Princess Eugenie's Pregnancy Announcement Raises Questions — What Was Omitted

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Princess Eugenie's Pregnancy Announcement Raises Questions — What Was Omitted

Royals (2 / 1) 24.05.2026 13:37 / Simo


Why the Omitted Phrase Matters

This shift in wording seems to coincide with ongoing scrutiny of Eugenie’s father, Prince Andrew. The former duke was arrested earlier this year amid allegations regarding misconduct linked to his connections with Jeffrey Epstein. While he has consistently denied any wrongdoing, his situation has led to a loss of military titles and royal patronages in the past couple of years, and he has faced intensified public scrutiny.

The Royal Line of Succession

Despite the controversies, the palace maintains that Eugenie’s position within the royal family remains intact. Once the baby arrives, they are expected to be placed around 15th in line for the throne, following Eugenie and her two sons.