Sealing the deal. Buckingham Palace released the first official portrait of King Charles III since his Saturday, May 6, coronation.
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Showing their support. Princess Kate’s parents, Carole and Michael Middleton, and sister, Pippa Middleton, were in attendance at King Charles III‘s coronation ceremony on Saturday, May 6.
The couple, who also share son James Middleton, arrived at the Abbey ahead of the royal event. Carole, 68, wore a cobalt blue ensemble while her husband, 73, wore a traditional morning suit. Pippa, 39, meanwhile, opted for a sunny yellow gown for the historical moment.
The Princess of Wales’ parents have previously honored the royal family by attending events over the years. In September 2022, the pair paid tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II at her funeral ceremony at Westminster Abbey. Carole and Michael arrived at the church two hours before the service was set to begin alongside Queen Camilla‘s son, Tom Parker Bowles.
At the time, Carole and Michael honored the longest-reigning sovereign in British history with a special message following her death. “RIP Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II,” the duo wrote via their Party Pieces company’s Instagram account. “We are deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty The Queen. For over 70 years she dedicated her life to service for the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth.”
Charles’ coronation comes six months after his mother’s funeral. The former Prince of Wales, 74, originally assumed his place as sovereign with an ascension ceremony immediately after his mother’s passing at age 96.
“The death of my beloved mother, Her Majesty The Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family,” he wrote in a statement. “We mourn profoundly the passing of a cherished Sovereign and a much-loved Mother. I know her
Sealing the deal. Buckingham Palace released the first official portrait of King Charles III since his Saturday, May 6, coronation.
King Charles III‘s official coronation portraits have been released!
A formal greeting. Princess Charlotte gave an adorable curtsey to her grandfather, King Charles III, during the Coronation Concert on Sunday, May 7.
McKinley Franklin editor The coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla drew over 14 million viewers to the BBC on Saturday, the network has announced. “The BBC brought people across the UK together to share a once in a generation event with over 14 million watching the King being crowned live,” Charlotte Moore, chief content officer for the BBC, said in a statement. “I’m proud of the unique and special role the BBC plays in delivering audiences moments of such huge historical significance and the celebrations continue with our Coronation Concert tonight.” Peak viewership of the coronation on BBC One was 13.4 million, while the accessible signed version of the coronation on BBC Two peaked at 1.7 million. Average audiences across the two networks were 11.9 million and 1.4 million, respectively. For reference, the population of the United Kingdom is 67.3 million.
King Charles III's Coronation is underway, and it has been the royal event many have been waiting in anticipation for - us included. The ceremony, which will see St Edward’s Crown placed on the 74-year-old British monarch's head, has been meticulously planned for months, and now the day has finally arrived. The momentous event will take place at London's Westminster Abbey on 6 May, with the official crowning ceremony due to take place at midday.
King Charles III put a modern sartorial spin on his coronation look.While much of the British monarch's coronation on Saturday inside Westminster Abbey complied with long-held tradition and protocol, Queen Elizabeth's firstborn son took some liberties with his wardrobe for the occasion — and they did not go unnoticed. Notably, the 74-year-old sovereign made the look his own by ditching the standout silk stockings and breeches worn by kings of the past, including his grandfather, King George VI. However, Charles' predecessors still appeared to influence his overall ensemble as he entered Westminster Abbey for the ceremony, sporting a crimson coronation tunic and cream overskirt reportedly inspired by those similarly worn by George V and George VI at their own coronations, according to .
A new era! King Charles III’s official coronation has concluded with members of the royal family greeting the public from the Buckingham Palace balcony.
coronation service for his father King Charles III, 74, and is en route to the airport.The Duke of Sussex will make it home to California in time for son Archie’s 4th birthday party, the source added.Harry — who looked sad and lonely at the ceremony — spent less than 24 hours in the UK, arriving on a commercial flight Friday evening.He spent the night at Frogmore Cottage, despite being kicked out earlier this year by Charles so the home could go to his own brother, Prince Andrew.The duke arrived to King Charles’ coronation at Westminster Abbey solo, sans wife Meghan Markle, 41. This was the first time he has seen his father since he released his bombshell memoir, “Spare,” in January.Harry arrived with his cousins, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie.
