Prince Andrew Makes Rare Appearance With Ex Sarah Ferguson

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Royal watchers may have done a double take at the funeral of Katharine, Duchess of Kent.

Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and his former wife, Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, attended an event together on September 16th. It was their first public appearance as a couple in over a month, and the duke’s first official outing this year since he stepped down from royal responsibilities in 2019.

Prince Andrew, brother of King Charles III, and his ex-wife Sarah, the Duchess of York, have stayed friends since their divorce in 1996. They even continue to live on the same property, the Royal Lodge estate in Windsor, and share two daughters: Princess Beatrice, 37, and Princess Eugenie, 35.

Andrew and Sarah, both 65, were seen arriving together at Westminster Cathedral in London for the funeral of the Duchess of Kent, who was married to Prince Edward, a cousin of Queen Elizabeth II. Interestingly, despite attending, the Duke of Kent wasn’t featured in any photos of the event that the Royal Family posted online.

Royal watchers may have done a double take at the funeral of Katharine, Duchess of Kent.

Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and his former wife, Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, attended an event together on September 16th. It was their first public appearance as a couple in over a month, and the first official event for the Duke all year. He had previously stepped down from his royal responsibilities in 2019 following controversy related to his association with Jeffrey Epstein. (The Duke has denied any wrongdoing.)

As a lifestyle expert, I’ve always been fascinated by how families navigate change, and Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson are a perfect example. Even after their divorce back in 1996, they’ve managed to maintain a really admirable friendship. What’s even more remarkable is that they’ve chosen to continue living on the same estate, the Royal Lodge in Windsor, and are raising their daughters, Beatrice and Eugenie, nearby. It just goes to show that you can redefine family dynamics and still create a supportive environment, which is something I always encourage my clients to strive for.

Andrew and Sarah, both 65 years old, were photographed arriving together at Westminster Cathedral in London for the funeral of the Duchess of Kent, who was married to Prince Edward, a cousin of Queen Elizabeth II.

Last year, Sarah talked about her relationship with Andrew, someone she’s known since childhood.

In an interview with *The Sunday Times* in December 2024, the duchess recalled meeting Andrew when she was twelve years old. She said she immediately knew she would marry him. They reconnected in 1985 when Princess Diana invited her to Ascot, and just six months later, they were engaged.

She continued, saying she was deeply in love with Andrew. She’d make the same choices again without hesitation. She described him as a wonderful and kind person, and said their wedding day was the happiest of her life.

Marrying into the Royal family, however, comes at a price.

Sarah explained that she revealed her true identity that day, driven by the belief that love overcomes everything. She believes that power of love continues to exist now.

Sarah also relayed a promise to her ex.

She vowed she wouldn’t disappoint him, explaining that they support each other equally. He’s been there for her through all of life’s ups and downs, far beyond just their relationship status. Their strong connection is built on open communication, a willingness to compromise, and genuine compassion.

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After a nearly two-year gap, Prince Harry was spotted arriving at Clarence House-the King’s home in London-likely for a meeting with his father before attending another event in the city.

Harry arrived at the house around 5:20 p.m. on September 10th, but Charles had come back just a few hours earlier.

Princess Anne’s son and his girlfriend, Harriet Sperling, announced their engagement on August 1st. They had been dating for over a year. He shares a father, Mark Phillips, with her.

As a long-time admirer of this couple, I was so happy to hear their engagement announcement! I understand that both families were told together, and they were absolutely thrilled – completely delighted with the news, according to their spokesperson who shared the information with *Hello!* magazine.

Just a day before turning 78, the royal was made an honorary Vice Admiral by the United Kingdom’s Royal Navy.

Camilla is the first woman to receive this honorary title. It’s awarded only by the monarch – in this case, her husband, King Charles III – based on a recommendation from the First Sea Lord, currently Sir Gwyn Jenkins.

Just hours before she was scheduled to attend, Princess Catherine cancelled her appearance at Royal Ascot, the annual horse race. Kensington Palace confirmed the news to NBC News.

The palace said Kate was sad she couldn’t attend the event, but she’s still working out how to manage her public appearances as she recovers from cancer.

Prince Harry’s lawsuit seeking extra security ended on May 2nd when a court dismissed his case. This came more than a year after a previous request for increased protection was denied by the High Court’s Royal and VIP Executive Committee.

After Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stopped being full-time working royals in 2021 and moved to the US, their security arrangements were reduced. However, Harry continued to request security protection during his visits back to the United Kingdom in the following years.

Prince Harry told the BBC on May 2nd that he was deeply upset by the outcome of his recent legal fight. He added that, as things stand, he doesn’t foresee returning to the UK with his wife and children.

In a BBC interview on May 2nd, Prince Harry said his father, King Charles III, isn’t currently speaking to him due to disagreements about security. He expressed hope that they could repair their relationship, saying it “would be nice to reconcile.”

Prince Harry expressed a desire to rebuild his relationship with his father and the rest of his family, including his children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. However, he indicated that it’s up to his father to initiate the process.

He doesn’t foresee returning to the U.K. with his family anytime soon. He expressed sadness about not being able to share his home country with his children.

Harry explained that his father has significant influence and could potentially solve the situation. He doesn’t believe his father needs to directly get involved, but rather simply allow the professionals to handle things and continue their work.

