Prince Andrew was spotted at Westminster Cathedral for the Catholic funeral of the late Duchess of Kent on September 16. The royal’s appearance came as a a surprise as the 65-year-old now keeps a low profile after a host of scandals in the past few years.
The royal, who had a past association with the late convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, was spotted engaging in conversation with various royals, including Prince William. Although the event was a private family event, it was still held somewhat in the public eye, leading fans to question Andrew’s appearance.
He is allowed to attend private events, such as Christmas and Easter church services, Andrew no longer attends any public events or engagements such as Trooping the Colour.
In a poll conducted by the Express, which ran between 10am on September 19 and 8.15am on September 24, 6,132 casted a vote on whether they think Andrew should be invited to any royal events.
A staggering 5,026 shared that they don’t think he should be invited to any – including private events.
729 people voted that he should be invited to some, 322 people voted that he should be invited to all events, and an additional 55 people voted that they weren’t sure.
Taking to the comment section, one fan commented: “He can’t not attend family events such as funerals but he needs to keep a low profile. He’s an embarrassment to the Royal Family, the crown and the whole of the UK and he should remember that and act accordingly.”
Another said: “Private funeral, a family affair therefore the Royal family are free to invite their family members.”
Clearly sharing their vote, another added: “Why would the family want him at a private event even? His behaviour has been appalling in the least and more likely, criminal.”
A fourth shared: “Family events such as weddings and funerals, yes, of course. Any state event, absolutely not.”