King Charles and Kate Middleton are both undergoing procedures in hospital.
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late Queen Elizabeth’s first cousin Prince Michael of Kent — shed some light on the 75-year-old sovereign’s habits.The “Two and a Half Men” star, 43, called Charles a “very dear friend” in a new interview with Tatler.“I spend a bit of time with him,” she shared. She explained that the former Prince of Wales often stays up late writing letters after the work day of carrying out royal engagements is done.The “Sanditon” actress continued: “You see how he works all day long, has a quick supper and then disappears until about 4 a.m.
to write letters. He cares about so many things, and he comes up with brilliant solutions.”She added that she’s “really good friends with all” members of the royal family, calling them “fun, clever, kind people” when they are “behind the camera.”Winkleman then gave some insight into the ones in the Firm whom she is the closest to, including Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, Zara Tindall, Princess Anne, Sarah Ferguson and Princess Margaret’s daughter Sarah Chatto.She is also a big fan of Prince William and Kate Middleton, however, “they’re so busy and don’t live in London, so I don’t see them much.” The couple currently live in Windsor.
King Charles and Kate Middleton are both undergoing procedures in hospital.
Kate Middleton has had abdominal surgery in London and won’t be seen in public for months.
A new official portrait has been unveiled of King Charles III, ready to hang in public buildings across the UK as part of a controversial £8 million Government-funded scheme. Charles, 75, is pictured in full regalia inside Windsor Castle wearing his Royal Navy uniform as an Admiral of the Fleet and an abundance of official medals and decorations.The monarch was captured last year by photographer Hugo Burnand, who also took the King and Queen Camilla's coronation portraits and their 2005 wedding photos.
Kate Middleton celebrated her 42nd birthday on Tuesday, 9 January surrounded by family and sweet treats made by her three young children. To mark the Princess of Wales's birthday, King Charles and Queen Camilla shared a stunning photo of their daughter-in-law that was taken behind the scenes at the Coronation last year.
Jeffrey Epstein document dump, and it seems as though there’s “not much” his brother, King Charles, can do about it.The royal family is now facing “unprecedented” pressure, according to a royal commentator, who says the monarch made a “mistake” by inviting the disgraced Duke of York to Sandringham for Christmas.“We’re only six days into it and the pressure on Prince Andrew and the royal family is now mounting to a level which is almost unprecedented,” royal expert and commentator Charles Rae told GB News.“We have a King who is now under great pressure to do something about Andrew. There is not much he can do.
stepping down as her county’s monarch, handing over the reigns to her son, Crown Prince Frederik. In the week since, many people have speculated that King Charles, 75, could soon do the same — but one expert said it’s simply not happening.
Jeffrey Epstein document dump, according to a report.The disgraced Duke of York has resided at the royal residence, located on the grounds of Windsor Castle, since 2004 after signing a 75-year lease agreement the year prior.The Royal Lodge previously belonged to the Queen Mother until her death in 2002. Andrew currently shares the 31-room Royal Lodge mansion in Windsor with his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson.But sources told the Daily Mail that the latest developments in the Epstein document unsealing could indeed “crystalize” King Charles’s determination to solve the “Andrew problem.”“When it comes to any public role for his brother, there is no way back,” an insider told the outlet.“There has always been an agreement that Andrew would be permitted to attend private and family events, as is his right.”“But not public or official ones.
Back in January 2020, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made the very public decision to step down as senior royals.The couple, who had married in a lavish ceremony only two years earlier, released a statement revealing that they intended to split their time between the UK and North America. "After many months of reflection and internal discussions, we have chosen to make a transition this year in starting to carve out a progressive new role within this institution," the couple shared.
Is Prince Andrew going to face any real consequences for his alleged participation in Jeffrey Epstein‘s underage sex trafficking ring? Well, probably not legal consequences, as there has not been a new investigation launched, even with the new allegations from the document dump.
revealed in her New Year’s speech on Dec. 31 that she would be stepping down on Jan.
Peep Show's Big Suze star, Sophie Winkleman, has spilled the beans about her royal in-laws, including King Charles. The 43 year old actress, who is also a member of the Royal Family and whose husband is 53rd in line to the throne, shared some insights which included how the late Queen Elizabeth helped her recover after a car crash. Speaking to Tatler, Sophie revealed King Charles is a "dear friend" and she spends "a bit of time with him".
The Mirror. However, the scribe believes Harry and Markle will make a more concerted effort with the King in 2024.
The Royal Family owns homes, castles and palaces all over the country with many of them being bought with private funds. While events such as Easter are spent at Windsor Castle, Christmas is typically enjoyed at the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk. Last year's festive period was a huge step forward for more reasons than one.
“Charles III: The Coronation Year,” which aired on Dec. 26, Elliot gave her take on the royal couple’s marriage, calling her sister the king’s “rock.”“She’s somebody who is completely loyal and she isn’t somebody who has huge highs and lows,” the Queen’s sister said.
The King has praised the “selfless army” of volunteers serving communities across the country in his Christmas broadcast.
public service Monday in a Christmas message that he connected to the health of the planet and wars that are raging.In a prerecorded video shot with him standing beside a Christmas tree in Buckingham Palace, the king spoke of the message of Jesus’ life in serving those less fortunate as he honored the “selfless army” that forms the “backbone of our society” helping others.“My heart has been warmed by countless examples of the imaginative ways in which people are caring for one another, going the extra mile to help those around them simply because they know it is the right thing to do,” he said.It was the king’s second Christmas speech since he ascended the throne after his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, died in September 2022, but the first since his coronation in May when he was officially crowned in a medieval ceremony rich in pageantry and pomp.Charles, who has long campaigned for environmental causes and recently told foreign leaders at the COP28 Climate Meeting that achieving climate goals remain “dreadfully far off track,” said he was encouraged to see awareness growing of the need to protect the earth.“To care for this creation is the responsibility owned by people of all faiths and of none,” he said. “We care for the earth for the sake of our children’s children.”In his own gesture towards sustainability, the evergreen next to him was bedecked in natural decorations made from wood, dried oranges, pinecones and paper.
With Christmas finally here, the royals are likely to be looking forward to their festive celebrations at Sandringham Estate. The Royal Family are known for their unique traditions at Christmas time, including opening presents the night before in line with the family's German roots and buying one another novelty gifts.
The King and the rest of the Royal Family are set to return to the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk this Christmas and will take part in many of the fun and unique traditions that they enjoy year in, year out. Among these quirks that set members of the Firm apart from many of us in the UK are how they open their presents on Christmas Eve and buy one another joke gifts.
Following Buckingham Palace's release of King Charles and Queen Camilla's Christmas card, you may be wondering exactly how many people it will be sent to all over the world. Unbelievably, the image will be delivered to more than 750 people around to world - including to foreign diplomats, international leaders, Heads of State, friends, family and members of staff.
The King will deliver the second Christmas message of his reign from a Buckingham Palace room decorated with a living Christmas tree. It is the first time a living tree has been used as part of the backdrop for Charles’ annual festive address to the nation and Commonwealth.