the festive period. The couple, along with their three children, Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, nine, and Prince Louis, six, will no doubt be excited to spend time with the family over Christmas in Sandringham, as is tradition.

King Charles is reportedly 'very grateful' to Sarah Ferguson for convincing Prince Andrew to steer clear of the royal Christmas festivities amidst his latest scandal involving alleged Chinese spy Yang Tengbo.The Duke and Duchess of York have decided to skip the Royal Family's Christmas events and a Buckingham Palace lunch for the extended family, opting instead to spend the holidays at the Royal Lodge in Windsor.This move is seen as an effort to avoid casting a shadow over the celebrations with the recent negative press surrounding Andrew. A palace insider told the Times: "I know that the King is very grateful to the duchess for her assistance." It's believed that Sarah Ferguson played a key role in Andrew's decision to miss out on the royal holiday gatherings.

King Charles was spotted arriving at Buckingham Palace to host his annual pre-Christmas lunch for the extended Royal Family. Dressed in a suit and blue tie, the 76 year old monarch waved to tourists gathered outside the Palace gates as he was driven there.

The Times UK that the Prince and Princess of Wales are already in Norfolk for the start of the holidays.Their kids Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6, are with them and also won’t be at the lunch.The source said William and Kate’s absence has nothing to do with the news that Prince Andrew pulled out of the event amid his connection with an alleged Chinese spy. King Charles III, 76, was photographed arriving at the palace for his pre-Christmas lunch in a car with his private secretary.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle showed off a new member of their family in their 2024 holiday card.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex released the card on Monday, a little over a week before Christmas. In addition to featuring the first photo of their children Prince Archie, 5, and Princess Lilibet, 3, that the couple have shared since 2022, the festive card also marked the first time the royals have been photographed with the newest addition to their family, their rescue dog Momma Mia.

multiple outlets.Instead, Beatrice, 36, and Eugenie, 34, will both spend Christmas with their respective in-laws. Beatrice is married to Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi and is pregnant with their second child.

for Christmas this year. Instead, the Duke of York, 64, will “honourably withdraw” from the royal family’s Christmas celebrations at their estate in Sandringham, England to avoid being a distraction, according to the BBC.It is expected that Andrew will remain home at Royal Lodge in Windsor Park — the palatial estate he has fought to remain in after King Charles attempted to evict him.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made an unexpected choice with their Christmas card this year.The couple decided to feature a rare snap of their two children, Archie and Lilibet - the first time we've seen the little ones in years. Fans were thrilled by the photo, which captures the kids from behind as they excitedly dash towards their parents.

Meghan Markle’s latest venture may be on the back burner.After the 43-year-old and her husband, Prince Harry, 40, signed a $100 million deal with Netflix, the pair put out their latest project “Polo.”The five-part docuseries follows the lives of the elite equestrian players — on and off the field — but many viewers were left unimpressed.After reports surfaced that Markle will launch her own Netflix show centered around “cooking, gardening and entertaining” in “early 2025,” per Page Six, the series could be in jeopardy. A release date has yet to be announced for the show — which was originally set to complement American Riviera Orchard, the lifestyle brand created by Markle in 2024.

Queen Camilla recently enjoyed a festive theatre trip with her family, and they all headed home in a rather humble Ford Transit minibus.The 77 year old Royal was seen leaving the Fortune Theatre in central London after delighting in a special Christmas performance of Operation Mincemeat. Accompanying the Queen were her daughter Laura Lopes, son-in-law Harry Lopes, grandchildren Louis, Gus, and Eliza Lopes, granddaughter Lola Parker Bowles, and niece Alice Irwin. Post-show, the family opted for a low-key exit in a minibus.

An insider has reportedly expressed fears that the Duke of York may never be seen in public with the Royal Family again.

