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Why Royals Skip Titles on Christmas Cards
10 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Princess Anne and husband signed their card 'Anne and Tim'.
- Middleton and William did not sign their Christmas card.
- Royals avoid signing autographs to prevent forgery risks.
Princess Anne and her husband, Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence, recently sent Christmas wishes with a personal touch, signing their card simply as 'Anne and Tim'. This follows a pattern observed among senior working royals who choose not to use their official titles on such greetings.
In a similar vein, Prince William and Kate Middleton's office released their Christmas card without any signatures, while King Charles and Queen Camilla's card also featured a printed greeting. This practice is reportedly a measure to mitigate the risk of forgery, a concern that has led some royals to avoid providing autographs.
While Princess Anne is known for her dedication to royal duties, her choice of signature is pragmatic. Princess Kate herself once stated she was "not allowed to write my signature." However, when signing official documents, royals like King Charles use their regnal signatures, such as 'Charles R'.
