The Best and Worst Royal Christmases REVEALED | Reading the Royals | Daily Mail

[@maggiedavies5312]

I love these breakdowns of the Royal Family relationships. Thank you Richard.

[@ynys_mon6928]

That was a lovely pre Christmas glimpse of the Royals. I especially loved the insight to the early photos.

[@cathydando1495]

@@ynys_mon6928 I agree, Richard has spent time and effort putting that together. Much appreciated.

[@livehareide7789]

Why did the beautiful Lady Di chose the outstanding RED coat….. Diana did know how to play the Media and the people !

[@wendyallen732]

Lovely recap of Christmases past, thank you, Richard. Happy Christmas

[@JeanneOlivetree]

Always fun, Richard, thank you! Merry Christmas to you all at Daily Mail Royals!

[@DailyMailRoyals]

Thanks for watching Jeanne and for your kind message - Merry Christmas to you too!

[@Funny4450]

Hi Richard - This was EXCELLENT. Thank you very much for your work! -- Happy Christmas to you! -- Debbie from NJ, USA

[@tytn9978]

I like your sharing of the Royal Family's Christmas traditions. As much as they are royalty, they are also human beings, with likes and dislikes, positives and negatives, humour and anger. I look forward to MORE episodes in the coming year! Meanwhile, I wish you a joyous Christmas!

[@cathydando1495]

I credit the Middletons for 2 decades of discretion and support, showing William how to function as a normal family, yet embrace his role.

[@JUDYHANCOCK-e4v]

Excellent.

[@factcheck5224]

Well said! 💯🎯‼️❤️

[@cathydando1495]

@factcheck5224 thanks. They are so discreet, and value privacy which after fame (vacuous) has taught William, this is how loving families are. Carole and Michael grafted to give their children the best education. I love how James in particular has overcome his difficulties. I love the Middletons and shout it on each side of the pond's social media, I hope spreading recognition. Merry Christmas 🌲

[@cathydando1495]

I'm not a keyboard warrior. When I finish work here in Malta, I tune in to my favourite KZbinrs and comment, if I have something positive to say.

[@factcheck5224]

@@cathydando1495 Merry🎄Christmas with ❤️ from the 🇺🇸❣️ May 2025 bring you and those you care about Hope, Health and Happiness❣️

[@factcheck5224]

One of my all time favorite pictures is of Prince Louis sitting on (Then) Prince Charles’ lap during one of the Queen’s Jubilee celebrations! ❤

[@JennyNash-w7x]

Thank you Richard. and Happy Christmas to you too.🎄

[@larafields3106]

This series of videos has been such a treat. Thank you. 🎄🎁✨️

[@sallyleventis]

Merry Christmas Richard. Thank you for this episode and all the others you have made. I really enjoyed this Christmas one. Beautiful festive decorations as well. Regards from Australia.

[@PS_testing321...]

Thank you, Mr. Eden. This was wonderful to watch.

[@maryjaneseymour3479]

Love this. Thank you so much for making it.

[@RightStonedCowboy]

Young Harry carrying his gifts next to William and maybe now wishing he could be as happy as then. That’s what I think anyway.

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

I agree, i bet he misses the lovely happiness of Christmas with Family.

[@brigidine37]

Boy, what family would find it comfortable to have a daughter in law join them for Christmas, after she had spent years trying to make her husband look bad, not only to the children, but to the world at large. What did she expect? To expect them to welcome one with open arms is unbelievable. If I had been Diana, I would have stayed well away. But I would never act like Diana did. When I think of those times, and the chaos and drama comes to mind, I again find myself exhausted. Imagine how the family felt?

[@factcheck5224]

Well said! So many people seem to cling to the myth of “Saint Diana”! Probably in a large part because she died so young. But one truth that Harry repeats is “I am my mother’s son.” Yes, you are! In all the wrong traits! Rather than sifting through her complex character as Prince William has, and chosen to follow through on the empathy and kindness she expressed, especially for the homeless ~ Harry has chosen to accentuate the drama, paranoia and blaming others for everything! JMO

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

​@@factcheck5224well said.

[@ShanePalmer-yo4og]

Well said. I know not why so many people think the late Dianne, Princess of Wales was such a saint. She seems to be far from that.

