Prince Andrew may be slowly re-entering public royal life, according to a royal expert who pointed to his appearance at the Easter Sunday service as a potential sign of support from within the family. The Duke of York was seen attending the Easter service at St George’s Chapel in Windsor alongside King Charles, sparking speculation over whether he’s being quietly welcomed back into the royal fold.
Royal commentator Phil Dampier told The Sun, “Charles still loves his brother and he doesn’t want him to be completely outcast.” He added that the public appearance was “very much a show of family unity.”
Although Prince Andrew stepped back from public duties in the wake of his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and the resulting legal battles, Dampier suggested that he isn’t entirely shut out from the family’s inner circle.
“He’s not totally out in the cold, but I think it’s too early to say it’s any kind of comeback for him,” Dampier explained, cautioning against assuming the Easter appearance means a full return to public royal life is imminent.
However, the expert also highlighted a growing rift behind the scenes, particularly between Prince Andrew and Prince William. “It is absolutely true to say that William is one of the driving forces behind making sure that there is no future for the Duke of York,” Dampier claimed.
According to the source, William is strongly opposed to the idea of Andrew resuming any formal royal role and has made his position clear within the family. Dampier noted that tensions between the brothers are high. “He doesn’t believe he can make a comeback, and there is, I’m told, quite a lot of friction between them,” he said.
Dampier also suggested that Prince William’s absence from the Easter service may have made the occasion easier for Andrew. “It made it a lot easier, I think, for Andrew today that William wasn’t there,” he said.
While Prince Andrew’s appearance has reignited debate about his future role in the monarchy, royal insiders continue to emphasize that any changes will be subtle and slow-moving. The service was less about a dramatic return and more about maintaining a sense of unity, at least on the surface.
Still, the visible divisions within the family hint at unresolved tensions as the monarchy tries to manage its image in the wake of ongoing public scrutiny.
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