Disgraced Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and his former wife Sarah Ferguson made an appearance at a significant Royal Family gathering today, marking their first public event since recent controversies emerged. The occasion was the christening of Princess Beatrice’s youngest child, Athena, who was born prematurely in January. The family ceremony was held at the Chapel Royal in St James’ Palace in Central London, with attendees including Princess Eugenie, James Blunt, and other close relatives.
Both Andrew and Fergie have recently been stripped of their titles due to their connections with Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. Despite the attention, they discreetly entered and exited the palace without drawing much notice.
Meanwhile, Princess Beatrice and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi celebrated Athena’s christening with close family and friends, including a visit to a local pub afterward. Notably, Andrew and Fergie chose not to join the post-ceremony gathering.
One notable absence from the christening was Princess Anne, who was attending an event at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. As Andrew and Ferguson departed after the ceremony, it was observed that only immediate family members were present, with no senior Royals in attendance.
The King officially revoked Andrew’s royal titles in response to his controversial association with Epstein, aiming to distance the monarchy from the scandal. The decision was formalized through a Letters Patent issued by Charles, published in The Gazette. Andrew has faced longstanding allegations of sexual misconduct, vehemently denying the accusations.
In a separate development, the Duchess of Sussex announced a new project with Prince Harry, following a period of personal challenges. Meghan revealed plans for a documentary production involving Girl Scouts selling cookies, set to premiere at the Sundance Film Festival.
The christening of Princess Beatrice’s daughter, Athena, marked a private and significant family event, symbolizing the first public appearance of Andrew and Fergie since their title removal. Despite the palace setting, the ceremony maintained a strict privacy protocol, emphasizing the focus on the newborn and the family.
Princess Eugenie was also seen arriving at St James Palace ahead of the christening, accompanied by her husband and children. The event underscored the family’s unity and support for Beatrice and her growing family.