[@renskeconnell8038]

True words spoken. Diana, initially quite innocent and sweet turned into a PR caricature. She loved it. She used her deteriorating relationship with Charles effectively and ruthlessly. There is some comparison between Diana and Ms. Markle. Though Diana had class, in abundance, and kept her negative statements about the Royal family to a minimum. Ms. Markle lacks ANY class, grace or truthfulness. To sum it up: l'histoire se repête...

[@JoyNelson-bq6jn]

Thank you, Richard. Lovely.

[@theonlymeaning]

Thank You Ricahrd, this ever so much better than OTHER attempts to "read the Royals"

[@CarolStJohn-ev9ry]

Enjoyable video, Merry Christmas Richard! 🎄

[@sharpebeaton7787]

Well done Richard Eden! Your videos are a poignant reminder of how special the Royal Family are to so many people.

[@Chipoo88]

Happy Christmas Richard! Lovely episode

[@kbaker9804]

Another excellent show. Thank you!

[@barbarahoran580]

Great job Richard. I really enjoyed this video at Christmas time.

[@christinedresser6652]

Merry Christmas Richard. From Christine in Australia 🇦🇺 🦘 🇦🇺🇦🇺🦘🦘🦘

[@mitrildhi]

Great video. You look so dashing in a tuxedo, Richard! Happy Christmas

[@Wildflowers516]

Anyone in a relationship that goes through intense obstacles knows how difficult it is never mind on the public stage ! I’d imagine if Princess Diana were here today she’d probably tell both her sons she shouldn’t have used the press to hurt people…I believe KC learned that too ~ it must sicken him to watch Harry doing it never mind his wife. She really wasn’t even apart of Harry’s family for long b4 becoming so vile! She and Harry are truly disgraceful , I can’t ever forget the way the late Queen was treated , along with many others ! It’s better that Harry is not residing near the Royal Family! Good riddance!

[@factcheck5224]

Well said! So many people seem to cling to the myth of “Saint Diana”! Probably in a large part because she died so young. But one truth that Harry repeats is “I am my mother’s son.” Yes, he is! In all the wrong traits! Rather than sifting through her complex character as Prince William has, and chosen to follow through on the empathy and kindness she expressed, especially for the homeless ~ Harry has chosen to accentuate the drama, paranoia and blaming others for everything!

[@barbaralong2965]

Loved this episode! Thank you.

[@merilynmcauslin4934]

I am sick of hearing about Diana. She was manipulative and had more lovers than i can count on my fingers. Harry has brought all this up. I wish he and we could stop hearing about her

[@factcheck5224]

Well said! So many people seem to cling to the myth of “Saint Diana”! Probably in a large part because she died so young. But one truth that Harry repeats is “I am my mother’s son.” Yes, he is! In all the wrong traits! Rather than sifting through her complex character as Prince William has, and chosen to follow through on the empathy and kindness she expressed, especially for the homeless ~ Harry has chosen to accentuate the drama, paranoia and blaming others for everything!

[@factcheck5224]

Many thanks to Prince Philip for bringing television into the monarchy! ❤️👏👏👏👏

[@karriedartez1494]

I loved this!! No insults at all. Glad i watched it.

[@jacquia.2606]

Great episode, thank you ☺

[@FalcomScott312]

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas Richard from London, England 🏴here! Cheers for sharing this video of the best and worst royal Christmas moments throughout the years.

[@goldkhw]

I like Richard's videos. Always very well done.

[@partlycloudy3519]

A source told Richard Kay ? 😂 you mean DIANA told Richard Kay 🙄

[@marlenewolffe4613]

100% correct.

[@hotoneinspai]

Diana told Richard Kay a lot of things...But only things she wanted to "Get Out" and he was sooo besotted with Diana he'd have done anything.

[@graphiquejack]

The Queen of Leaks. Where do you think Harold learned it from. Lol

[@karenskinner4892]

Edward abdication..listening to his speech..he says I a lot..reminds me of that callous and duplicitous ego centric Prince harry

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

Edward and Wallis....Harry and Meghan......history repeating!!!

[@voices_vary]

Drama followed Diana. I wonder why.....?

[@factcheck5224]

Well said! So many people seem to cling to the myth of “Saint Diana”! Probably in a large part because she died so young. But one truth that Harry repeats is “I am my mother’s son.” Yes, he is! In all the wrong traits! Rather than sifting through her complex character as Prince William has, and chosen to follow through on the empathy and kindness she expressed, especially for the homeless ~ Harry has chosen to accentuate the drama, paranoia and blaming others for everything!

