When Buckingham Palace disclosed the joyous news that Princess Eugenie is set to welcome her third child, many were taken aback by a notable absence in the official statement. This omission has sparked intrigue among royal observers, given the context of recent events.
The palace shared that Eugenie, aged 36, and her husband, Jack Brooksbank, are anticipating a new addition to their family this summer. Their two sons, August, 5, and Ernest, 2, are said to be ‘excited’ about the forthcoming arrival. Additionally, the announcement confirmed that the King has been informed and is happy with the news.
However, the announcement notably left out the customary phrase that other family members are “delighted.” This wording has been traditionally included in previous pregnancy announcements for Eugenie and her sister, drawing attention to the change in tone.