Prince Harry and his uncle Prince Andrew put aside their personal royal dramas to attend the coronation of King Charles III and his wife Queen Camilla. The Duke of Sussex was all smiles as he chatted with his cousin Princess Beatrice and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi before walking into Westminster Abbey on Saturday in London.The 38-year-old sat in the third row next to another cousin, a heavily pregnant Princess Eugenie, and her husband Jack Brooksbank. The 38-year-old’s wife, Meghan Markle, was noticeably absent from the ceremony.The Duchess of Sussex stayed behind in the couple’s home in California with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
Taking in the moment. Princess Kate showed her father-in-law, King Charles III, a subtle sign of respect during the coronation.
Catching up. Prince Harry and Princess Anne chatted while in attendance at King Charles III‘s coronation in London on Saturday, May 6.
Kate Middleton and Princess Charlotte made a stunning mother-daughter duo at the coronation of King Charles III on Saturday. Both Kate and daughter Charlotte, 8, wore Alexander McQueen to the ceremony, the same designer who created Kate's wedding dress in 2011. The duo also boasted coordinating headdresses. Kate, the Princess of Wales, wore an Alexander McQueen dress in ivory silk crepe with silver bullion and thread work embroidery featuring rose, thistle, daffodil and shamrock motifs, to signify the four nations in Great Britain.
King Charles's coronation, including foreign royals, world leaders and more. Prince Albert and Princess Charlene of Monaco were among the first royals to confirm their attendance for the historic occasion in London. The couple will be joined by a number of royals from households from around the world, including King Carl XVI Gustaf and Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, and King Felipe and Queen Letizia.
A truly A-list event. Celebrities including Lionel Richie and Jill Biden attended King Charles III‘s coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey in London on Saturday, May 6.
Prince George just made history! The second in line to the British throne became the youngest future king to have a role in coronation when he served as a page at his grandfather, King Charles III‘s, crowing ceremony on Saturday.
Playing his part. Prince George looked all grown up as he participated in the coronation of grandfather King Charles III on Saturday, May 6.
A family affair! King Charles III received an outpouring of support from his royal relatives — including all three of his siblings — during his coronation on Saturday, May 6.
Prince George just made history! The second in line to the British throne became the youngest future king to have a role in coronation when he served as a page at his grandfather, King Charles III's, crowing ceremony on Saturday.The 9-year-old future monarch was spotted behind his grandfather as he stepped out of the carriage and made his way into the Nave of Westminster Abbey for his historic coronation. George looked all grown up as he wore a red overcoat and walked behind his grandfather, holding the tail end of the train of his coat. George was joined by fellow pages Lord Oliver Cholmondeley, Master Nicholas Barclay and Master Ralph Tollemache, who each walked behind the king holding portions of his robe.Meanwhile, Camilla Parker Bowles's pages of honor were her grandsons, Master Gus and Master Louis Lopes and Master Freddy Parker Bowles, and great-nephew, Master Arthur Elliot, who all made their first public debut as they held onto the extended train of her royal robe as she made her way inside . Ahead of George's big day, a spokesperson for Kensington Palace told ET, «We're all very excited about Prince George's role in the coronation,» the spokesperson said.
Flying solo. Prince Harry returned to the United Kingdom for the coronation of his father, King Charles III, but he did so without wife Meghan Markle.
Prince Harry has landed in the United Kingdom ahead of his father King Charles III's coronation Saturday, Fox News Digital confirmed. A spokesperson for Harry and wife Meghan Markle's Archewell organization said the 38-year-old Duke of Sussex arrived Friday morning.