[@lisica8458]

Diana didn't feel welcome? By 1993, the Morton book had already come out; what else could she have expected? Good thing she never became queen; her behavior was often embarrassing.

[@ridingtheroad185]

Charles wasn't? I'll never forget his recording. YUCK! He and his family were in charge and IMO she was trying everything to save her marriage to a man she loved but finally had to realize he had never loved her at all, she was just the one "they" felt would be correct. How sad. Charles and family ruined the life of a beautiful young lady who eventually died a horrid death and who's son's were stuck with a father who finally grew a big enough set to put his foot down and be with the person he actually always loved.

[@vickikeech7484]

Harry has really shown the light on his mothers behaviors that were in the past. Thanks Harry for reminding the world of her mental health issues, courting the press, sleeping with married men. And many other things that were once buried with history.

[@jacintakelland1847]

@@ridingtheroad185 how was she trying to safe her marriage. neither of them were good to each other, and always used the boys for her own gain

[@wildideas7368]

@@ridingtheroad185 Excuse me, but do you really think that all those affairs with countless married and unmarried men and adulteries where really something like "trying to save her marriage" as you said. She had affairs and she admitted that she was the first one who committed adultery. Charles and Camilla knew each other ages, but the romance started only after Diana had broken the marriage. Diana was a manipulator, and it looks that she managed easily manipulate you. Remember to use seat belt!!!

[@Violet3017]

Her behaviour was a result of the total betrayal of Charles. He was sleeping with his mistress, but when she sought on some kind of love, SHE was criticized?? She gave Charles 2 children so her job was done! No wonder she was suffering with mental issues, married to a horrid cad! I still have no respect for him. As she well knew, there were 3 of them in that marriage! But was she expected to just sit back and live a lonely life? Many wives do just that, but Diana was an amazing person, and she decided to simply do what Charles was already doing!!! My heart goes out to her!

[@voices_vary]

William has navigated all the Diana drama without residue and is now a much loved, much welcomed part of the royal family--as is his wife. As it turns out, we find that Harry is bonded to the old drama and his relationships have been strained or ruined.

[@kriswhite2220]

Oh my goodness. Harry is drama-bonded to his past. That fits perfectly. Trauma-bonded doesn’t fit him. But DRAMA-bonded does. And he carried it forward by marring the biggest drama QUEEN on the planet. You might have just created a new description for old Haz. It’s too perfect ;-)

[@factcheck5224]

@@kriswhite2220 💯🎯‼️❤️👏👏👏👏👏

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

It is rediculous that people still see Harry as a 'poor little orphan boy', he's 40, married, has children, and is supposed to be an Adult!!! Hes a failure to launch, and he married a narcissist who stalked and trapped him into marriage for the fame and money, but if they really do have kids, they are the ones I feel sorry for, with a witch for a mother and a man-child for a father, with no training in royalty but royal titles slapped on them (by decree of MM) they will never fit into the society that the titles are linked to....and they don't even get the friendship, love and support from the extended family, like all the other royal children get....again because of MM!!

[@PixieDustedTara]

Great video Richard, Merry Christmas 🎄🎁

[@pamspurgers3578]

Lovely episode. Thank you, Richard. Blessings to you and your family.

[@CarolAReece-ii1ry]

I am really enjoying this program. Merry Christmas to you

[@adminimer5176]

Thank you #RichardEden ! I love the insight and perspective you give, I try to watch anything you do. I will always miss Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, much appreciation from USA!

[@factcheck5224]

@@adminimer5176 Well said! 👏👏 Merry🎄Christmas with ❤️ from the 🇺🇸❣️ May 2025 bring you and those you care about Hope, Health and Happiness❣️

[@zed4225]

Thanks for your in depth, respectful take on our Monarchy. Enjoying this series #RichardEden Happy Xmas to you and yours and all the Dailly Mail Royals team, especially Jo and Rebecca. Thanks for the hard work you all put in over the last year❤🎄🎅🏼

[@karinbenedetti172]

Thank you Richard from Canada…Merry Christmas Christmas ✨🎄🍾🥂

[@patriciamiller2316]

Looooove Richard Eden’s specials like this!❤️

[@sheilacasper2030]

Loved seeing the photos. Your commentsry was very interesting. Thanks

[@Missy802]

H&M made it to being the most despised in 2024. Meg got the top billing, my congratulations.

