Overview
- Tom Parker Bowles said he and his sister, Laura Lopes, will not join the royal family at Sandringham this Christmas, telling the Daily Mail they plan to alternate years.
- The food writer said he will spend the day at his ex-wife Sara Buys’ London home with their children, joking that it is “back to the sofa.”
- Both attended the royal Christmas in 2024 after Queen Camilla asked them to come, marking a change from last year’s arrangements.
- Outlets report that Prince William, Princess Kate and their three children are expected at Sandringham, though Buckingham Palace has not issued a formal guest list.
- Coverage notes King Charles’ recent cancer treatment as context for a more intimate gathering, with some reports suggesting he aims to keep customary holiday routines.