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King Charles III leads a united royal family at Christmas service

A festive yet telling moment for the monarchy. King Charles III’s Christmas gathering revealed both warmth and lingering tensions within the royal family.

This is an inner view of the church where we can see there is a cross with Jesus sculpture on it,...
This is an inner view of the church where we can see there is a cross with Jesus sculpture on it, in front of that there are so many people sitting on the chairs.

He attends Sunday service in Sandringham - King Charles III leads a united royal family at Christmas service

King Charles III attended the traditional Christmas Day service at St. Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham on Sunday. The 77-year-old monarch appeared relaxed and cheerful as he arrived dressed in brown, greeting well-wishers before entering the church.

Before the service, the King warmly shook hands with the chaplain, Rev. Paul Williams. Inside the church, he was joined by senior royals, including Prince Edward, Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, Princess Anne, and Sir Tim Laurence. All appeared in good spirits during the gathering.

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie also attended, spending the evening celebrating with the family. Their presence signalled continued support for the monarchy, despite past controversies. Meanwhile, Prince Andrew was notably absent, excluded due to his connections with Jeffrey Epstein. Princess Anne’s son, Peter Phillips, and his fiancée, Harriet Sperling, were also present at the service. The family’s united appearance reinforced a sense of solidarity during the festive occasion.

The service marked a public display of royal unity, with King Charles III surrounded by loyal family members. The inclusion of Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie highlighted their ongoing role within the monarchy. The event concluded with the royals celebrating together after the traditional Christmas gathering.

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