Swedish Royals Host State Banquet, Princess Sofia Absent

Several members of the British and Swedish royal families recently made notable public appearances, while others were absent due to personal or academic reasons. The Swedish royal family hosted a state banquet for the President of Iceland, with Queen Silvia and her daughters wearing exquisite tiaras, though Princess Sofia was absent, having recently celebrated the King's birthday and welcomed her fourth child. In the UK, King Charles and Queen Camilla hosted the first of several garden parties at Buckingham Palace, an event that Princess Kate and Prince William notably missed, with a special garden party planned to honor educators. Lady Louise Windsor and James, Earl of Wessex, also missed the 80th anniversary VE Day celebrations due to academic commitments, reflecting their focus on studies over public events. Meanwhile, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle skipped the Met Gala, likely due to family commitments and other engagements, amid ongoing tensions with the royal family and recent legal setbacks. These events highlight the balance royal family members maintain between public duties, personal lives, and educational pursuits.