[@vickikeech7484]

She finally earned top billing for something.

[@CavarriLewis]

Do you really think anyone cares , besides you haters ?? It’s not like your feelings affect her life !!! At all !!!

[@factcheck5224]

@@CavarriLewis Not haters. Truth seekers. MM has no one to blame but herself for all the lies she has told that have soured people on her.

[@CavarriLewis]

@ sour herself on people ? Looks like she has plenty of friends to me, I never see Kate with any friends-- EVER ! But -if you’re THAT delusional -- have fun ! HRH Princess Meghan is living her best life and she really doesn’t care WHO doesn’t like it or HER ! She wasn’t put on earth for “people approval “ ! Find a therapist who can (get ) her out of your head !

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

They finally got an award they actually earned!!!!

[@Linda-de7np]

Well done !! MERRY CHRISTMAS !!! 🎄 🎄 ❄❄ 🎄🎄❄❄

[@factcheck5224]

I think Diana played to the cameras on her last Christmas at Sandringham.

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

She always played to the cameras...she may not have created the media monster, but she sure as heck fed it, and made if grow Big and Strong!!!

[@Bettertimes2025]

I am sorry, but l am getting kind of tired to hear about Diana... sorry.... also thanks to her son H.

[@vickikeech7484]

The inappropriate parenting style. Making Prince William her confidant and "bestie" Crying in the bathroom while he stuffs tissues under the door. Harry eating in nursery while Prince William dines with his Mummy. Outrageously strange. And we wonder why Harry is such a nutter and a dimwit.

[@susanvanschuyver7900]

Lovely video. Wonderful to see all the photographs. Merry Christmas, Richard!

[@susanschuback2310]

Thank you 🙏🏻 From Australia 🇦🇺

[@factcheck5224]

#THANKS Wow! As a citizen of the 🇺🇸 I have never actually heard the ACTUAL abdication speech! Good choice, Richard!

[@EvoDevo2004]

Really?! I've heard it may times. It was even broadcast in the 70s series The Waltons. But maybe I am just showing my age! ☺

[@factcheck5224]

@ 😍😂😂😂 I am 66 years old, and a true history lover, but I managed to miss it all these years! Merry🎄Christmas with ❤️ from the 🇺🇸❣️ May God Bless you in 2025 with Hope, Health and Happiness❣️

[@philomenasorce6114]

Merry Christmas Richard 🎄🥂🇺🇸

[@marymarymillidweeb2661]

Great video ! And as promised by Jo Elvin ( Alvin?) Richard Eden looking fantastic in a tuxedo!

[@factcheck5224]

It is very obvious from the Sandringham Christmas walk and at Catherine’s annual Christmas Carol concert ~ and many more formal celebrations and informal moments captured on video or in photos ~ the Wales’, Tindall’s and Princess Beatrice’s “bonus child” (Edo’s son Wolfie) are VERY close and enjoy spending time together. Also the way the grownups act with ALL the children ~ Mike Tindall goofing around with Prince Louis at a Jubliee celebration, The Princess of Wales including Mia Tindall while she and Princess Charlotte greeted the Christmas crowds at Sandringham, and Louis and Wolfie waving madly when they saw each other at the Carol Concert! We will never truly know what goes on behind closed doors. But it is obvious that the 2nd (3rd?!) generation of children have a closeness that cannot be faked. I don’t feel sorry for MM and Harry, they are living with the very real consequences of their own actions! But I do feel sorry for their children who are missing out on being a part of a very large and loving family.

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

I agree, Harry and the Witch have done this to themselves, but the poor kids (if they are real) don't deserve to suffer, not miss out on the fun times and connection of family that all the other kids obviously enjoy.

[@annelousteau9799]

Thank you, Richard. And a very Happy Christmas to you and your family. 😂❤

[@partlycloudy3519]

Richard you look great in a tux !

[@stephanieredden8861]

Merry Christmas Richard.

