Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie facing difficult 'dilemma' after King Charles' Sandringham invite over Christmas
They're in an awkward position it seems...Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie are reportedly facing a big dilemma following an invitation from King Charles to spend Christmas at Sandringham.
While the sisters will reportedly be welcome at the big royal family get-together in Norfolk, their parents, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Sarah Ferguson, are said to have been struck off the guest list.
King Charles’ Sandringham Christmas ‘invite’
Andrew recently lost his prince title and other royal honours amid scrutiny over his association with late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Andrew has also been accused of sexual assault, allegations he has always vehemently denied.
Instead of joining the wider royal family for the festivities, he is expected to spend a final Christmas at Royal Lodge ahead of vacating the property. This no doubt puts his daughters in a difficult position.
According to the Mail on Sunday, the sisters are facing a “tug-of-love” dilemma.
“Overall it falls to the princesses to soothe family divisions. They are struggling with Christmas,” a source reportedly told the Mail.
They added that Princess Beatrice was particularly feeling the pressure, with three options for her to choose from.
Christmas at home with husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, their children and her mother is reportedly her preferred choice. However, she apparently feels a level of obligation to be seen with her other royal relatives at Sandringham. The source also claimed that Beatrice is simultaneously considering one last Christmas at Royal Lodge with her father.
“Unless she makes a decision to pick one side and one side only, she will spend a lot of time in the car,” they reflected.
Meanwhile, things could be a little easier for Princess Eugenie, who currently divides her time between the UK and Portugal with her young family.
“Eugenie was tempted to stay in Portugal with her family and husband Jack Brooksbank. She is so settled there, far from all the drama,” the source claimed.
Andrew makes family appearance
Last week, Andrew and ex-wife Sarah reportedly appeared at their first royal event since he was stripped of his royal titles by his brother, King Charles.
The couple are believed to have attended the christening of their granddaughter Athena, the second daughter of Princess Beatrice and Edoardo, on Friday (December 12).
The service took place at the Chapel Royal at St James’s Palace, according to reports. Princess Eugenie and Jack also reportedly attend the occasion. Singer James Blunt also apparently joined the congregation, as a close friend of Princess Beatrice. Princess Nina of Greece and Denmark was also present, as one of Athena’s godparents.
According to reports, Andrew and Sarah arrived at the event separately. The former Duke of York reportedly entered the ceremony discreetly.
Royal Insider has contacted reps for Buckingham Palace for comment.
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