Kate 'wasn't prepared to stand by' and let the Sussexes destroy the Royal Family's reputation

Balmoral in the Scottish Highlands is always a magnet for the royals each August as the extended family gather for their annual staycation. But this year’s get-together will be tinged with sadness – not only is it the first year without Queen Elizabeth II hosting, but it’s where she passed away, just 11 months ago, on 8 September. Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond tells OK! that although “it will be especially poignant” she believes that it’s “important for the family to be together at the Castle ahead of the first anniversary of the Queen’s death”.

she can’t rib the royal.Kate Middleton, 41, has some cheeky nicknames for Prince William, 41, according to one royal source, including one endearing moniker for his smooth head — “baldy.”Tom Quinn, who is the author of the February 2023 book “Gilded Youth: An Intimate History of Growing Up in the Royal Family,” claimed that he was told by palace staff that the Prince and Princess have pet names for each other, just “like all couples,” according to The Mirror. The author reported that Middleton calls William “babe,” but also has some sassy names for her husband, like “Big Willy” and “baldy.”These comebacks were apparently concocted after the “nudge” that the late Queen Elizabeth II used to tell Middleton, which was that she “didn’t have a full-time career” before getting married to her husband.

Fairytale royal weddings don’t happen very often, but when they do there's a touch of magic in the air. Even though 2011 will always be remembered as the year that the Prince and Princess of Wales tied the knot at Westminster Abbey, it was also when Zara and Mike Tindall married after eight years together.

Whether they are mingling with A-listers on the red carpet, sharing family snaps or campaigning for causes they feel passionately about, the Prince and Princess of Wales have undoubtedly become the nation’s golden couple. In this special edition of OK!, the magazine explores how the dynamic duo have carved out a bold new relevancy in all kinds of ways: through their hobbies and interests, their parenting techniques and unwavering commitment to family life – and of course, through their efforts to honour the legacy of the late Queen.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Following on from claims that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's request to "fly back to the US with President Biden on Air Force One" after attending Queen Elizabeth's funeral was denied, a Royal expert has said the couple were oblivious to the "sensitivities of the situation." The Duke and Duchess, who stepped back as working members of the Royal Family in 2020, wanted to fly back on the famous plane, but supposedly had their request denied by the White House over fears it could harm relations with the Royal Family. Now, former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond has said the former royal couple have a "deluded idea of their status on the world stage" and were "insensitive" to put the Presidential couple in that position.

White sneakers are everywhere this summer and we love Meghan Markle’s fave, the popular Veja sneakers. Right now, there are tons of stylish options from Veja to shop at Nordstrom, Zappos and Gilt.

Key members of the royal family are gearing up for two years of worldwide tours in a bid "to keep Commonwealth intact" in a "soft democracy" blitz. While they will be aided by the Prince and Princess of Wales, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh and the Princess Royal, is understood that the King and Queen will prioritise visits to key nations such as Australia, New Zealand and a number of Commonwealth realms in the Caribbean.

Kate Middleton has been described as 'tougher' than she lets on, with one royal expert claiming she is playing the 'long game'. Valentine Low recently revealed that the Princess of Wales was 'a lot more steely' behind the scenes, despite appearing quite demure and quiet in public.

The King and Queen, as well as other senior members of the Royal Family including the Prince and Princess of Wales, are said to be readying themselves for two years of worldwide tours in a bid "to keep Commonwealth intact", in a "soft democracy" blitz. While it is understood that the monarch will prioritise visits to key nations such as Australia, New Zealand and a number of Commonwealth realms in the Caribbean, there are a number of countries that will also be high on the agenda such as India, Pakistan and Bangladesh.

It seems like only yesterday Prince George was introduced to the world. Swaddled in his mother’s arms as she posed on the steps of the Lindo Wing of St Mary’s Hospital, London, just one day after he was born, the newest member of the royal family had no inkling of the future that lay ahead. His life had been prescribed from the moment he was born – destined to one day be King.