[@marshahrabak7056]

Great review Richard Eden…love your show! from USA….🇺🇸🇬🇧

[@factcheck5224]

Merry🎄Christmas with ❤️ from the 🇺🇸❣️ May God Bless you all in 2025 with Hope, Health and Happiness❣️

[@KR-ms6km]

Diana was a beautiful mother and at the same time she was able to set herself in scene that the impression of hostility may occur. And if so, of course others feel tensed too. She was a great lady but not without showing questionable habits that could damage others...

[@factcheck5224]

Well said! So many people seem to cling to the myth of “Saint Diana”! Probably in a large part because she died so young. But one truth that Harry repeats is “I am my mother’s son.” Yes, he is! In all the wrong traits! Rather than sifting through her complex character as Prince William has, and chosen to follow through on the empathy and kindness she expressed, especially for the homeless ~ Harry has chosen to accentuate the drama, paranoia and blaming others for everything!

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

Her mismanagement of the paparazzi (one minute loving attention, the next crying the press are hounding her) and being quite dramatic to them in front of the kids, instead of like Charles, saying ok, we will sit for photos and interview and then you leave us in peace to enjoy our break....and that's what happened... no wonder Harry thinks MM is like mummy!!

[@susanbrooks9317]

Diana was a warm human being in the midst of a cold hearted bunch of in breeders! They were jealous of Diana, it was obvious.

[@kathleen5678]

Richard thank you for your service. I enjoy each video. Merry Christmas 🎄 from USA.

[@DailyMailRoyals]

Thanks for the message Kathleen, Merry Christmas! Richard's back on Thursday with a special episode of Palace Confidential

[@cynthiagriffy9206]

💯 Charles and Camilla were doing wrong. But, Diana wasn't exactly doing right!

[@factcheck5224]

💯🎯‼️ Well said! So many people seem to cling to the myth of “Saint Diana”! Probably in a large part because she died so young. But one truth that Harry repeats is “I am my mother’s son.” Yes, he is! In all the wrong traits! Rather than sifting through her complex character as Prince William has, and chosen to follow through on the empathy and kindness she expressed, especially for the homeless ~ Harry has chosen to accentuate the drama, paranoia and blaming others for everything!

[@MargaretAllen-x5t]

I think in 2022 Catherine was holding Louis 'hand ? so he was there that year but you can't see him behind Camilla.

[@carlynschalin3106]

Merry Christmas Richard Eden

[@mameschwarzfischer2806]

Always well done

[@clairedisapia]

I couldn’t wait for his video…..

[@DoneGone282]

Exquisite

[@genie5251]

In my opinion, both HRH CIII and princess Diana desired aromatic love, and agreed to a marriage that was not going to produce it. It was a business contract, if anything. They both made choices that could only lead to grief, unless they were both committed to the business side of the contract. I think that Diana often receives more sympathy out of traditional attitudes toward male infidelity, and due to her masterfully managing her public image. Both sons are victims of their parent's unsuccessful marriage. You don't have to be royal to experience this. Harry seems to have a more adolescent emotional state regarding it.

[@graphiquejack]

I figure at this point it’s all old news and people really need to move on, esp the Sussexes. All four people in both marriages behaved badly. At that point, it’s a wash. Divorce is messy. I think it’s all too human for relationships to sour like that, and it’s silly to demonize or sanctify any of the people in question because cheating is evidently pretty commonplace, if you look at current divorce rates. The only difference is, the public wanted a ‘fairy tale’ and so they made up a narrative accordingly, with a Bluebeard, a Wicked Witch and a victimized fairy princess. It’s all hogwash. None of those ‘archtypes’ fit. Charles was hardly a cold vicious serial adulterer, Camilla wasn’t some scheming woman out to destroy her victim out of jealousy and ambition, and Diana wasn’t an innocent victim. They were human with good and bad qualities, under enormous pressures to keep up a particular image even though it was increasingly impossible to do so. We can’t force people to be in love and be happy. It’s high time we accept that royals are human and should, after all, be allowed to marry whomever makes them happy… even if it’s… ugh… a b-list divorced actress. Lol

[@factcheck5224]

Well said! So many people seem to cling to the myth of “Saint Diana”! Probably in a large part because she died so young. But one truth that Harry repeats is “I am my mother’s son.” Yes, he is! In all the wrong traits! Rather than sifting through her complex character as Prince William has, and chosen to follow through on the empathy and kindness she expressed, especially for the homeless ~ Harry has chosen to accentuate the drama, paranoia and blaming others for everything!

