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More questions around Princess Charlene as Christmas approaches

As royal families around Europe begin the Christmas countdown, all eyes are on Monaco where the recent return of Princess Charlene has been followed by yet more questions.

The Royal Central team discuss Charlene’s situation and also debate how the Windsors will pass their festive season after a tough year.

And there’s a look ahead to some of the most sparkling festive traditions enjoyed by royals across the continent.

Join Lydia Starbuck, Brittani Barger, Kristin Contino and Jess Ilse for a rather regal Christmas countdown.

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About author

Lydia Starbuck is Jubilee and Associate Editor at Royal Central and the main producer and presenter of the Royal Central Podcast and Royal Central Extra. Lydia is also a pen name of June Woolerton who is a journalist and writer with over twenty years experience in TV, radio, print and online. Her latest book, A History of British Royal Jubilees, is out now. Her new book, The Mysterious Death of Katherine Parr, will be published in March 2024. June is an award winning reporter, producer and editor. She's appeared on outlets including BBC 5 Live, BBC Radio Ulster and BBC Local Radio and has also helped set up a commercial radio station. June is also an accomplished writer with a wide range of material published online and in print. She is the author of two novels, published as e-books. She is also a marriage registrar and ceremony celebrant.