King Charles is about to celebrate his royal birthday, and two non-working royals might be joining him on the balcony for the Trooping the Colour. Princess Eugenie and Beatrice have been in the newscycle lately due to the proximity between their cousin Prince William and uncle, but what exactly does it mean for the future of the Royal family.
Though presenting the sisters on the balcony can be seen as an “olive branch” moment, some royal experts think that it would be a “huge problem” for King Charles.
Richard Fitzwilliams spoke to GB News about the potential decision. “It would bring into focus the fact that [Prince] Andrew does not appear, and anything to do with him is still too toxic,” he told the outlet. “Unfortunately for the Yorks, there is a problem, a huge problem, and it would send a message that would not be appropriate at the moment.”
The commentary comes right after it was reported that Prince William plans to use Princess Eugenie and Beatrice for bigger roles within the family. “When William ascends the throne, Beatrice and Eugenie will be valuable assets, and I’m certain they will get involved with royal duties. It makes perfect sense, because he will need them,” Ingrid Seward, royal author and editor-in-chief of Majesty Magazine, told Hello!.
“I see them as a sort of double act, working together in the same way as married couples do. Two gorgeous Princesses working together as sisters would be very powerful. I think it would be wonderful, and I think it will happen,” the author added.
However, things don’t look quite as smooth for their father Prince Andrew after William wants to excommunicate him from the family once and for all once he’s king. “William’s strong stance on ‘the Andrew problem’ is consistent, unwavering and his influence has been decisive in ensuring Andrew remains sidelined,” Hillary Fordwich told Fox News Digital. “He is driven by his desire… to protect the monarchy’s reputation, doing all he can to safeguard its future.”
“[William is] very in touch with the public,” Fordwich added. “Every public opinion poll has Andrew at the bottom, reinforcing Prince William’s stance. Once king, no doubt, Prince William will ensure Andrew is completely excluded from royal life, as well as all public appearances.”
For those confirmed to stand on the balcony, the Express, reported that it’s believed that Prince William, Princess Kate, and their three children will join Charles and Camilla on the Buckingham Palace balcony for the tradition. Charles will reportedly break Royal tradition by riding in a carriage rather than horseback.