With the countdown to Prince George's milestone 10th birthday on, there are a number of ways that the Prince and Princess of Wales have carved their own path when it comes to raising their three children. From being thoroughly hands-on parents to taking the royal youngsters out on day trips, Prince William and Kate relish in being able to protect their children's privacy.The normal rules that govern life at home for Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis must be especially felt when there is a birthday to celebrate.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Prince George and Princess Charlotte joined their parents Prince William and Kate Middleton on the last day of the Wimbledon tournament on Sunday, but did they break previous Wimbledon rules? The young royals eagerly watched the men’s final, which proved to be an exciting match between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic, however, it had been widely reported that children are not allowed to sit in the royal box. Over 20 years ago, the Duchess of Kent, Katharine, discovered this rule when she made a kind gesture and asked the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club (AELTC) if she could invite the 12-year-old son of one of her friends at the time into the royal box.

Prince George and Princess Charlotte couldn't contain their excitement while attending the men's final at Wimbledon with their parents, Prince William and Kate Middleton, on Sunday at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London, England. The almost 10-year-old second in line to the British royal throne and his 8-year-old sister were spotted screaming and cheering in the stands while watching the match between Carlos Alcatraz and Novak Djokovic. All focus was on the young royals, with George in a navy suit and tie to match his dad, who was sporting a tan suit. As for Charlotte, she sported a blue-and-white printed dress with a white cardigan and shades while seated next to her mom. The siblings weren't joined by their younger brother, Prince Louis, who is known for his hilarious facial expressions at public events.

Wimbledon was the place to be for celebrities this weekend, and Kate Middleton and the royal family were the stars of the show. The Princess of Wales wore a green Roland Mouret dress, according to People, for the event.  The outlet also noted she accessorized with a bow pin in dark green and purple, the color of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, a royal patronage she received from Queen Elizabeth II in 2016.

Being a royal family member certainly has its perks. Prince William and Kate Middleton on Friday took all three of their children — Prince George, 9; Princess Charlotte, 8; and Prince Louis, 5 — on a royal outing to a Royal Air Force station.The royals got the chance to look at the insides and outsides of a variety of planes as preparations are being made for this weekend's Royal International Air Tattoo show, the world's largest military air show. The mood seemed to be a mix of excitement and deference as the family also explored the exact C-17 transporter aircraft that flew the body of Queen Elizabeth from Edinburgh — which is near Balmoral Castle, where she passed away last year — back to London.

Prince William and Kate Middleton, along with Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, toured the Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford, in Fairford, England, visiting with the troops and touring some of the planes, including a C-17.The royal family examined some of the inner workings of the plane, viewed diagrams about the aircrafts — one of which seemed to be about the C-17 Globemaster III, which was responsible for transporting Queen Elizabeth II's coffin — and Prince George even got to raise and lower the plane's ramp!The Prince and Princess of Wales have a strong relationship with the RAF. In April 2008, William graduated from Royal Air Force College Cranwell, and later joined the RAF Search and Rescue Force in early 2009, serving for over three years. These days, William is the Honorary Air Commodore of RAF Coningsby and Kate is the Honorary Air Commodore of the Air Cadets.

Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet may be set for a reunion with their royal relatives in the coming months having spent the majority of their lives so far in the US.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are keen to "do something positive" following their ongoing feud with the Royal Family, claims one royal insider.

OK! Magazine UK, per Marie Claire. “William is doing his best to achieve that.”Bond explained that one of the ways William is hoping to achieve this goal and follow in his mom’s footsteps is through his new initiative, Homewards, which aims to eradicate homelessness.

, who stepped out at the All England Club earlier this week.The couple looked loved-up as they took in the action on another busy day at SW19, which saw , golden girl of British tennis, sail through to the third round of the tournament. James Middleton, dapper in a linen suit and contrasting , put a protective arm around his wife, who leaned into his side.