Prince Harry will once again not be celebrating Christmas with the royal at Sandringham now that he’s estranged from his family. Royal fans know that the Sussexes will be in California with their two children for the festivities. But there will be a notable new man at the King’s gathering this year. According to sources, King’s stepson – Tom Parker Bowles, will be a part of these celebrations for the very first time. Read on to know more!
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The Duke of Sussex will be opting out of the traditional royal festivities as he plans to spend the yuletide season in LA with his kids and wife. As for the royal family, around 45 members of the monarch’s will come together in Norfolk for the festival. While Prince Harry won’t be one of them, the King has extended a poignant invite to his stepson, Tom Parker-Bowles. He will be making his first-ever appearance at the King’s royal gathering.
While speaking to the Daily Mail, Royal author Richard Eden said, “It is very significant that Tom will be there. Perhaps his sister Laura as well, but that hasn’t been confirmed yet.” Tom had previously confirmed that his mother often asked them to join. But he always refused. He added, “To have the King’s stepson there, but not his son is significant.” But it looks like this will change this year.
Tom Parker is a food critic who recently revealed in an interview with the Telegraph that his mother, Queen Camilla, requested his presence at the royal gathering this year. He shared, “My mum said, ‘I’d love you to come. I haven’t had Christmas with you for a long time. ‘” He also opened up about his usual Christmas routine and shared how he normally spends the day with his ex-wife and their kids.
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When asked if he knows what other family members will be in attendance at the Norfolk festivities, Tom said, “I genuinely know nothing about it. “I know there’s turkey and sprouts and church. And I have to bring a suit and a dinner jacket.” This definitely will hurt Prince Harry where it hurts the most. For more such updates on the royal family, keep following Soap Opera Daily!
