Rod Stewart Expresses Disappointment Over Harry and Meghan’s Christmas Plans with Queen

Legendary musician Rod Stewart has voiced his disappointment over Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision not to spend Christmas with Queen Elizabeth II.

The Royal Variety Performance, the world's longest-running entertainment show, is set to celebrate its 109th anniversary this year.

The event will be graced by the presence of their Royal Highnesses, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

Funds raised from the show will benefit the Royal Variety Charity, which provides assistance and support to individuals in the entertainment industry.

Viewers can catch the performance on ITV1 on Sunday, December 19, 2021, at 7.20pm.

Sir Rod Stewart, an iconic figure in British music and one of the best-selling artists of all time, will take the stage alongside other renowned stars such as Ed Sheeran, James Blunt, Gregory Porter, and Elvis Costello.

However, Sir Rod's disappointment with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's previous Christmas plans resurfaced during an interview in 2019.

He expressed his disappointment, stating that he had flown across the globe to be with his aging parents during the holiday season, emphasizing the importance of spending time with loved ones.

Sir Rod believed that Harry and Meghan could have chosen to spend future Christmases with the Queen and prioritize spending time with Meghan's mother instead.

In 2020, the Christmas situation became even more complex due to the Sussexes' decision to step back from their royal duties and the ongoing pandemic.

This year, concerns surrounding the Omicron variant have cast doubt on the possibility of a royal family reunion, as the Queen has canceled her pre-Christmas dinner.

Plans were already in place for the traditional Christmas lunch at Windsor Castle, an event hosted annually by the 95-year-old monarch for her extended family.

However, given the uncertainties surrounding the new variant, the royals have opted for caution.

Last year's gathering was also canceled due to the Covid-19 crisis.

While the Queen's Christmas Day walkabout, where she greets well-wishers, is a beloved tradition, it is likely to be canceled this year to prevent any potential super-spreader events.

With the Omicron variant spreading rapidly across the country, it is expected that access to the royal grounds will be restricted to protect both the royals and the public.

Visitors may still be allowed on the Sandringham Estate, but the famous footpath will likely be locked down.

Buckingham Palace has stated that all plans for the Queen's Christmas celebrations are still under discussion.

Amidst these uncertainties, Sir Rod Stewart continues to embrace the festive spirit.

Recently, he delivered an energetic performance at the Nordoff Robins Christmas Carol service in London.

In a previous interview, he shared a humorous anecdote about a Christmas gift he once gave to Elton John.

Living just 20 minutes apart in Berkshire, Sir Rod gifted Elton a pop-up fridge from Harrods, which became one of their private jokes.

As the holiday season approaches, the world eagerly awaits news of the royal family's Christmas plans.

However, with the ongoing pandemic and the emergence of new variants, it remains to be seen how these plans will unfold.

The safety and well-being of the royals and the public will undoubtedly take precedence.

While the situation may not be ideal, everyone hopes for a return to normalcy in the near future.