It has been a tough year from Britain’s Princess Beatrice, who was thrust into the spotlight over the bad behaviour of her father.
The former Prince Andrew was stripped of his titles, evicted from his Royal Lodge and arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office before he was released.
The situation has placed increased scrutiny on Beatrice’s life and relationship with husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi.
Recent reports have suggested their marriage is under strain. Here is everything we know about the home life of King Charles’ niece.
Is Princess Beatrice still married?
Following the scandal involving her father, The Mail on Sunday reported in March 2026 there was a “distance” between Beatrice and her husband after he spent time abroad for work.
“Things haven’t been great for a while between them, but Beatrice has been determined to soldier on and forge a path through,” the British newspaper claimed.
“She wants to stay together, but he seems more and more distracted by work and travel. Just when she needs him most, he’s been pulling away”.
However, the report was dismissed as “complete nonsense” by a friend of the couple who spoke to People.
Who is Princess Beatrice’s husband?
Beatrice tied the knot with Edo Mapelli Mozzi in 2020.
The property developer was born in London but descends from a noble Italian family.
Edo is the CEO and founder of a London-based property development and interior design company named Banda.
The company works all over the world and he has been spending more time overseas as his business expands.
The couple started dating in late 2018, having known each other for years beforehand as Edo’s step-father, Christopher Shale, was a close friend of Beatrice’s parents, Prince Andrew and Sarah.
After their nuptials were delayed thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, Bea finally made it down the aisle in Windsor on July 17, 2020.
The small socially distanced ceremony was attended by just 20 guests including her grandparents, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip.
Sentimental Beatrice looked stunning in a Norman Hartnell gown that had belonged to the then Queen on her big day.
Four years after their big day, Bea and Edo still seemed to be enjoying the newly wedded bliss phase of their romance.
“Happy 4th wedding anniversary my love. Every day is so special with you. I love you so much,” Edo said in a social media post in July 2024.
Gushing about his wife seems to have become a yearly habit.
“I am so grateful for every moment we have shared, every challenge we have overcome, and every dream we have pursued together. I love you more than words can say, and I can’t wait to celebrate many more anniversaries with you,” he posted in 2023 on their third anniversary.
Accompanying the news was a snap of the sweet little newborn wrapped in a pink blanket.
“Their Majesties The King and Queen and other members of The Royal Family have all been informed and are delighted with the news,” the statement added.
The moniker includes a sweet nod to Bea’s grandmother, the late Queen Elizabeth II.
After the joyful news, WHO looks at the private life of the princess and her growing family.
How many children does Princess Beatrice have?
Princess Beatrice and Edo share two daughters- Sienna and Athena.
In May 2021, Bea and Edo shared that they were expecting their first baby.
On September 20 of that same year, Buckingham Palace and the proud dad announced that Beatrice gave birth to her daughter.
“Our life together has just begun, and I can’t wait to see all the amazing things that await us,” Edo posted at the time.
“Feeling so much love and gratitude for my amazing wife, baby Sienna and Wolfie. These are the days I never want to forget. This week, a friend said to me the sweetest saying …. that with every child you grow a whole new heart.”
Beatrice gave birth to their second daughter on January 22, 2025. It was previously reported she was due to arrive around March/April 2025.
Despite being premature, the palace confirmed that Athena Elizabeth Rose was healthy and well.
Her very proud father Edo took to social media to confirm that she was “tiny and absolutely perfect”.
“Our hearts are overflowing with love for you, baby Athena,” he posted.
Her maternal grandmother, Sarah, the then Duchess of York, also took to social media to share her happiness at the safe arrival.
“Overflowing with love and joy to be able to welcome Athena Elizabeth Rose into the world,” Fergie, as she’s affectionately known, wrote.
“She is already so adored and I’m incredibly blessed to be a Granny once again.”
Accompanying the news was a snap of the sweet little newborn wrapped in a pink blanket.
“Their Majesties The King and Queen and other members of The Royal Family have all been informed and are delighted with the news,” the statement added.
The moniker includes a sweet nod to Bea’s grandmother, the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Despite their proximity to the crown, neither Athena nor Sienna will hold an official British royal title as they aren’t grandchildren of King Charles.
However, their dad descends from Italian aristocracy and Edo is the eldest son of Count Alessandro Mapelli Mozzi.
“Edoardo is the only male descendent taking the family into the next generation. He is a count – his wife will be a countess automatically and any of their children will be counts or nobile donna,” the Count told the Daily Mail in 2020.
Edo also shares son Christopher Woolf, nicknamed Wolfie, whom he welcomed in April 2016 with his ex, Dara Huang.
Upon her wedding, Beatrice became the stepmother of Wolfie, who acted as his father’s best man.
After Beatrice gave birth to Sienna, she called Wolfie “the best big brother” in a tweet.
Wolfie and Beatrice have a close relationship, and he has been seen joining the royal family for important events such as when he attended the Together At Christmas carols service in 2023.
Dara has also spoken publicly about how well she co-parents with her ex and Beatrice.
“Wolfie has had two sets of parents trying to help him on both sides, and I just think, ‘The more, the merrier,’ ” Dara told Harper’s Bazaar UK .
“I feel lucky to have such positive people around him, who really embrace him — because it didn’t have to be so easy.”
Why is Princess Beatrice not part of the royal family?
While Beatrice isn’t a working member of The Firm, meaning that she carries out official duties on behalf of the Crown and receives tax payer funds, she is still a beloved member of the royal family.
Beatrice remains in the line of succession to the British throne in the 9th spot.
Living off Edo’s millions previously meant that Princess Beatrice’s luxe life was barely scrutinised, leaving her free to indulge in her love of fashion and overseas holidays.
However, her and sister, Princess Eugenie, have come under increasing scrutiny of late, thank to their parents friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Prince William is reported to have asked his cousins to submit to a financial check which they declined.
There have been calls for the pair to give up their titles as their father faces losing his place in the line of succession.
There could be some tough decisions for Beatrice to make in the future.
