Camilla hopes to be able to attend all elements of Donald Trump’s state visit this week 

Prince Andrew joined the royal family at the Duchess of Kent’s funeral – except for the Queen, who pulled out of attending due to illness.

Camilla, 78, is recovering from acute sinusitis, a swelling of the sinuses usually caused by an infection.

The Queen is said to hope to have recovered sufficiently to be able to attend all elements of Donald Trump’s state visit on Wednesday and Thursday.

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A Buckingham Palace spokesperson said: “With great regret, Her Majesty The Queen has withdrawn from attendance at this afternoon’s Requiem Mass for The Duchess of Kent as she is recovering from acute sinusitis.

“Her thoughts and prayers will be with The Duke of Kent and all the family.”

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Prince Edward Duke of Kent and his daughter Lady Helen Taylor look on the as the bearer party carry the coffin in to Westminster Cathedral ahead of the funeral of Katharine, Duchess of Kent on September 15, 2025 in London, England. The coffin will rest overnight in the Chapel of the Blessed Virgin. Mary Katharine, Duchess of Kent was married Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, the first cousin of Queen Elizabeth II. She died on September 4 at the age of 92 at Kensington Palace surrounded by her family. Having converted to Catholicism in 1994, her funeral will take place at Westminster Cathedral and will be the first Catholic funeral to be held for a member of the royal family in modern British history. (Photo by Paul Grover - WPA Pool/Getty Images)The coffin carried into Westminster Cathedral ahead of the Duchess of Kent’s funeral (Photo: Paul Grover/WPA Pool/Getty)

The Duke of Kent has been informed and is said to fully understand Camilla’s decision, having sent his best wishes for a quick recovery.

The Queen travelled down from Scotland this morning and travelled to Windsor to rest.

She had been expected to join the King and other members of the royal family at the farewell to the duchess at Westminster Cathedral in London on Tuesday afternoon.

The Duke of York, who no longer carries out official duties for the monarchy after stepping down six years ago amid controversy over his friendship with paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein, joined his ex-wife Sarah, Duchess of York at the service.

Andrew shook hands with the four members of the clergy waiting outside who smiled broadly at him.

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - SEPTEMBER 16, 2025: Prince Andrew, Duke of York, arrives at Westminster Cathedral to attend a funeral service for the Duchess of Kent who died aged 92 earlier this month in London, United Kingdom on September 16, 2025. The service will be the first Catholic funeral held for a member of the Royal Family in modern British history. (Photo credit should read Wiktor Szymanowicz/Future Publishing via Getty Images)Andrew arriving at the funeral (Photo: Wiktor Szymanowicz/Future Publishing via Getty Images)

Shortly beforehand, the Duke of Kent’s brother, Prince Michael of Kent, arrived, appearing frail and walking slowly using a stick as he made his way into the church for her funeral mass.

He was accompanied by his wife Princess Michael of Kent, who was also using a stick.

With them was their daughter Lady Gabriella Windsor, and they led a large contingent of the royal family all dressed in black in mourning, including Lord Frederick Windsor and Lady Sophie Windsor, with some of the party arriving together by minibus.

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