Princess Anne and Sir Timothy Laurence’s marriage in 1992 was a union that has, over the years, remained largely private but nonetheless significant in the royal family’s history. Sir Timothy, a retired Vice Admiral in the Royal Navy, became part of the royal fold through his marriage to Princess Anne. Although not a working royal, Sir Tim has long supported Princess Anne in her royal duties, standing by her side at various events and engagements. His quiet but steadfast presence has not gone unnoticed, and in 2023, King Charles personally invested Sir Tim with the Insignia of a Knight Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order, a high honor recognizing his years of service to the Royal Family.
Despite his non-working royal status, Sir Timothy has garnered considerable respect among royal fans, who believe he deserves more recognition for his dedication and support of the monarchy. One notable call for recognition has been the suggestion that Buckingham Palace create a dedicated page for Sir Tim on the Royal Family’s official website. This request comes amidst growing scrutiny over the inclusion of certain members on the site, such as Prince Andrew, whose past associations with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein have been widely criticized, and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who stepped down from their royal duties in 2020.
Royal fans have taken to social media, especially X (formerly Twitter), to voice their support for Sir Timothy’s inclusion on the website. Comments praising his work for the Royal Family include sentiments like: “Put Sir Timothy on the website!!!!! He deserves to be there” and “He does so much he should be represented.” The general consensus is clear: many believe that Sir Tim’s contributions to royal life—both through his personal support of Princess Anne and his own role behind the scenes—warrant greater recognition.
Sir Timothy is a well-liked member of the family, often seen attending major events such as Trooping the Colour, where his quiet dignity and support for Princess Anne are unmistakable. He is known to have a good relationship with all members of the Royal Family, particularly with King Charles, with whom he shares mutual respect. While he may not carry out official royal duties, Sir Tim’s influence and commitment to the royal household continue to be felt, even if his work is often behind the scenes.
For royal fans and even members of the public, the question of how Buckingham Palace acknowledges such contributions remains a topic of ongoing conversation. The call for Sir Timothy’s inclusion on the royal website reflects a broader desire for the Royal Family to recognize those who, though not in the limelight, continue to offer unwavering support to the monarchy. In the context of modern monarchy, it seems only fitting that figures like Sir Timothy, whose contributions and loyalty have stood the test of time, be given the recognition they deserve.
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