Princess Eugenie has stepped out at a royal event for the first time since her father, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, was stripped of his titles.
The princess supported the King’s Foundation in her role as a mentor for its 35 under 35 network.
The 35-year-old gave an introductory address and told those in attendance about her passion for art, explaining how it shaped her career.
Speaking at the event, the princess said: “It was fantastic to spend more time with the 35 under 35, who are such an incredible group of talented young people.
Princess Eugenie embarked on her first royal event since her father was stripped of his titles
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“I have enjoyed getting to know them better and hearing about their work and aspirations, and look forward to supporting their journeys into the future.
“My career has been shaped by a passion for the arts, so it’s a pleasure to be working with The King’s Foundation to support this inspirational group of artists and creatives.”
The event affirmed that Eugenie is following in her sister, Princess Beatrice’s footsteps, by supporting the royal household and their relatives since their father was stripped of his titles.
Their positions have not been affected, with King Charles focused on “protecting” Andrew’s daughters.
Eugenie’s attendance at the event affirmed her support for the royal household
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Eugenie’s attendance followed an event Beatrice held at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in London for Borne’s World Prematurity Day campaign on November 11.
The 37-year-old hosted alongside her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, with the occasion paying close to the couple’s hearts after their nine-month-old daughter Athena was born prematurely at the hospital.
Eugenie was one of about a dozen mentors at Broadwick Soho helping the under-35s.
The princess initially met the group at a welcome party at the King’s Foundation gallery in London in May.
Eugenie was one of about a dozen mentors at Broadwick Soho
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The King has also hosted a reception for them.
Ceramicist Izzy Letty said it was “lovely” to spend time with Eugenie, sharing what the pair talked about.
She said: “Discussing my evolving creative direction and getting her support on working with galleries will be invaluable to my work and craft.
“Both The King’s Foundation’s and Her Royal Highness’s passion and support for makers and creativity is inspiring to see.
One attendee said it was ‘lovely’ to spend time with Eugenie
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“I’ve loved being part of The King’s Foundation’s 35 under 35 network and have met some amazing
and talented people.
“Visiting The King’s Foundation’s sites has given me a greater understanding of their work and how they champion traditional crafts.”
The event came in the week after Andrew was stripped of his royal titles.
Buckingham Palace confirmed on October 30 that Andrew would not only lose his titles but also be forced out of Royal Lodge.