Royal Roster Thin at Princess of Wales's Key Holiday Event

King Charles III and Queen Camilla were notable absences from a major Christmas concert organized by Catherine, Princess of Wales. The event is considered the most significant on her annual calendar. Only four of the nine senior working royals attended. The absent members cited prior commitments or minor illnesses. The reduced turnout highlights the current strain on the monarchy's active members. With a smaller core group of royals, managing the full schedule of public engagements has become a greater challenge.