After years of fighting, he’s now seeking peace and a chance to make amends. He explained, “Life is too short, and my father doesn’t have much time left.”

More than a year after revealing his cancer diagnosis, King Charles wrote on April 29th that going through treatment has highlighted the kindness and strength he’s seen in people.

In a booklet offering support to cancer patients and their families, Charles wrote that receiving a diagnosis is understandably scary. However, drawing from his own experience, he also believes it can reveal the incredible kindness and strength people are capable of.

He expressed gratitude to the healthcare workers who cared for him, and shared that the experience deepened his respect for the incredible work done by the organizations and people present, many of whom he’d known and supported for a long time.

Prince William, Kate Middleton, and their three children – Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis – were absent from the royal family’s traditional Easter service at St George’s Chapel in Windsor on April 20th.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla joined the rest of the royal family in celebrations, but Prince William and Kate chose to spend the weekend at their country home in Norfolk with their children, according to several news sources.

This was the second Easter the couple missed. It happened just a week after Princess Catherine shared news of her cancer diagnosis.

On April 15th, Jason Knauf was appointed the new CEO of Prince William’s environmental initiative, The Earthshot Prize. In a statement on the organization’s website, Knauf expressed his excitement about collaborating with the team and community to further their goal of promoting hopeful solutions for the planet.

He was promoted almost seven years after he raised concerns about Meghan Markle, claiming she bullied two personal assistants and tried to discredit another staff member. Representatives for the Sussexes denied these claims, telling *The Times* that the accusations were part of a deliberate attempt to spread false and damaging information.

Buckingham Palace looked into the claims, but the investigation concluded in 2022 with no public announcement of its results.

William and Kate’s eldest son George attended a soccer match in Paris alongside his dad April 7. 

A father and son happily watched the UEFA Champions League Quarter Final match between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa at Parc des Princes stadium.

Graham Craker, a former bodyguard to Prince Harry and Prince William, passed away in April at the age of 77.

Craker was with Princes William and Harry when they found out their mother, Princess Diana, had passed away, and he was present at her funeral.

In 2017, Craker told The New York Post that he saw Prince William during the procession. He was standing near the back of the hearse and William looked up and nodded at him. Craker said William seemed reassured that he was there with his mother on her last trip.

Hugh and Olivia Grosvenor, whose relationship with King Charles III includes him being the godfather to Hugh, shared the happy news on March 12th that they are expecting their first child.

A spokesperson announced to The Telegraph that the duchess is pregnant and expecting a baby this summer. The couple expressed their joy and excitement about starting a family.

Prince Frederik, the son of Prince Robert and Princess Julie, passed away on March 1st at the age of 22 following a struggle with a rare genetic condition called PolG mitochondrial disease.

Robert shared in a statement that Frederik is like a superhero, not just to our family and friends, but to countless people worldwide, especially now through his PolG Foundation. Robert believes Frederik’s greatest strength was his ability to motivate others and lead by being a positive role model.

 

Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, reached a legal settlement with News Group Newspapers – the company behind both *The Sun* and the now-closed *News of the World* – on January 22nd. He had sued them in 2019, claiming that journalists and investigators working for the newspapers illegally obtained information about the royal family.

According to NBC News, the settlement involved the company paying a significant amount in damages and offering a complete and sincere apology to Prince Harry. They also publicly acknowledged the widespread and harmful media coverage that invaded both his privacy and the privacy of his mother, Princess Diana.

On January 14th, The Princess of Wales shared the wonderful news that her cancer treatment has been successful and she is now in remission.

She shared on X (formerly Twitter) on January 14th that she’s grateful to be in remission and is continuing to focus on getting better. She noted that, like anyone facing a cancer diagnosis, it’s taking time to adapt to life after treatment.

She added that she was excited about the year ahead and optimistic about what it would bring.

Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, is grieving the loss of her rescue beagle, whom she adopted back in 2015, before she met Prince Harry.

On January 7th, she shared a heartfelt message on Instagram about crying so much she’d lost count. She described how she’d stand in the shower, hoping the water would wash away the pain, or at least make it seem less real. But she acknowledged that even though it hurt, it was okay to feel those emotions.

Meghan lovingly remembered her dog, Guy, saying, “Thank you for always loving me, my sweet boy. You brought so much joy to my life.”

 

I was so incredibly saddened to learn that Ed Pettifer, Tiggy Legge-Bourke’s stepson – you might remember Tiggy as Prince William and Harry’s nanny – was among those tragically killed in the New Orleans terrorist attack on New Year’s Day. It’s just awful news.

Prince William and Catherine were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Ed Pettifer. In a message shared on Kate Middleton’s Instagram on January 4th, William said their thoughts are with the Pettifer family and everyone affected by this terrible tragedy.

Meghan Markle, known for her role in the TV show *Suits*, launched a new Instagram account on January 1st. She had previously closed her personal social media accounts just before marrying Prince Harry in 2018.

The next day, she revealed a new Netflix series called *With Love, Meghan*. A press release described it as a fresh take on lifestyle shows, combining helpful tips and honest chats with both familiar and new friends.

In June 2025, Prince William and Kate Middleton made a special appearance at Wimbledon with their children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte.

The family shared on Instagram how happy they were to be back at Wimbledon for the Championships finals this weekend. They congratulated Iga Świątek and Jannik Sinner on their victories and expressed their gratitude to everyone who made the tournament such a great experience.

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