Each year, the Princess of Wales hosts her traditional Christmas carol service, which has become a beloved royal event and is typically broadcast on Christmas Eve.

Last year’s gathering saw Kate joined by her husband, Prince William, and their three children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.

Although King Charles III and Queen Camilla stayed home as they continued to recover from health issues, many other royals attended the festive occasion. However, one familiar face was notably absent, drawing attention from royal watchers.

Prince Andrew Left Off the Guest List

Reports suggest that the Princess of Wales made the deliberate decision not to invite a former senior royal family member who was once a regular attendee.

Observers quickly noted that Prince Andrew was missing from the event. According to royal columnist Ephraim Hardcastle, Kate chose not to extend an invitation to her uncle-in-law.

Hardcastle wrote that while the King may have welcomed Andrew to spend Christmas at Sandringham last year, the Prince and Princess of Wales opted to maintain a careful distance.

“William and Kate aren’t sharing the love,” Hardcastle commented. “A mole whispers that for the second year running, suggestions that Andrew be invited to Kate’s annual carol service, possibly seated behind a pillar, were rejected.”

The columnist concluded, “Although very much a family affair… there was no space for Uncle Andy.”

Kensington Palace has not issued any official comment on the matter.