Another royal divorce is upon us: Earl and Countess of Snowdon

In another blow to Queen Elizabeth II, her nephew Earl of Snowdon has announced his royal divorce. The royal divorce is a shock to many because the Earl and Countess of Snowdon have been married for 26 years.

By mporter on February 18, 2020

LONDON, ENGLAND – APRIL 07: Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II speaks to (L-R) Serena Armstrong-Jones, David Armstrong-Jones and Margarita Armstrong-Jones as they leave a Service of Thanksgiving for the life and work of Lord Snowdon at Westminster Abbey on April 7, 2017 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Justin Tallis – WPA Pool /Getty Images)

By: Madeleine Porter

In another blow to Queen Elizabeth II, her nephew Earl of Snowdon has announced his royal divorce. The royal divorce is a shock to many because the Earl and Countess of Snowdon have been married for 26 years.

Announced in a statement issued by the couple, they said they have “amicably agreed” to royally divorce. After more than 25 years and two children together they have agreed it is time to go their separate ways.

The couple has asked for the press and public to respect their privacy and that of their families through their royal divorce. David Armstrong-Jones, who is the 21st in line to the royal throne, founded his own company making bespoke furniture in 1985. He has written a few books about furniture and styling within the home.

The news comes just days after the Queen’s eldest grandson, Peter Phillips, and his wife Autumn announced they were also splitting up.

Last week, Peter Phillips confirmed in a statement that they had separated and will share custody of their children Savannah and Isla. The couple told the Queen and the royal family members about their decision last year.