**Princess Eugenie’s Milestone Celebration Overshadowed by Prince Andrew Scandal**

 **Princess Eugenie’s Milestone Celebration Overshadowed by Prince Andrew Scandal**  

Princess Eugenie, the youngest daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, is set to celebrate her 35th birthday on Sunday. However, her milestone event has been significantly impacted by the ongoing controversies surrounding her father, Prince Andrew.  

According to royal experts, Eugenie has chosen to keep her birthday celebrations private, opting for a low-key gathering with her immediate family rather than a large, public event. This decision comes as the royal family continues to navigate a challenging period, both personally and publicly.  

Jennie Bond, a former BBC royal correspondent, shared insights with *The Mirror*, highlighting the difficulties Eugenie and her sister, Princess Beatrice, have faced in recent years. “The past couple of years have been extremely tough for both sisters,” Bond said. “They are incredibly close to their mother, Sarah Ferguson, who has battled cancer, and they have also been deeply affected by the cancer diagnoses of King Charles and the Princess of Wales.”  

Bond added that Eugenie’s focus is on spending her special day with her parents, husband Jack Brooksbank, and their young family in a quiet, intimate setting. “Eugenie will want to celebrate her birthday with her parents and her own little family in a very private way,” she explained.  

The decision to keep the celebration understated also reflects the ongoing fallout from Prince Andrew’s scandals, which have cast a long shadow over the York family. Despite the allegations and controversies surrounding her father, Eugenie and Beatrice remain fiercely protective of him.  

“It has been very difficult for them to watch their father under attack from so many sides,” Bond noted. “But they are a very close family, and both sisters are deeply committed to supporting him and his welfare.”  

As Princess Eugenie marks this personal milestone, the focus remains on her resilience and dedication to her family amidst the challenges they face. While the celebrations may be subdued, they underscore the strength of familial bonds in the face of adversity.