Princess Beatrice opens up on her 'big fight' with Princess Eugenie

Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice on their relationship with their mother.

Svar Nanan-Sen

By Svar Nanan-Sen


Published: 15/05/2025

- 12:02

The sisters fought over a pair of shoes before the Duchess of York intervened

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie have shared childhood memories during an appearance on Cressida Bonas's podcast 'Lessons From Our Mothers'.

The siblings opened up about family dynamics and maternal influence, revealing details of a memorable childhood disagreement and how their mother helped shape their relationship.


The princesses also discussed significant moments from their youth that left lasting impressions.

During their podcast appearance, the royal sisters reminisced about a "silly childhood fight" over a pair of pink Converse trainers.

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie have shared childhood memories during an appearance on Cressida Bonas's podcast 'Lessons From Our Mothers'.

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The dispute was described by Beatrice, 36, as a "big fight" regarding ownership of the footwear.

Their mother stepped in to encourage reconciliation between the siblings, demonstrating her parenting approach to conflict resolution.

"It was a big one," Beatrice said. "And mum just jumped into that fight and was like, 'Come on, you can do it!'"

She explained that while the "forced collaboration" was initially annoying, it taught them valuable lessons.

Princess Beatrice

The dispute was described by Beatrice, 36, as a "big fight" regarding ownership of the footwear.

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"This sense that it's OK to feel, it's OK to push on those emotions, but you have to figure out what the resolution looks like as well. So she was very resolution-driven."

Elsewhere in the podcast, Princess Eugenie shared a touching memory of her mother's unwavering support during her childhood health challenges.

"I had scoliosis when I was younger," Eugenie said. "I had a big operation when I was 12. My mum basically moved into the hospital with me and was there every waking hour."

Princess Eugenie

Princess Eugenie shared a touching memory of her mother's unwavering support during her childhood health challenges

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She recalled how her mother remained constantly by her side during difficult moments.

"And she used to be so proud of me and my scar and what I'd been through, that if people were ever talking about it, she would turn me around and she would show them my scar," Eugenie continued.

The mother-of-two explained that as a young girl, she felt "terrified" and "ashamed" of her scar.

"I was so young," she added, reflecting on how her mother's pride helped her overcome these feelings.