Why Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie Missed King Constantine’s Memorial: An Inside Look

Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie of Edinburgh's absence from the memorial service for the late King Constantine of Grecii has sparked curiosity among royal fans.

The explanation for their non-attendance was revealed by Express.co.uk.

Today, on February 27, several members of the royal family gathered at St. George's Chapel in Windsor to pay tribute to the late Greek King Constantine.

However, the absence of Prince Edward and his wife, the Duchess Sophie of Edinburgh, did not go unnoticed, raising questions among supporters.

On social media, fans expressed disappointment over the couple's absence, with one user pointing out that the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh's missing presence had not been widely discussed.

Many others were left wondering about the reasons behind their decision to skip the event.

It turns out that the royal couple is currently enjoying a skiing vacation in St. Moritz, which explains their absence from the memorial service.

Apart from Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie, King Charles and Princess Kate have also opted to refrain from attending public royal events until their personal health concerns are resolved.

Kensington Palace confirmed that Kate is doing well, while Prince William had to withdraw suddenly for personal reasons.

Despite Prince Andrew leading the group of royals to the chapel, it was surprising for many royal observers to see Queen Camilla, the current head of the firm, taking the lead.

Reports suggest that Prince Andrew, who is no longer a working royal, was privately invited to the service as a family member.

However, Prince William is reportedly adamant about not allowing his uncle Andrew to return to official royal duties.

Omid Scobie, in his book Endgame, describes William's astonishment at Andrew's belief that he could still make a comeback to the public eye, referring to him as a “time bomb.”

Although Prince Andrew is currently permitted to stay at Royal Lodge, there is no indication from King Charles that Andrew will resume his royal responsibilities anytime soon.

Nevertheless, the sight of Andrew at the center of attention during the recent event stirred strong reactions among royal enthusiasts.

Some expressed their disapproval, stating that Prince Andrew should not be associated with the royal family in any capacity.

Amidst the ongoing discussions surrounding Prince Andrew, some royal followers criticized the royal family's handling of the situation, with one individual highlighting the potential negative impact on Prince William and his son, George.

The sentiment was echoed by others who felt that the royal family's decisions were poorly judged.

Despite the internal dynamics within the royal family, external observers noted the challenges faced by the Wales family during this period of scrutiny and speculation.