Is there any truth to the rumor, though, or is it more royal gossip?

Some think that Queen Elizabeth is holding out until her 95th birthday, which is in 18 months.

According toThe Sun,her husband, Prince Philip, withdrew from the public at that age.

Queen Elizabeth

In 2016, she completed 332 public engagements.

In 2018, that number was down to 283, while Prince Charles completed 507.

Buckingham Palace has been quick to shoot down the rumor, though.

Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip

We are talking regency not an abdication."

Jobson added, “The most important thing is to maintain the strength and integrity of the institution.

Queen Elizabeth and Prince Charles