Princess Eugenie took to social media to share a heartfelt post celebrating her son Ernest’s third birthday. In the post, Eugenie, 36, shared photos of her affectionately kissing Ernest, also known as ‘Ernie’, engaging in playful activities like football and holding hands with his older brother August, aged five. The post was accompanied by a moving caption where Eugenie described Ernest as her “fearless golden boy” who lights up every room with his infectious smile and deep voice.
The post garnered hundreds of well-wishes from followers, congratulating the young royal on his special day. Ernest, who was born in 2023 and is now 14th in line to the throne, is set to welcome a new sibling this summer. Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank joyfully announced the upcoming arrival, with August and Ernest expressing excitement about the new addition to the family.
The baby, due in 2026, will be the fifth grandchild of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, and will be born 15th in line to the throne. Despite recent controversies surrounding Prince Andrew, the announcement from Buckingham Palace signals support for Eugenie. The palace confirmed that the new baby, a non-HRH, will be the 15th great-grandchild of the late Queen Elizabeth II and the third born since her passing in 2022.
Eugenie and Beatrice, the late Queen’s granddaughters, have been under scrutiny due to their association with the Epstein files. The sisters recently opted out of a traditional royal event amidst ongoing controversies. Despite the challenges, Eugenie and her family continue to celebrate milestones, including her husband’s recent 40th birthday. The couple, married in 2018, shared the special occasion with fans through Instagram posts, showcasing moments of joy and togetherness.