Duchess of Edinburgh Guides Daughter Toward Independence Amid Royal Family Changes
Prince Edward and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, have made the significant decision to ensure their daughter, Lady Louise Windsor, focuses on building a career rather than relying on a full-time royal role. As Lady Louise, now 20, continues her studies at the University of St Andrews, her parents are steering her away from the traditional path of becoming a working member of the Royal Family.
PR expert Lynn Carratt shared exclusive insights with GB News, highlighting that Sophie is poised to guide Lady Louise on this new path, emphasizing the importance of earning her own living. "Maintaining a private life can be challenging, especially when you're related to royalty like Lady Louise," Carratt explained. "She has always strived to avoid the royal spotlight and has witnessed her family's experiences, including her mother's transition from a public relations career to a working royal."
Sophie herself had a successful career in public relations before marrying Prince Edward and eventually becoming a full-time royal. She worked for various firms, including Capital Radio and public relations agencies, and even launched her own PR company, RJH Public Relations, before stepping back to focus on royal duties.
Now, as Lady Louise navigates her education and future career, her parents are emphasizing the importance of independence. According to Carratt, Lady Louise is likely to follow a path similar to that of her cousin, Prince William, who also valued privacy while studying at St Andrews. "Her parents have stressed the need to work for a living," Carratt noted, suggesting that Lady Louise is unlikely to take on a full-time royal role, especially as the monarchy faces calls to slim down.
This decision reflects a broader shift within the Royal Family, focusing on the value of personal achievement and financial independence over traditional royal roles.
