Princess Eugenie and her husband, Jack Brooksbank, are set to expand their family with the arrival of their third child this summer. The couple already has two sons, August, aged five, and Ernest, who recently celebrated his third birthday on 30 May.
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To mark this special occasion, Princess Eugenie took to Instagram, sharing a series of heartwarming photographs of her son Ernest. Accompanied by a touching caption, she described her son as a “tiger loving, hat wearing, constantly hugging, fearless golden boy,” expressing her pride and joy. The images included a tender moment captured between mother and son, as well as a delightful snapshot of Ernest holding hands with his elder brother, August. Other pictures featured Ernest enjoying playing with a soccer ball and colourful balloons.
This celebration comes as the royal couple prepares for the newest addition to their family. Buckingham Palace officially announced the exciting news of Princess Eugenie’s pregnancy on 4 May. In a public statement, the Palace noted, “Her Royal Highness Princess Eugenie and Mr. Jack Brooksbank are very pleased to announce that they are expecting their third child together, due this summer.” The announcement revealed that August and Ernest are looking forward to welcoming a sibling into their lives, and even noted that King Charles has been informed and is pleased with the news.
Princess Eugenie also shared the news via her Instagram account, where she posted an image of her two boys holding up an ultrasound photo. In her caption, she enthusiastically wrote, “Baby Brooksbank due 2026!” Despite the absence of royal titles, the children are still part of the line of succession to the throne, with Eugenie 12th in line, followed by August and Ernest, and the forthcoming baby set to be 15th in line.
The announcement of a new family member arrives during a particularly challenging period for Princess Eugenie’s family. Her parents, the Duke of York and Sarah Ferguson, have faced considerable scrutiny and controversy. In a notable move last October, King Charles removed their royal titles and official residence amid revelations regarding their connections to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. While Prince Andrew has consistently denied wrongdoing, the scandal has notably affected the family dynamic.
In light of the issues surrounding their parents, sources have stated that Princess Eugenie and her sister, Princess Beatrice, are keen to distance themselves from the media spotlight associated with the controversies. An insider revealed that the sisters are primarily focused on the well-being of their children, ensuring that they remain sheltered from the turmoil at the forefront of public scrutiny.
A family friend further elucidated that the two princesses are eager to maintain their royal status amid ongoing challenges, noting that it is an integral part of their identity despite the current difficult circumstances surrounding their family.
As the royal couple navigates this period of personal transition, the anticipation of a new arrival undoubtedly brings joy to the family, as they strive to shield their young children from negativity and preserve their cherished moments together.