Prince Andrew's 64th birthday today went unnoticed by the Royal Family, reflecting the continued distance maintained between him and the monarchy.
Photographs captured the Duke of York horse riding in Windsor, clad in a maroon jumper, and driving his green Range Rover around the estate. However, despite these glimpses, public acknowledgment from the Royal Family was notably absent.
Since his association with individuals linked to Jeffrey Epstein surfaced in court documents, Prince Andrew has largely withdrawn from public view at his Royal Lodge residence. Discussions about reintegrating him into royal activities were promptly dismissed following the release of these documents, with King Charles steadfast in his decision to keep his brother at arm's length.
Speaking on GB News, Charlotte Griffiths suggested that Charles has come to terms with the reality that Prince Andrew will remain distanced from royal affairs. She emphasized that Charles recognized the need to be firm regarding his brother's role.
This lack of royal acknowledgment isn't unprecedented. In 2022, Westminster Abbey ceased ringing its bells in commemoration of Prince Andrew's birthday. Buckingham Palace also announced his removal from military titles and the reversion of his royal patronages to the late Queen.
The last instance of the Royal Family's social media accounts celebrating Prince Andrew's birthday dates back to 2020. However, now, he faces the impending release of three new films and series focused on his life story and the controversial Newsnight interview, further complicating his public image.
