Let me tell you, this is a bit of a royal head-scratcher. Today, Monday, July 9, Prince Louis is getting christened, but here's the twist—his great-grandparents, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, aren't going to be there. Yep, you heard that right. The two-month-old's baptism is happening, and the queen and her husband have decided not to attend.
Now, before you start worrying, it's not because they're not feeling well. Both have been in good health, so that's not the reason. Instead, sources suggest that Queen Elizabeth's packed schedule might be the real culprit. According to People magazine, this was a decision that Elizabeth and Kate Middleton made together a while back. It's all mutual, folks.
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Let's rewind a bit. Queen Elizabeth, who is 92 years young, was present at Prince George's christening back in 2013 and Princess Charlotte's in 2015. So, royal watchers are understandably taken aback that she's skipping this one. But here's the thing: Prince Louis' christening will still be a star-studded affair. His six godparents and their partners, Prince Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, Michael and Carole Middleton, Pippa Middleton and James Matthews, and James Middleton will all be there, as Kensington Palace has already announced.
Why Philip and Elizabeth Are Taking a Pass
Prince Philip, who stepped back from royal duties last fall, has been making appearances here and there, like at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding, despite his recent hip injury. However, Queen Elizabeth has had a jam-packed schedule recently. She even had to cancel an appearance on June 28 because she wasn't feeling her best. This Tuesday, she's got a big event celebrating the 100th birthday of the Royal Air Force, and on Friday, she'll be hosting none other than US President Donald Trump at Buckingham Palace. That's a lot on her plate!
Is Elizabeth Preparing to Step Down?
Interestingly, a source exclusively told Closer Weekly that Queen Elizabeth is considering stepping down from the throne soon. "She has a strong sense of duty and originally planned to serve until the end," a senior courtier revealed to Closer. "But she's broken all the records and has nothing left to prove." Whether this decision is influenced by her busy schedule or a desire to pass the torch, it's clear that big changes might be on the horizon for the royal family.
We'll certainly miss her and Philip today, but it's important to remember that their absence doesn't diminish the significance of Prince Louis' special day. Let's wish the little prince all the best as he begins his journey in the royal world!
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