Rebecca Russell

London

Deputy Royal Editor at Daily Express

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Articles

Have your say on whether Prince Harry should change his surname to Spencer

3 days ago | express.co.uk | Lauren Welch |Rebecca Russell

POLL: Should Prince Harry change his surname to Spencer? It has been claimed that Prince Harry approached his uncle about changing his family's surname to Spencer.
Rules surrounding Prince Harry's surname as he weighs up ditching royal ties

3 days ago | express.co.uk | Rebecca Russell

Prince Harry reportedly approached his uncle about changing his last name to Spencer (Image: Getty)According to sources, a move such as this would mean that his children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, would also lose their existing surname of Mountbatten-Windsor. Harry is thought to have discussed the issue with his uncle and "actively explored ways" to make the change during a previous unspecified visit to the UK.
Little-known royal who will have major title one day - with one big catch

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Lauren Welch |Rebecca Russell

Little-known royal who will have major title one day - with one big catchThis member of the family is celebrating her 68th birthday today.
Royal issues emotional new statement - ‘the UK doesn’t care about children'

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Rebecca Russell

Sophie has spoken several times on the topic (Image: Getty)Sophie Winkleman may be most recognisable for her countless film and TV roles, but she has also become an important advocate for a very timely cause since she joined the Royal Family. The actress, who has had roles in shows such as Two and a Half Men, Peep Show, and This is Going to Hurt, has often spoken out on the dangers screens pose to young children.
Princess Anne meets emergency responders in Liverpool following tragedy

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Rebecca Russell

Princess Anne meets emergency responders in Liverpool following tragedyThe Princess Royal has travelled to Liverpool.
Rarely seen royal reveals diagnosis she's 'struggled with quietly'

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Rebecca Russell

Rarely seen royal reveals surprising diagnosis she's 'struggled with quietly'The royal is the granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II's first cousin, Princess Alexandra. By Rebecca Russell, Deputy Royal Editor 11:36, Tue, May 27, 2025 | UPDATED: 11:45, Tue, May 27, 2025 Share Article Bookmark Flora Vesterberg spoke of her diagnosis (Image: Getty)Princess Alexandra's granddaughter, Flora Vesterberg, made the candid announcement that she has been diagnosed with autism at the age of 30.
Meghan Markle sends subtle dig to late Queen - 'don't ask anyone's opinion'

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Rebecca Russell |Lauren Welch

Meghan Markle sends subtle dig to late Queen – 'don't ask anyone's opinion'The Duchess of Sussex appeared in the final episode of her Confessions of a Female Founder podcast on Tuesday morning.
Meghan Markle 'wanted to be a global superstar with an HRH title'

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Jasmine W. Carey |Rebecca Russell

Meghan Markle 'wanted to be a global superstar with an HRH title'The Duchess of Sussex has been in the spotlight a number of times since quitting royal life in 2020. Meghan Markle wants to be a 'superstar', an expert has claimed (Image: Craig Barritt/Getty Images for TIME)Since quitting royal life in 2020, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have not had the life away from the public spotlight that they initially suggested they wanted.
King Charles 'supportive' of solving one of the biggest royal mysteries

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Hanisha Sethi |Rebecca Russell

King Charles 'supportive' of solving one of the biggest royal mysteriesKing Charles is said to be behind solving the disappearance of two young royal brothers, Edward V and the Duke of York in the 15th century. Share Article Bookmark King Charles could help solve an old mystery (Image: GETTY)The mystery of the Princes in the Tower has captivated historians, writers, and the public for centuries.
King Charles's incredible castle which was bought for less than £100

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Jasmine W. Carey |Rebecca Russell

King Charles's incredible castle which was bought for less than £100The monarch has an incredible castle which not many royal fans know about. King Charles has another Scottish castle other than Balmoral (Image: Jonathan Brady - WPA Pool/Getty Images)This is because the family also own another castle in Scotland that would be used for short stays rather than permanent residence. However, this is not a castle that has been in the family for centuries.