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

Yes, Diana did as much 'chasing' as Charles, as she went on hunting and fishing trips, which she immediately dropped after they married (whereas previously, Charles and Camilla enjoyed all those activities and horse riding and all the country gentry activities), Camilla was always more suited and they should have been allowed to marry...look at the long and happy marriage they could have had, and Diana could have married someone else who had the time to fawn and fuss over her, as she was a very needy person, damaged from her own parents divorce....

[@Oceanwaves329]

Always happy to view this site. Thank you Richard, Merry Christmas to you and your family, from a proud Brit, living in South Africa 🇿🇦 🎉🎉

[@DailyMailRoyals]

Thanks for the message! Happy Christmas and make sure to check out our Palace Confidential special on Thursday!

[@Cherub-v3h]

❤ very well done; I appreciate your efforts of keeping the historic context of the “ Royal family “ presented , in a dignified manner, 🕊️🇬🇧👑

[@DailyMailRoyals]

Thanks so much for the comment and thanks for watching!

[@voices_vary]

Merry Christmas, Richard! And have a wonderful 2025!!!

[@valeriegood8427]

Talking out of school was a big no no. Diana shouldnt have done her interview exposing all the secrets. Things like that and much worse in previous generations of Royals went on but with no paparazzi on their tails. Infidelity was always going on.

[@jillosler9353]

But Diana didn't expose 'all the secrets' and only mentioned one of her lovers because she knew it was going to be exposed that weekend by a Sunday Newspaper! Her intention, as always, was to appear the 'innocent, vulnerable woman-child who was a victim' but by the time the Documentary went out she was on her 5th lover; the first (her married personal Police Protection Officer) got sacked when the affair became known in royal circles (but not publicly) and she quickly moved on to lover number two (a single Cavalry Officer who was a playboy) and that lasted 5 years with Diana sneaking him into Kensington Palace when Charles was away working. Many of her lovers were already married but Diana didn't care about their wives!!!

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

​@@jillosler9353yes, very hypocritical to cry about having an extra person in your marriage, when she was the 'other woman' in many other women's marriages!!!!

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

Harry should have stuck with the "grow your own girlfriend" it would have been much nicer!!!

[@partlycloudy3519]

Diana the perpetual victim 🙄 One thing Harry did was open my eyes to just how narcissistic & selfish Diana really was . Never accountable for her own poor behavior

[@lisica8458]

Exactly so. And the Saint Diana crowd always conjures up excuses for her behavior.

[@privatename4786]

I never realised how much she manipulated the media to turn against Charles. I believe her insecurities caused her to misinterpret or exaggerate certain situations

[@hotoneinspai]

100% true...Its was always someone else fault & her poor judgment never came into it.

[@factcheck5224]

Well said! So many people seem to cling to the myth of “Saint Diana”! Probably in a large part because she died so young. But one truth that Harry repeats is “I am my mother’s son.” Yes, he is! In all the wrong traits! Rather than sifting through her complex character as Prince William has, and chosen to follow through on the empathy and kindness she expressed, especially for the homeless ~ Harry has chosen to accentuate the drama, paranoia and blaming others for everything!

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

​@@privatename4786yes, she accused secretaries and nannies etc of having affairs with Charles, when all along it was only her hopping from bed to bed, Charles may have eventually gone back to Camillas arms, but at least he was faithful to the one he gave his heart to...the Queen and her mother should Never have stopped them marrying in the first place...they were right for each other and Camilla has proven to be a great wife for Charles and a good Queen, stepping up to the role when everyone was sick.

[@jilltagmorris]

Thanks Richard! Love this series ❤😊

[@AroundTheWorldWithEase]

Happy Christmas, Richard! The holiday decorations are so festive! As an American, I say add a Christmas tree next year.❤😊

[@DailyMailRoyals]

Happy Christmas to you to too! We'd liked to have got a tree this time around, hopefully we will have sorted it for next year!

[@joycekaminski1943]

Nice review of the Christmases at Sandringham

[@jackiehaynes5130]

Awesome as always !

