King Charles and Prince William could be set for ‘awkward reunion' with Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
A ceremony is reportedly taking place on FridayPrince William and King Charles could face an awkward reunion with Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in the coming days, for a very special occasion.
It’s been a very turbulent few months for the royal family as Andrew officially lost his prince title and other royal honours. The decision came amid sexual assault allegations against him and his association with late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein hitting headlines. Andrew has always vehemently denied all allegations against him.
But amid the allegations and scandal, Prince William reportedly grew distant from Andrew. Things seemingly got very tense between the pair, and now they could face an awkward reunion.
‘Awkward’ encounter could happen soon
Members of the royal family are reportedly set to gather for a family event on Friday (December 12), and everyone is expected to attend.
The christening of Princess Beatrice’s daughter, Athena, will reportedly take place tomorrow.
As Athena’s grandparents, it’s expected that both Andrew and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson will attend.
It’ll mark the first royal event that Andrew will be at since he was stripped of his royal titles.
The event will reportedly take place at the Chapel Royal at St James’s Palace. But the whole thing is said to be a “tricky” situation.
According to Express, the king’s former butler Grant Harrold suggested Prince William and Charles may “keep their distance” from Andrew.
He told the outlet: “As the new arrival’s grandfather, Andrew will likely have a key role – even if there are reports that his relationship with Beatrice isn’t strong at the moment.
“It will be very awkward for certain members of the family, especially the king and Prince William. They made the decision to strip Andrew of his title, so the reunion will be very awkward. It’s a tricky situation.”
Grant added that conversations on how to act will likely happen “in advance” so that nothing ruins the day.
However, he noted that, as Kate and William are “extremely close” to Beatrice, it’s inevitable that they will be “part” of the event.
Royal Insider has contacted reps for Andrew and Kensington Palace for comment.
What happened between William and Andrew?
Prince William and Andrew’s relationship has reportedly been frayed for quite some time. It began being suggested that when the allegations and scandal surrounding Andrew continued to grow, William took a step back from him.
Things got worse, when reports suggested Andrew should even “fear the day Prince William becomes king”. And there was that “frosty” reception between them at the Duchess of Kent’s funeral in September.
Weeks later, Andrew was stripped of his titles and honours and told to leave Royal Lodge. But, Prince William and Princess Kate were reportedly already wanting that to happen.
They were getting ready to move into their “forever home” at Forest Lodge in Windsor. But that is located quite close to where Andrew lives for over 20 years.
While Friday’s event is all for little Athena, there is sure going to be eyes on the other royals…
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