Sarah Ferguson reflects on her relationship with Prince Andrew, expressing ongoing loyalty despite their separation and his public controversies. Meanwhile, Prince William travels to Monaco for a football match after a charity event. Grand Duke Georgi and Victoria celebrate their engagement anniversary and share news of an expected baby. Ferguson also voices concerns for her daughters amid social media challenges and discusses her recent health struggles. Lastly, Marie Ducruet shares humorous moments of her daughter navigating the ‘Terrible Twos.’
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January 22, 2025
‘Sad Man’: Sarah Ferguson Shares Candid Thoughts on Ex-Husband Prince Andrew
Nearly three decades after their separation, Sarah Ferguson, 65, and Prince Andrew, 64, continue to cohabitate at the ‘Royal Lodge’ in Windsor. In a revealing interview with the ‘Sunday Times’ on January 17, 2025, the Duchess of York offered a heartfelt glimpse into her relationship with her former spouse, drawing a poignant comparison between him and her late father, Major Ronald Ferguson, who battled deep sadness for many years. “I was responsible for a sad man back then – just like today,” she remarked, alluding to Prince Andrew’s retreat from public life amidst a series of controversies.
Despite the chaos surrounding them, Sarah maintains her loyalty to Andrew, stating, “I was deeply in love with Andrew. I would do everything exactly the same way again.” The couple’s marriage, which ended in divorce in 1996, faced external challenges, according to the Duchess. Yet, their mutual support remains steadfast. “He supports me, as I support him,” Ferguson affirmed.
January 21, 2025
Prince William’s Trip to Monaco
Following a visit to the charity ‘Centrepoint’ in Ealing, London, on January 21, 2025, where Prince William, 42, showcased his boxing skills, the royal heir swiftly boarded a flight to Monaco. This trip was made without his wife, Catherine, Princess of Wales, 43, and their children. Instead, he is joined by his close friend, Thomas van Straubenzee, 42, who also happens to be the godfather of William’s daughter, Princess Charlotte, 9.
The purpose of this quick getaway? To catch his favorite team, Aston Villa, compete in the Champions League against AS Monaco at the Louis-II Stadium that evening—a match the prince simply could not miss.
Grand Duke Georgi and Victoria Celebrate Engagement Anniversary
Grand Duke Georgi, 43, and his wife, Victoria Romanowna Bettarini, 42, recently shared joyful news on Instagram. After the French publication ‘Point de Vue’ broke the story of their expected baby, the couple confirmed the delightful announcement on January 10, 2025, saying, “We are excited to share that we will welcome another baby this spring!”
Just days later, they took to social media once more to commemorate their engagement anniversary. “Four years ago today – a baby, three dogs, and a cat – we announced our engagement! Time flies, but love grows,” Victoria reminisced on January 20, sharing four cherished photographs from their journey together.
January 20, 2025
Sarah Ferguson Expresses Continuous Concern for Daughters Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice
In a recent conversation with ‘The Times’, Sarah Ferguson, 65, opened up about her enduring worries as a mother, particularly regarding her daughters, Princess Eugenie, 34, and Princess Beatrice, 36. She confessed that she still finds herself concerned “all the time,” especially in the age of social media. “You worry about them continuously. I still do now that they are adults. I believe young people face more challenges today than ever before. Social media can be a toxic environment, and it’s alarming what they encounter there,” Ferguson remarked.
Reflecting on her own health journey, Sarah shared her experience with two cancer diagnoses over the past year, admitting, “It was tough.” She emphasized her usually positive outlook but acknowledged the weight of her situation: “Cancer is like a bomb going off in your life. One diagnosis is challenging enough, but having two within a year was overwhelming. I found myself in some dark places, contemplating my own mortality.”
In June 2023, Sarah revealed her successful treatment for breast cancer, followed by the news in January 2024 of her malignant melanoma diagnosis.
Marie Ducruet’s Daughter Navigates the ‘Terrible Twos’
Proud parents Louis, 32, and Marie Ducruet, 32, are celebrating their daughters: Victoire, 1, and Constance, just one month old. As Victoire approaches her second birthday in early April, it seems the ‘Terrible Twos’ are already making an appearance, a stage often marked by frustration and emotional outbursts.
Marie recently shared playful glimpses of this phase on her Instagram Stories. In one photo, Victoire is sprawled on the floor, prompting Marie to comment, “Ah, the famous ‘Terrible Two’.” In another, Victoire is once again on the floor in a different outfit, to which Marie quips, “Still?” followed by a laughing emoji.
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Sources used: monarquia.elconfidencialdigital.com, instagram.com, thetimes.com, picture-alliance.com, gettyimages.de.