Princess Eugenie and Prince William are reportedly forming a closer bond, united by their shared commitment to environmental causes and royal responsibilities, as her once-close relationship with Prince Harry continues to cool.
As shifting dynamics reshape the British royal family, Eugenie, the younger daughter of Prince Andrew, has increasingly appeared alongside the Prince of Wales at high-profile royal events. Recently, she joined Prince William at the Buckingham Palace Garden Party and Ascot, signaling a strengthening alliance between the two.
This developing connection contrasts sharply with Eugenie’s reportedly strained ties to Prince Harry, a relationship once marked by strong support and personal loyalty. According to GB News, Eugenie had long stood by Harry and Meghan Markle, even during the early and controversial stages of their relationship.
An insider told The Sun, “Eugenie has been supportive of Harry and Meghan for years and was right there at the beginning of their relationship — but it has now soured.” The evolving relationships within the royal family come amid reports that Prince William may be considering a greater role for Princess Eugenie and her sister, Princess Beatrice, in the royal fold.
With ongoing transitions within the monarchy and the pressures of preparing for his future as King, William is said to be open to seeking support from extended family members. Royal expert Ingrid Seward told New Day Magazine that the York sisters Eugenie and Beatrice could become key players in the royal institution’s future.
“They’re valuable assets and I’m certain they’ll get involved with royal duties when William becomes King,” Seward stated. “I’m sure they would like to do more, and they’re waiting in the wings to be asked.”
Despite their current semi-private roles, both Eugenie and Beatrice have expressed interest in serving the Crown in a larger capacity, should they be invited to do so. Their royal lineage, combined with a relatively scandal-free public presence, could make them appealing candidates to help carry the burden of royal duties.
As William steps further into his future role as monarch, and as tensions with Harry and Meghan remain unresolved, Princess Eugenie appears to be positioning herself more firmly within the senior royal fold — a potential return to more official duties that could reshape her role in the royal family for years to come.