Princess Eugenie marked a special occasion by sharing a heartfelt social media tribute to her young son Ernest on his third birthday. In the post, Eugenie, 36, was captured showering little Ernie with affection, including moments of him playing football, holding hands with his older brother August, five, and enjoying time with balloons.
Accompanying the photos was a touching caption from Eugenie, praising Ernie as her “fearless golden boy” who brings light to every room with his infectious smile and deep voice. The post garnered numerous well-wishes from followers, celebrating the young royal’s birthday.
Ernie, who was 13th in line to the throne at birth in 2023, now holds the 14th position, while August currently ranks 13th. Buckingham Palace recently announced Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank’s excitement about expecting their third child later this summer.
The upcoming addition, the third child for the couple, received a warm welcome from family members, with August and Ernie eagerly anticipating a new sibling. The baby, expected to arrive in 2026, will be the 15th in line to the throne and the 15th great-grandchild of the late Queen Elizabeth II. This new family member will be the fifth grandchild of the former Duke and Duchess of York, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Sarah Ferguson.
Eugenie’s announcement of the pregnancy on social media was seen as a supportive gesture, particularly amidst the challenges surrounding her father, Andrew, who has faced legal issues. The princesses, Eugenie and Beatrice, have also faced scrutiny due to connections mentioned in the Epstein files, which detailed their mother’s visit to Jeffrey Epstein after his release from prison for child sex crimes.
Despite the controversies, Eugenie and Beatrice have maintained a private profile, choosing to stay away from public appearances linked to their father’s troubles. The couple, Eugenie and Jack, tied the knot in a grand ceremony at St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle, in October 2018, and are now looking forward to expanding their family with the arrival of their third child.
