It has already been confirmed that the King’s youngest son, Prince Harry — who stepped back from royal duties and left the UK in 2020 — will remain in the United States with his wife, Meghan Markle. The couple will celebrate the holiday with their two children, Prince Archie, six, and Princess Lilibet, four.
Prince Andrew Kept Away From Sandringham
Royal insiders have also indicated that the man formerly known as Prince Andrew will not be welcomed to Sandringham this festive season. His absence follows the recent removal of his military titles, royal status, and his residence at Royal Lodge.
The decision was reportedly taken by his brother, King Charles III, amid renewed scrutiny over Andrew’s past association with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. These allegations were again referenced in a posthumously released memoir by Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre.
Andrew’s ex-wife, with whom he has lived at Royal Lodge since 2004, is also believed to be excluded from the Christmas gathering. This follows revelations that she sent emails to Epstein in 2011 describing him as a “supreme friend” and “dear friend”.
