The Duke of York’s absence from Sandringham highlights family tensions as Fergie shows quiet support.
Prince Andrew’s absence from the Royal Family’s traditional Christmas Day walk at Sandringham has raised questions about his status within the monarchy. King Charles and Queen Camilla led senior royals in the festive celebration, which saw Prince William, Catherine, and their children among the attendees.
Notably missing were Princess Beatrice’s parents, Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson. The Duke of York stayed in Windsor, reportedly due to ongoing scandals, marking a significant break from his usual Christmas service attendance.
Andrew’s ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, affectionately known as Fergie, also skipped the family gathering, seemingly to show solidarity with her former husband. On Christmas Eve, Fergie shared an Instagram video alongside the late Queen’s corgis, Muick and Sandy, which she adopted after Queen Elizabeth’s passing.
In her message, Fergie extended words of encouragement to those struggling during the holiday season, saying, “People all over the world that are feeling a little bit low or sad, just take some joy and bubbles from us, here.”
The absence of Andrew and Fergie from Sandringham comes at a time of noticeable tensions within the royal family, while senior royals, including Princess Anne and the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, continue to uphold the family’s cherished Christmas traditions.
