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Legendary British rock star Rod Stewart has turned down an invitation from Prince Harry to join him and his family on a lavish yacht vacation in Sardinia, opting instead to enjoy quality time with his own blended family. The 78-year-old singer, known for hits like "Maggie May" and "Do You Think I'm Sexy?" declined the royal invitation in favor of soaking up the sun on the stunning Mediterranean with his wife Penny Lancaster and six of his eight children.
The invitation came as Prince Harry, his wife Meghan Markle, and their two young children Archie and Lilibet were spotted enjoying the picturesque coastlines and crystal clear waters around the Italian island aboard a luxury yacht. It's reported that the Duke of Sussex personally reached out to Stewart in hopes the iconic musician would join them for at least part of their European getaway. However, Rod politely turned down the offer to spend the holiday with his own family.
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"Rod's got a lot of respect for the royal family but he's really enjoying this break with his own crew," a source close to Stewart told reporters. "He's been working hard all year and was looking forward to some quiet time with the missus and the kids. The idea of hanging out with Harry and Meghan as nice as they are just didn't appeal to him this time around."
Photos and videos circulating online show the Stewart clan basking in the Italian sun, swimming, and indulging in al fresco meals prepared by the yacht's private chef. Penny Lancaster, Stewart's wife of 16 years, shared several snapshots on Instagram capturing carefree moments of laughter and togetherness. "So grateful for this precious time together," she captioned one post of her and Rod curled up on the deck. Another image shows their two young sons Alistair, 17, and Aiden, 12 playing a game amid the serene Mediterranean backdrop.
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While surprising given his longstanding relationship with the British royal family, Stewart's decision does seem to align with his focus on prioritizing family in recent years. The singer was knighted by Prince William in 2016 for his contributions to music and charity work, and has performed at several royal events over the decades, including Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee celebrations earlier this year. However, it appears Stewart is content to cherish this vacation with his own blended family, which includes four children from past relationships - Kimberly, 43, Sean, 42, Ruby, 35, and Renee, 30.
"Rod's really made a point of prioritizing family time in recent years," the insider said. "He's been through a lot both professionally and personally, and he knows how precious these moments are. He's just happy to be soaking up the sun and making memories with the people he loves most."
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While the royal family continues their Sardinian yacht trip, Stewart and his clan are enjoying their own sun-drenched getaway. Fans have been delighted to see the legendary rocker relaxing and connecting with loved ones, a testament to his enduring legacy as not just a musical icon but a devoted family man. "It's so nice to see Rod and his family just living their best lives on that yacht," one fan commented on Lancaster's post. "He's earned this time to kick back and enjoy the simple pleasures in life. Good on him for putting family first."
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As the summer season winds down, it's clear both high-profile groups are making the most of their European vacations. While their paths didn't cross this time, future opportunities may arise for collaboration or joint adventures down the line. But for now, Rod Stewart is content to savor the memories he's making with his cherished wife and children aboard their Sardinian escape yacht, rebuffing any distractions that might pull him from this precious family time.
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