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie are reportedly planning to "skip Christmas" with their father, Prince Andrew, opting instead to spend the day with their husbands' families.The Royal sisters, Beatrice, 36, and Eugenie, 34, are said to be spending the festive season with their in-laws amidst the ongoing controversy surrounding their dad. It's believed that they've made this decision after not having had the opportunity to do so for several years.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have spread festive cheer with their new 2024 Christmas card, revealing beaming smiles alongside Archie, 5, and Lilibet, 3. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's card features an endearing snap of their children running towards them, a visual affirmation of Harry's recent mention of Lili's flowing red locks, matching her big brother’s.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's new Christmas card has given Royal enthusiasts a fresh glimpse of their children, Princess Lilibet and Prince Archie, and fans are gushing over how grown up the little ones look.The card features a new candid shot of Archie and Lilibet, age five and three, running into their parents' arms, both showcasing the same fiery red hair as their dad. Royal watchers were quick to point out Lilibet's long locks, which seem to confirm Harry's previous comments about her inheriting Meghan's hair length.

Among many familiar faces, from the Prince and Princess of Wales to beloved celebrities, in attendance at the 2024 Together at Christmas carol service last week, Mollie King looked resplendent in a 'winter white' maternity gown.The Saturdays singer posed with husband Stuart Broad as they shared their evening looks via social media - and we're obsessed with Mollie's elegant and flattering maternity maxi dress. Fans took to the comments to share their thoughts on Mollie's ensemble, hailing her as "beautiful" and "absolutely stunning." The good news is we know exactly where you can get your hands on the same gown this winter.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have shared their 2024 Christmas card, featuring a joyful family photo with their children.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's card showcases a new picture of their kids, Prince Archie, 5, and Princess Lilibet, 3. One of the six photos in the greeting captures the children from behind as they excitedly run towards their parents.

trips to Nigeria and Colombia earlier this year.“On behalf of the office of Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Archewell Productions and Archewell Foundation,” the Christmas card’s message read. “We wish you a very happy holiday season and a joyful new year,” it added.The Sussexes were once again snubbed from the guest list for the royal family’s annual get-together at Sandringham House.Instead, the duo invited Markle’s mom, Doria Ragland, over to their plush pad to mark the holiday with an intimate celebration.Harry and the “Suits” alum have repeatedly skipped out on various year-round royal activities since quitting the Firm and moving to the US in 2020.They have not been back on Harry’s home turf for the festive season since the royal family’s 2018 gathering at Sandringham, the late queen’s country estate in Norfolk, England.But while the duo didn’t receive an invitation from the royals for their annual festive get-together, the Sussexes did get invited to spend Christmas at Althorp House — the childhood home of his late mother, Princess Diana.Since quitting royal life, Harry has stayed in close contact with his late mother’s side of the family, specifically his uncle Charles Spencer.However, given the ongoing security woes the couple had been dealing with after being stripped of tax-funded protection earlier this year, the duo politely declined the invitation.Meanwhile, the rest of the royals are gathering at King Charles and Queen Camilla’s Norfolk estate to indulge in several Christmas meals, exchange gifts and attend the annual church service at St.

the disgraced royal, 64, in an interview with The Sunday Times published over the weekend, and explained why she still supports her ex-husband despite his many scandals.“I was totally and utterly in love with Andrew,” Ferguson said while reflecting on the former couple’s romance. “I would do it all over again, 100 percent. He’s the best, a great man with a great heart, and kind.”“Our wedding was the best day of my life,” Ferguson added, referring to the pair’s 1986 nuptials at Westminster Abbey.

Prince Harry's memoir Spare has suffered another setback ahead of the festive season, as it's been revealed to be the most-traded in autobiography for the second year running.

Viewers were quick to express their disappointment with this year's Royal Variety Performance, making a significant request. As Alan Carr and Amanda Holden made their hosting debut together - following Alan's solo stint in 2021 - fans were not impressed with their opening sketch. The event, which was pre-recorded last month and aired on Sunday, received criticism from viewers who took to X to voice their opinions.

Prince Andrew has been encouraged to “uninvite himself” from the royals’ pre-Christmas celebration, according to reports.The Duke of York, 64, is among more than 50 members of the Royal Family expected to attend a festive meal at Buckingham Palace on Thursday, 19 December. However, sources have claimed that Prince Andrew is “under pressure to step away” from the event and that he should do “the gentlemanly thing” and skip the family lunch.