Princess Beatrice puts on united front with husband Edo during lunch out amid fears her ‘marriage is in trouble’ in wake of Epstein scandal
Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi Display Unity at Notting Hill Sushi Spot Amid Marriage Rumors
Amid lingering concerns about the stability of her marriage, Princess Beatrice and her spouse Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi were spotted sharing a meal at the Eel Sushi Bar in Notting Hill. The couple, who spent two hours inside the stylish Japanese eatery, were seen exiting together with a cheerful demeanor, suggesting a deliberate effort to project harmony.
The royal, 37, was photographed smiling as she departed in an electric Porsche, a gesture that contrasted with recent whispers about tension within the marriage. These murmurs emerged following the revelations surrounding her parents’ associations with Jeffrey Epstein, which have cast shadows over their family’s reputation.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s Quiet Return to Public Life
Meanwhile, Princess Beatrice’s father, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, made a brief public appearance. At 66, he was captured on Saturday walking his dog alone near Wood Farm in Norfolk, where he resides. This marked his first visible outing since his arrest last month, which left him in police custody for 11 hours on suspicion of public office misconduct.
“Andrew cut a solitary figure as he strolled through the countryside, signaling a tentative reentry into the spotlight,” noted a source.
His recent outing followed a prior incident where he was seen slumped in a Range Rover, attempting to evade photographers after leaving a Norfolk police station. Despite his setback, the former Duke of York’s new home is already brimming with HRH-labeled items, including furniture, clothing, and books, indicating he remains invested in his royal persona.
Queen’s Corgis: A New Reality Show Concept?
Further complicating the family’s public image, Princess Beatrice’s mother, Sarah Ferguson, has been linked to discussions about cloning the late Queen’s corgis for a unique television project. The plan, floated earlier this year, involves replicating the beloved pets through genetic means, with the intention of selling the clones globally.
“She was eager to revive her media presence and generate income, proposing the idea of featuring the Queen’s corgis in a show,” a representative explained.
Though pet cloning is permitted in the U.S. and has drawn attention for its potential profitability—clones can fetch up to £75,000—Britain currently allows the practice only in research contexts. The initiative has sparked debate, with experts cautioning about possible health issues in cloned animals. Sarah’s involvement in these talks comes as she navigates scrutiny over her past connection to the convicted sex offender.
As the royal family grapples with the fallout from the Epstein scandal, these developments highlight the ongoing efforts to maintain appearances, even amid internal challenges.