Netflix's blockbuster series The Crown has reignited interest in the storied romance between Queen Elizabeth's sister, Princess Margaret, and Peter Townsend. The drama surrounding their relationship captured the world's attention, and fans of the show were left wondering what happened after the first season ended with Elizabeth forbidding the union due to Peter being a divorcee. As we dive deeper into this tale of love, duty, and heartbreak, we uncover the truth about whether Margaret stayed with Peter or found love elsewhere.

Breaking Up the Royal Couple

In October 1955, a 25-year-old Princess Margaret made a public announcement that shocked the world: she and Peter Townsend, then 40 years old, had ended their romantic relationship. The statement, filled with grace and dignity, revealed the weight of her decision. Margaret expressed her awareness that she could have renounced her rights to the throne and pursued a civil marriage. However, she chose to prioritize her responsibilities to the Commonwealth and adhere to the Church's teachings on the sanctity of marriage. "I have resolved to put these considerations before others," she declared, emphasizing that the choice was hers alone, yet acknowledging the unwavering support of Peter throughout the process.

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Margaret and Antony with Peter (inset).

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Starting Over: Margaret's New Chapter

Despite her declaration that she would never marry another, Margaret's life took a new turn when she wed photographer Antony Armstrong-Jones in May 1960. Interestingly, her decision to accept Antony's proposal reportedly came just one day after learning that Peter planned to marry a young Belgian woman named Marie-Luce Jamagne, who was half his age and bore a striking resemblance to Princess Margaret herself. Life, it seems, has a way of throwing curveballs even to royalty.

A Family Tied by Royalty

Margaret and Antony, who later earned the royal title of Earl of Snowdon, welcomed two children into their lives: son David Armstrong-Jones, 2nd Earl of Snowdon, and daughter Lady Sarah Chatto. Their marriage endured for 18 years before ending in divorce in 1978, reportedly due to Margaret's infidelity. Meanwhile, Peter remained married to Marie-Luce until his passing at the age of 80 in June 1995. Margaret herself passed away at the age of 71 in February 2002, leaving behind a legacy marked by both triumph and tragedy.

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