Princess Anne seems to have found her formula for limitless stamina as she abstains from alcohol completely.
From charity galas to sporting events and official engagements, the Princess Royal is rarely seen with a drink in hand.
Anne’s all-out lifestyle mirrors that of her younger brother, Andrew, who has also publicly confirmed that he avoids alcohol, citing that he “doesn’t have the head for it.”
The royal siblings stand out in a family where the occasional indulgence is not uncommon.
Queen Elizabeth reportedly enjoyed a Dubonnet and gin cocktail passed down from her mother, while other family members have admitted drinking to calm nerves amid the pressures of public life.
Captain Sir Nicholas Wright RN, Anne’s former private secretary, revealed in ITV’s Anne: The Princess Royal at 70 years old documentary that he was “very jealous” of the princess’ alcohol-free approach.
It’s a lifestyle choice that may help explain her extraordinary energy on multiple weekly engagements, navigating complex schedules and high-profile events without missing a beat.
Even in the modern royal generation, the coping strategies are different.
Prince Harry has openly discussed turning to alcohol and other drugs to cope with the mental strain of life,
He described a period when he felt “all over the place mentally” and was willing to try anything to get better.
