Princess Kate has reached out to Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie amidst the ongoing scandal involving Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. Ahead of a significant event in the royal calendar, reports suggest that Princess Kate has personally invited her cousins-in-law to the annual Together At Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey. This move aims to foster unity within the royal family during the festive season, with this year marking Kate’s fifth time hosting the Christmas concert, which celebrates different forms of love.
According to a royal source, the future queen has deliberately included Beatrice and Eugenie in the invitation list this year, particularly in light of the recent controversies surrounding their father. Despite the turmoil surrounding Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, who has faced repercussions and been evicted from the Royal Lodge due to his association with Jeffrey Epstein, senior working royals reportedly hold a positive regard for Beatrice and Eugenie, absolving them of any responsibility for their parents’ actions.
Royal expert Neil Sean confirmed that Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie have been personally invited to attend this year’s ‘Together at Christmas’ event by Princess Catherine’s office. The gesture underscores the royal family’s aspiration to present a united front amidst the challenges of the past year. However, Sean also highlighted the dilemma facing the royal sisters, as their attendance may attract unwanted media attention and scrutiny.
Beatrice was in attendance at Kate’s Christmas concert last year, and both sisters have participated in the event since its inception in 2020. The festive service at Westminster Abbey will feature performances by the renowned choir, musical acts, and readings by notable guests like Hannah Waddingham, Dan Smith, Kate Winslet, and Chiwetel Ejiofor. Additionally, the event will spotlight inspirational stories of guests promoting social connectivity, with pre-service entertainment by talented young performers affiliated with Future Talent, a charity supporting musically gifted children from underprivileged backgrounds.