Princess Anne appeared to send a strong but subtle message to her brother, Prince Andrew, following his loss of princely status. On Friday, October 31, the Princess Royal showcased her unwavering commitment to royal duty as she carried out her first public engagement after the announcement.
The 75-year-old royal visited the Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh as part of a scheduled engagement. During the Captain’s Team Run event, Princess Anne met rugby players with a bright smile, displaying calm and composure despite the ongoing family controversy. Her public appearance was widely seen as a symbolic gesture — a reminder that for her, duty to the crown always comes first.
Her visit came just a day after Buckingham Palace confirmed that Prince Andrew would no longer be known as a prince. The statement said he would now be referred to simply as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. The decision followed renewed scrutiny of his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, which has severely damaged his public image.
Royal experts believe the Princess Royal and Prince Edward have been worried about their brother’s wellbeing. Commenting to the Daily Mail, royal commentator Richard Kay said, “I think they’ve been concerned about their brother’s wellbeing and how he’s handling this intense pressure.”
He added that both Anne and Edward felt a sense of responsibility toward Andrew despite his controversies. “His reputation is in the gutter, but they believe there’s still a duty of care towards him,” Kay explained.
Princess Anne was last seen speaking to her brother at the Duchess of Kent’s funeral last month. Her recent public appearance, marked by professionalism and grace, highlights her steady role within the royal family amid turbulent times.
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