LONDON — In a touching public display of unity, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie were spotted together in London’s Mayfair district on November 6 — their first joint appearance since their father, Prince Andrew (now Andrew Mountbatten Windsor), was officially stripped of his royal titles.
The sisters, known for their lifelong closeness, were seen walking side by side through the quiet West London streets. At one point, they paused for what observers described as “a heartfelt embrace,” a moment of comfort and solidarity captured by onlookers and cameras alike.
Their outing came just days after King Charles III issued a formal letters patent removing Andrew’s style, titles, and honours — a decision widely viewed as an attempt to safeguard the integrity of the monarchy amid continuing public scrutiny.
Beatrice, 37, and Eugenie, 35, have both retained their “Princess” and “Her Royal Highness” designations, palace officials confirmed. A royal insider told HELLO! magazine that both the King and the Prince of Wales wanted to ensure the sisters were not held accountable for their father’s actions, describing them as “blameless and dignified.”
Witnesses reported that the sisters’ conversation during the walk appeared “intense and emotional.” Their embrace, lasting noticeably longer than a casual greeting, reflected both their shared grief over recent events and the deep protective bond that has long united them.
After spending several moments together, the two women were seen parting ways — a poignant reminder of the balance they continue to maintain between private loyalty and their public royal roles.