Princess Beatrice’s Husband’s Ex Speaks Out After His Second Child’s Birth And She’s Not Holding Back
Princess Beatrice’s husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, recently welcomed a second child with the royal, but his ex-fiancée, Dara Huang, is now making headlines with a candid statement about single motherhood and financial independence.
Dara, a successful architect and entrepreneur, was in a relationship with Edoardo for three years before their split in 2018. The former couple shares an eight-year-old son, Christopher Woolf—affectionately known as Wolfie—who is now a stepbrother to Edoardo and Beatrice’s newborn daughter, Princess Athena.
Taking to Instagram, Dara shared a deeply personal message about the struggles she has faced as a single parent, hinting at the challenges of raising Wolfie while balancing her professional life.
“Why I’m a ‘global citizen’, love single moms, and appreciated my modest upbringing that converted into a strong work ethic,” she wrote. “I’ll be posting some more answers to questions later on this week and quite honestly they will probably get no likes, and I don’t really care.”
Her post continued with an empowering message, making it clear that she is not seeking validation or public approval. “I’m not trying to win a popularity contest,” she stated. “I just want to help young women who want to start businesses give confidence that they can do it and give some tips that I experienced when I went through a business, became a single Mom, and financially supported myself with no external help.”
Dara’s remarks have raised eyebrows, especially given the timing—just days after Edoardo and Beatrice publicly celebrated the birth of their baby girl. While she did not directly mention her ex or his new family, her emphasis on being a self-sufficient single mother has fueled speculation about lingering emotions surrounding her past relationship.
Royal watchers have long been fascinated by Dara and Edoardo’s history. The two were once engaged and seemed destined for marriage before their sudden split. Shortly after their breakup, Edoardo rekindled a long-standing friendship with Princess Beatrice, and their whirlwind romance led to a royal wedding in 2020.
Despite their complicated history, Dara has maintained a diplomatic stance when it comes to co-parenting Wolfie with Edoardo. In previous interviews, she has expressed gratitude for the way her son has been embraced by the royal family, with Beatrice publicly acknowledging her role as a “bonus mom” to him.
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However, her latest statement suggests that her journey as a single mother hasn’t always been easy. The fact that she highlights her financial independence and resilience could be interpreted as a subtle contrast to Edoardo’s life of luxury within royal circles.
Social media users were quick to react to Dara’s post, with some praising her for being an inspiring figure for women navigating business and motherhood alone. Others, however, speculated that her message carried an unspoken undertone regarding her past with Edoardo and his new life with Princess Beatrice.
Edoardo and Beatrice, meanwhile, have been basking in the joy of their daughter’s arrival. The couple has remained tight-lipped about Dara’s statement, choosing instead to focus on their growing family.
As the royal world watches, one thing is certain—Dara Huang’s voice remains strong, independent, and unapologetically honest. Whether her message was meant as a reflection on her past relationship or simply as an encouragement for other women, it has certainly stirred up conversation.
With more posts promised in the coming days, all eyes will be on Dara to see what she reveals next. Will she share more about her experience as a co-parent with a royal family member? Or will she continue to focus on her inspiring journey as a self-made businesswoman? Only time will tell.
