Despite being 10th in line for the British throne, Beatrice holds the top spot in Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi’s heart. The granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth and the firstborn of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, Beatrice, began publicly dating Edoardo, a wealthy property tycoon, in March 2019.
However, rumors of their romance had started circulating in November 2018. The couple had to postpone their wedding due to the COVID-19 pandemic but eventually the knot in a small ceremony in July 2020.
Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli in a romantic relationship
In September 2021, Beatrice and Edoardo welcomed their first daughter, Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Mozzi, into the world. Beatrice is also a loving stepmother to Edoardo’s son, Christopher “Wolfie” Woolf, from a previous relationship. With news of their second child expected, announced in October 2024, the family continues to grow.
From delays to building their family, here are the highlights of Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi’s relationship.
November 2018 marked the beginning of public speculation regarding Beatrice and Edoardo’s relationship. At the time, a source mentioned Edoardo had been friends with Beatrice’s family for years, debunking the notion that they were newly introduced.
The pair made their red carpet debut on March 12, 2019, at the Portrait Gala in the National Portrait Gallery, alongside Kate Middleton. This marked Beatrice’s first public appearance with a new partner since her 2016 breakup with Dave Clark.
Just days later, on March 18, 2019, the couple were photographed walking hand-in-hand in New York City, wearing matching blue and gray outfits. Both looked cheerful, with Edoardo even giving the paparazzi a thumbs-up.
On March 31, 2019, Beatrice brought Edoardo along on a family trip to the Bahrain Grand Prix, joining her parents for the VIP Day event. The group cheered for Lewis Hamilton and mingled with champion jockey Frankie Dettori.
By May 31, 2019, the couple enjoyed a casual double date in London with Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank. Beatrice was seen holding hands with both Edoardo and her sister as they strolled through Notting Hill.
Later, on August 31, 2019, the duo attended Ellie Goulding’s wedding to Caspar Jopling. Beatrice dazzled in a green dress while Edoardo matched her style in a sharp three-piece suit.
In early September 2019, Edoardo proposed to Beatrice during a trip to Italy, just before attending Misha Nonoo’s wedding. Buckingham Palace officially announced their engagement later that month, expressing the couple’s excitement to begin their new journey together.
By October 2019, sources shared insights about Beatrice’s relationship with Edoardo’s son, describing her as a wonderful stepmother. Beatrice had embraced Christopher as part of their family from the start, and sources described Edoardo as a deeply committed father.
On December 18, 2019, the couple hosted a glamorous engagement party in London, attended by friends and family, including celebrities like Ellie Goulding and Pippa Middleton. Guests spoke of the couple’s joy and the pre-Christmas excitement in the air.
For Christmas that same year, Edoardo accompanied Beatrice to the royal family’s traditional church service, marking his first royal Christmas appearance. It was also the debut of Prince George and Princess Charlotte at the same event.
In February 2020, wedding plans were confirmed, with the couple intending to marry on May 29 in a low-key ceremony. Princess Eugenie expressed her excitement about her sister’s upcoming nuptials.
However, by April 2020, the couple had to cancel their wedding due to the pandemic. No alternative arrangements were made, and their focus remained on keeping everyone safe.
Finally, on July 17, 2020, Beatrice and Edoardo exchanged vows in a private ceremony at Windsor Chapel. The intimate event was attended by only 20 close family members, including the Queen and Prince Philip.
The following day, the couple shared stunning wedding photos, with Beatrice donning a vintage gown borrowed from Queen Elizabeth and the Queen Mary tiara. These pieces held sentimental value, underscoring the close bond between Beatrice and her grandmother.
On July 28, 2020, Edoardo shared a special wedding moment on Instagram, posting the poem “I Carry Your Heart with Me” by e.e. cummings, read by his mother during the ceremony. The newlyweds enjoyed a brief honeymoon in France, with plans for a more extended trip in August.
Later that year, in October 2020, Beatrice expressed gratitude to those who sent wedding well-wishes, posting on Twitter about her excitement for this new chapter in her life. She also shared her joy at wearing her grandmother’s wedding dress, which was displayed at Windsor Castle for the public to admire.
In March 2021, Beatrice spoke about the importance of reading with her stepson, Wolfie, during the lockdown. She shared that revisiting favorite bedtime stories had been a cherished bonding experience for them.
In May 2021, Beatrice and Edoardo announced they were expecting their first child, with Buckingham Palace revealing the news and sharing the joy felt by both families.
By July 17, 2021, Edoardo celebrated their first wedding anniversary with a heartfelt Instagram post, expressing his love and appreciation for Beatrice.
Two months later, in September 2021, Beatrice and Edoardo welcomed their daughter Sienna, born on September 18. Sharing the news on social media, Beatrice thanked the hospital staff for their care and support.
