A new year of royal events is upon us, and one thing the public looks forward to is seeing the members of the Royal Family gathered for traditional Buckingham Palace balcony appearances, such as during Trooping the Colour. And while 2025 marks a major anniversary for one historic event, several royal commentators think a full family moment is unlikely.
Speaking to Marie Claire, royal biographer Robert Hardman says a balcony appearance to honor the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II—which is coming up in May—probably isn't happening, and there's a good reason why.
