Prince Andrew makes surprise appearance at Easter service with King Charles

London: Prince Andrew made a rare public appearance as he joined King Charles and Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle for the traditional Easter Sunday service.

The scandal-hit prince’s attendance was notable after he was absent from the royals’ Christmas service amid scrutiny of his links with an alleged Chinese spy.

Prince Andrew, Duke of York, outside the church following the Easter service.Credit: Getty Images

He was accompanied by his ex-wife Sarah, Duchess of York.

The royal family began to distance itself from Andrew following reports of his friendship with the convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Prince William and his wife Catherine did not attend the service at Windsor as they were spending Easter with their children in Norfolk, east England.

The King and Queen were also joined by Prince Edward, Princess Anne and other family members at the 15th Century chapel in the grounds of Windsor Castle.

Camilla, who was handed a posy of flowers, wished “Happy Easter” to members of the crowd after the Easter Matins service.

On Thursday, the King used his annual Easter message to reflect on war, human suffering and the heroism of those who risk their lives to help others.

In 2024, the Easter service was Charles’ first appearance at a public event following the announcement of his cancer diagnosis in the previous month.

Catherine, Princess of Wales, was also treated for cancer last year. She said in January she was relieved in be in remission.

AP

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