Prince Andrew is being speculated to be on the path back into royal life after making a surprising appearance on Easter Sunday (April 20).

This marked the first time the 65-year-old Duke of York had been seen publicly since attending last year’s Easter service.

Prince Andrew makes unexpected appearance at Easter service

Although he is no longer an active working royal, Andrew joined other members of the royal family for the Easter church service. His former wife, Sarah Ferguson, was also in attendance. The two arrived in the same car as Princess Anne and her husband, Sir Timothy Laurence.

A body language expert commented on Andrew’s demeanor during the event, describing it as exuding “cocky arrogance.”

“Andrew’s body language signals were all about a kind of cocky arrogance here. With his jacket undone, he positioned himself in the gap in the middle of the group where he stood with his legs splayed in a pose of confidence,” Judi James told The Mirror.

“He evaporated back into the gloom of the porch once Charles arrived, but that also gave him the option of walking into the chapel close behind the king and queen, perhaps with Fergie, who seemed to have nipped to stand behind him.”

Prince Andrew expected to return to royal life

Now, there’s growing speculation that Andrew could eventually resume some form of public royal duties.

Speaking to The Sun, royal commentator and author Phil Dampier said, “It was very much a show of family unity. He’s not totally out in the cold, but I think it’s too early to say it’s any kind of comeback for him.”

However, Dampier suggested that Andrew’s return is likely only a matter of time.

“He’s not totally out in the cold,” he emphasized.