[@marlajacobellis7684]

Royal Family’s beautiful Christmas ❤

[@johnking8724]

yea, great grand uncle david =`s "harri" & "megs"

[@GigiRulesTheRoost]

That was very sweet. Thank you

[@janiedillingham3190]

Oh man. Christmas 1992. Young Harry is walking along with his hands balled up into fists, biting his lower lip like he's furious! William may have had his hands balled up as well, but you can't really tell. Those two boys really went through hell during the divorce years. As all children do. Such a shame. Isn't it too bad we don't get "do-overs" in life?

[@RightStonedCowboy]

Vivid memories of my sister, mother and myself wrapping Christmas presents, the day after my father died. You have to move on and William has.

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

Yes, there's only the one life..and we can live it to our best, like William is.... or we can remain stagnant, steeping in our own self-pity, refusing to grow up or move on,... constantly blaming the world for everything, instead of accepting there is a greater power, that life (good and bad) happens, challenges us, and we have to deal with and make the most of our few short years on earth. Harry will be on his deathbed one day, and he will realise, he wasted his life and every opportunity given to him.

[@lindawoods7610]

Great show 👏 Merry Christmas 🎅

[@DailyMailRoyals]

Thanks Linda, Merry Christmas to you too!

[@andreamassey3701]

👏

[@factcheck5224]

For all the whining MM and Harry do about “unwanted attention” on her, they really have no excuse because she chose to marry into the BRF! If anyone deserves sympathy it is the Middleton family!! More “tabloid” photographers ambushed them just trying to go about their lives than MM ever had to contend with! I remember Pippa madly dashing to pull up the cover on the pram while out walking her first child, Arthur, in the park!

[@ginabird2322]

Althorp, not Althrop.

[@joolaloola3402]

It's pronounced Althrop, clever clogs.

[@ginabird2322]

I'm from Northampton so I should know how to pronounce it. 🤣

[@ginabird2322]

Ask Google it is definitely Althorp

[@pattyford5233]

Richard, love this!

[@Jade-c8i]

Movie on wall very distracting. Love the rest

[@carolemckay8870]

Good job Richard 🎉

[@glendaennis-hx1yo]

I enjoy your show

[@leighDrusllalyle2304]

Richard, shame on you! You a journalist and all, you should know that the correct address is “Sisters-in-law” and not “sister-in-laws” 🙄

[@nancy3853]

Except for the York’s Family!!!

[@Cooksongrl]

Crazy one yr to the next somehow Andrew was back last yr but this yr is out. Sounds like my fam on Thanksgiving

[@deeperunderstanding7495]

Sarah was never glamorous.

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

Agree, she was always rough around the edges, just because she hung with the royals because daddy was a general, and managed to pick up the posh accent, didn't mean she was ever refined or cultured....

[@wendieking4184]

I wonder why Andrew has such a look of distain on his face, walking *ahead of* his ex. Bizarre to see them out and I hope it’s a one of.

[@julia-nc6ox]

It is fascinating to see Princess Diana amongst the Royals. She was incredibly beautiful and Sarah in her younger days was also quite the knock out! I can see that it was very tough on King Charles at the time. I'm sure that he is one of those men who take ages to grow up emotionally and at the time probably handled the whole situation poorly. Too bad his second son received all those genes from his father and mother. I think Haz will realize one day what he has done to his family but...maybe not.

[@MsPomija]

Isn’t it sisters-in-law?

[@silviahoffman3021]

Richard, thank you for the trip on memory lane. The early ones, I watched and read all about as it was happening. This just hurts all over again for Diana, too young to be deceived/trapped like that. One can think Charles has very little to be proud of as husband and father those days. As always, the kids suffer, lucky William who survived, can't say the same about Harry. Time passes and heals some wounds, hopefully for many.

[@factcheck5224]

So many people seem to cling to the myth of “Saint Diana”! Probably in a large part because she died so young. But one truth that Harry repeats is “I am my mother’s son.” Yes, he is! In all the wrong traits! Rather than sifting through her complex character as Prince William has, and chosen to follow through on the empathy and kindness she expressed, especially for the homeless ~ Harry has chosen to accentuate the drama, paranoia and blaming others for everything! JMO

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

People seem to forget that she was Lady Diana. She mixed in those circles, she was never forced to marry, she Wanted to be a Princess and eventually a Queen. She used to go fishing and hunting and all sorts of things when Charles was courting her, but stopped doing all those activities as soon as they married. She played her own part...and even her own sad death was down to herself, she would have survived if she had simply worn her seatbelt, as the only survivor of the crash did!