Princess Eugenie of York marked her birthday with a touching family event celebrating the birth of her son just weeks before. Most prominently, her mother, Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, sent her warmest congratulations via social media. Eugenie, the daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah Ferguson, leads a lovely life with her husband Jack Brooksbank. Together, they’re raising two adventurous, curious, slightly mischievous sons, August and Ernest. The family now divides their time between London and Portugal, a lifestyle that offers the welcome conjunction of public service and private life.
Eugenie’s mom, Sarah Ferguson, celebrated the momentous occasion with a beautiful tribute on Instagram.
"Wishing a wonderful birthday to my beloved daughter, @princesseugenie! It has been a joy to watch you grow into such an extraordinary person, full of kindness, wisdom and strength. Your generosity and warmth brighten the lives of so many, and I am endlessly proud of all that you do. With all my love on your special day. X." – Sarah, Duchess of York
Eugenie married Jack Brooksbank in October 2018 and loves spending time with her family. She is an active thinker about the ways that becoming a mom has changed her career. She’s said that the birth of her son August has helped clarify her motivations for being in the race.
"Since August came into my life, it's positively impacted my desire to do more." – Princess Eugenie
Eugenie with her younger brother, August Brooksbank, and older sister, Princess Beatrice. The family’s reclusive nature—as seen in their preferred home of Portugal, where they live under the radar—has generally kept them out of the spotlight. Eugenie in particular enjoys and takes pleasure in the simple pleasures of life there.
"This is why Portugal is the dream because I can go to the supermarket in my exercise gear and my hair piled on my head and not mind. Not care. No one cares." – Princess Eugenie
Eugenie and her family are very happy in Portugal, but they still make regular trips back to the UK. When they’re back in London, they live at their home there, Ivy Cottage. Jack Brooksbank is very much devoted and committed to his own business endeavors. At the same time, Eugenie is the primary caregiver to her extended family.
