Peter Phillips, often considered the late Queen Elizabeth’s favorite grandchild, recently ended his relationship with his girlfriend, Lindsay Kelly, after it “ran its course.” Peter, the son of Princess Anne and Captain Mark Phillips, went through a divorce a few years ago with his then-wife, Autumn Phillips. The two had been together for nearly two decades before separating in 2019 and finalizing their divorce in 2021.
Lindsay and Peter first met as friends and reconnected in 2019. Lindsay attended the same school as Peter’s sister, Zara, and her father was an oil tycoon. Despite initially being friends, their relationship eventually ended amicably. Peter experienced his first major heartbreak with this breakup after his divorce from Autumn. Peter and Autumn met over 20 years ago at a Grand Prix event in Canada, where she didn’t initially realize his royal connections.
Autumn later moved to the UK, where she was welcomed into the royal family, forming close relationships with Zara and the late Queen Elizabeth. The couple got engaged in 2007 and married in 2008, leading an adventurous life that included moving to Hong Kong and welcoming two daughters. However, their marriage came to an end in 2019, resulting in a separation that was made official through a divorce in 2021. Throughout their split, both Peter and Autumn prioritized the well-being of their daughters above all else.
Despite confronting heartbreak in his previous marriage and current relationship, Peter remains productive outside royal duties. With no title and no official role in the royal family, Peter continues to navigate life as the eldest grandchild of Queen Elizabeth. The breakup with Lindsay adds to the challenges Peter has faced in recent years, yet he appears resilient and focused on moving forward positively. Peter’s experiences with both divorce and relationship struggles highlight the complexities of personal relationships, even within the royal family.
