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King Charles Excludes Yorks from Christmas Gathering Amid Scandal

9/28/2025

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King Charles III bans Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah, Duchess of York, from Christmas lunch.
The move follows the Duchess of York's apology to Jeffrey Epstein.
Charities, including Teenage Cancer Trust, have severed ties with the Duchess.
Sources say the King wants the Yorks 'invisible' at gatherings after last year's Christmas withdrawal amid Duke and Chinese spy allegations.

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King Charles III bans Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah, Duchess of York, from Christmas lunch.
The move follows the Duchess of York's apology to Jeffrey Epstein.
Charities, including Teenage Cancer Trust, have severed ties with the Duchess.
Sources say the King wants the Yorks 'invisible' at gatherings after last year's Christmas withdrawal amid Duke and Chinese spy allegations.