Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 6, 2025 · Entertainment

Royal Buzz: Princess Margaret's Grandson Samuel Chatto Sparks Engagement Rumours!

Samuel Chatto, son of Margaret's only daughter Lady Sarah Chatto, 61, brought his girlfriend Eleanor Ekserdjian to the Mey Highland Games in Caithness, Scotland, over the weekend

ROYAL ROMANCE HEATS UP!

In a whirlwind romance that's got everyone talking, Princess Margaret's grandson Samuel Chatto, 28, has been spotted with his stunning girlfriend Eleanor Ekserdjian, 28, at a high-profile event alongside King Charles! The young couple's appearances together have sparked rumors of an impending engagement, and we can't help but wonder what the future holds for this talented duo.

Samuel, a ceramicist and University of Edinburgh graduate, has been dating Eleanor, an abstract painter and film artist, for several years. The pair met while studying at the Royal Drawing School in London, and it's clear they share a deep connection - both creatively and personally. In 2021, Eleanor revealed to The Scholarly Note that she and Sam were "a couple," but it wasn't until 2022 that they made their first public appearance together.

King Charles waves at fans at the Highland games as Eleanor is seen chatting with guests in the background

Since then, the young lovers have been inseparable, attending events like London Fashion Week, where Eleanor's artwork was showcased on the runway. We caught a glimpse of them at the Mey Highland Games in Caithness, Scotland, over the weekend, with King Charles by their side. Talk about royalty-approved!

Eleanor's artistic talents are undeniable - she's had her work featured in private collections and has completed residencies at prestigious galleries like Hauser & Wirth in Braemar and Sokyo Gallery in Kyoto, Japan. Her father, renowned art historian Professor David Ekserdjian, is no doubt proud of his talented daughter.

Samuel, on the other hand, comes from a long line of creatives - his grandfather was the famous photographer Lord Snowdon, and his mother, Lady Sarah Chatto (nee Armstrong-Jones), often submits her artworks for the Royal Academy's summer exhibition. No wonder Samuel's ceramic pieces have been exhibited in Somerset at Hauser & Wirth, the gallery of which his cousin, Princess Eugenie, is associate director!

Sam and Eleanor enjoyed the event alongside Sam's mother, Lady Sarah,  Princess Margaret's only daughter. She sat behind the king to watch the games

But it's not just their artistic talents that make this couple special - they're also each other's biggest supporters. We spotted Sam gushing over Eleanor's work on Instagram, praising her skills as an artist and thanking her for being his "artistic muse." Aww!

Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, is clearly a fan of the pair, too. Just last summer, she took to Instagram to praise their talents, urging her followers to check out their artwork at The Redfern Gallery.

So, are we witnessing a royal romance for the ages? With King Charles's blessing and the couple's undeniable chemistry, it wouldn't surprise us if Samuel and Eleanor tie the knot soon. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting love story!

In 2021, Eleanor confirmed her relationship with Sam to the Diary Editor of the Daily Mail, Richard Eden, simply stating, 'We are a couple'

In related news, Eleanor's recent project explored "cultural memory through landscape," focusing on the West Asian country of Armenia. She even created a live performance drawing from the film she shot during her six-week artist residency there. Talk about a unique and creative experience!

Samuel, who was left heartbroken when he split up with his first serious girlfriend during the Covid lockdowns, seems to have found love again in Eleanor. He's been spotted at high-profile events like Buckingham Palace for the State Banquet in honor of the emperor and empress of Japan.

We can't help but wonder what the future holds for this talented couple. Will they continue to support each other's artistic endeavors? Will King Charles give his blessing for a royal wedding? Stay tuned for more updates on this fascinating love story!

Their most appearance at the Highland games has further fuelled the engagement rumours that were first stirred up after Eleanor attended the regal Norfolk festivities on Christmas Day last year

As we await news of an engagement, one thing is clear: Samuel Chatto and Eleanor Ekserdjian are a match made in heaven - both creatively and personally. With their passion for art, support for each other's talents, and royal connections, they're an inspiration to us all.

So, what do you think? Are we witnessing a royal romance for the ages? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!

Last Christmas, Eleanor was at Sandringham Castle alongside Sam's royal relatives. The event is not traditionally attended by partners of royal family members who are not yet married or engaged

Both Eleanor, a 'painter and film artist' and Sam, a ceramicist, are graduates of the University of Edinburgh and studied at the Royal Drawing School in London

Eleanor revealed to Eden that Sam had become her artistic muse, and included a sketch of him, entitled 'SAM', in a small collection of her works, once displayed at an exhibition at London's Gallery at Green & Stone

Lady Sarah Chatto and Daniel Chatto pictured with Sam and Eleanor at an event in London in 2022

Eleanor has had her pieces held in several private collections, including the Redfern Gallery in London. Her father is renowned art historian, Professor David Ekserdjian

Eton-educated Sam comes from an arty family himself: his mother often submits her artworks for the Royal Academy's summer exhibition, and his father is the actor-turned-artist Daniel Chatto. His grandfather was renowned photographer Lord Snowdon