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Princess Beatrice Is Engaged to Property Tycoon Boyfriend Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi

By Joe Akins

Sep 26, 2019

02:23 P.M.

The Royal Family have a new couple waiting in the wings after Princess Beatrice of York's engagement with her boyfriend, Edoardo Mozzi.

Enthusiasts of the British Monarchy are in for another Royal Wedding with the engagement of Princess Beatrice.

The Instagram account of The Royal Family announced her engagement to boyfriend Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi via a statement on Instagram, with the wedding set to take place next year.

THE ROYAL FAMILY'S POST ON INSTAGRAM

The news was announced on Thursday. The post had two beautiful photos of the newly engaged couple in a sweet embrace, all smiles with the Princess's diamond ring very much visible.

The caption to the post contained a statement which said that the Duke and Duchess of York, Prince Andrew, and Princess Sarah were happy to announce their daughter's engagement to Edoardo.

It further revealed that the engagement held earlier in the month in Italy and the wedding will be held in 2020. It also added that the photographs used in the post were taken by Princess Beatrice's sister, Princess Eugenie in Italy.

Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi seen on a night out at Annabel's | Photo: Getty Images

The caption ended with a remark by the couple, who expressed their delight at sharing the news and are looking forward to getting married. The couple said:

"We are extremely happy to be able to share the news of our recent engagement. We are both so excited to be embarking on this life adventure together and can't wait to be married."

A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE COUPLE'S RELATIONSHIP

Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mozzi began dating in 2018, but have been long-time friends.

According to sources, their relationship blossomed very quickly, as they enjoyed a stirring romance leading to their engagement.

Princess Beatrice of York and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi attend the Lenny Kravitz & Dom Perignon 'Assemblage' exhibition | Photo: Getty Images

WHO IS EDOARDO MAPELLI MOZZI?

Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, who is also referred to as Edo is a billionaire real estate developer. He is Italian and has a two-year-old son from a previous relationship. Edoardo is the founder of Banda which helps its clients to find luxurious homes.

Congratulations Princess Beatrice and Edoardo! The wedding countdown has begun.