Supporters of the Royal Family are reevaluating an event that Prince William pulled out of at the last minute in February following the revelation of Princess Catherine (aka Kate Middleton)’s cancer diagnosis.
03.03.2024 - 10:27 / dailyrecord.co.uk
Queen Camilla is all set for a sunny holiday, her first break since the King's cancer diagnosis. The 76-year-old royal is said to be taking a break from her duties and flying off for a sunshine-filled vacation tomorrow, according to insiders.
Last week, Camilla was the last key royal standing - even as Prince Andrew made a return to public life at a Windsor event. Royal expert Ingrid Seward commented: "This will raise the question of who's in charge at such a vital time and with so many key royals out of action."
The Queen's holiday follows a challenging week for the royals, who had to manage without the King while also dealing with his cancer diagnosis and wild conspiracy theories about William and Kate. The princess, aged 42, has not been seen in public since Christmas Day and is still recovering from abdominal surgery that took place in January.
It has been reported that Prince William had to miss the Windsor tribute to his godfather, Greece's late King Constantine, on Tuesday due to a "personal matter". This left Camilla to handle 13 official engagements since last month, while also keeping up with her own schedule and attending events alone where she was expected to be with her husband.
Last week, she was the leading figure at King Constantine's memorial service in St George's Chapel and hosted a reception for hundreds of guests. On Wednesday, she was the highest-ranking Royal at a children's creative writing competition reception at Buckingham Palace, reports The Mirror Online.
The busy schedule continued on Thursday when she met Ukraine's First Lady, Olena Zelenska, at Clarence House.
Sources say this hectic schedule has led the Queen to decide to take a break to recharge. Royal author Seward suggests that Charles,
Supporters of the Royal Family are reevaluating an event that Prince William pulled out of at the last minute in February following the revelation of Princess Catherine (aka Kate Middleton)’s cancer diagnosis.
There has been a lot of talk about Kate Middleton's whereabouts and the state of her health since she stepped back from royal duties earlier this year due to surgery. The Princess of Wales hasn't been seen at public events since undergoing planned abdominal surgery in January.
Already well-known for her cheeky sense of humour, Queen Camilla had a good giggle when she was presented with a Barbie doll that looked just like her! The Queen was hosting a Women of the World event at Buckingham Palace when she was presented with the toy which had been designed in her likeness. Just like the Queen, the doll was dressed in a Royal blue Fiona Clare dress, a black Amanda Wakeley coat, Eliot Zed shoes and even had a Launer handbag and Van Cleef and Arpels bracelet.
Escape to the Country presenter Jules Hudson has opened up about his decision to take a three month sabbatical from his TV career. He may be a familiar face to viewers at home, but 54 year old Jules has revealed that he is taking a short break from presenting after getting “quite burnt out” at the end of last year. Speaking to Lyme Regis and Bridport News, the popular TV personality explained that he’d signed up to a 12-week course in furniture-making in Lyme Regis as he takes a break from presenting the popular BBC show.
The first photo of Princess Kate since her surgery has been shared, along with a message of thanks for the public's support. Her long disappearance while recovering from surgery had sparked consternation among royal watchers.
At a time in her life where she might be expected to put her feet up for a well-deserved rest, Queen Camilla, 76, has been busier than ever. While the King continues to undergo treatment for cancer, the Queen has stepped up the number of engagements she has carried out on his behalf - as well as focusing on her own key charitable interests.
toward Prince Harry. The video shows footage of a ballroom, before cutting to Queen Camilla, 76, greeting guests and smiling and shaking their hands, as the scene then flashes over a teleprompter, chairs, chandeliers and a stage. “Last week, The Queen hosted finalists and their families, alongside some special celebrity guests, for an exciting event at Buckingham Palace to award young authors with the coveted 500 Words prize,” the caption read.
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Following the accession of King Charles in September 2022, a number of changes that come with a new reign were automatically enacted - including one which affected Queen Camilla and Princess Beatrice. This move saw the pair both added to the list of Counsellors of State - meaning they can step in for the King if he is abroad, ill or becomes otherwise incapacitated and hold the powers of the sovereign in an emergency.
The Sun reports.Camilla, 76, has taken on 13 official engagements solo since news of the King’s ailing health came to light.She will now spend a few days of private downtime to get away from it all, before returning to the royal fold on March 11 at the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey.Camilla last week led the royal family at a memorial service for King Constantine of Greece at St George’s Chapel, Windsor, after the Prince of Wales, 41, mysteriously pulled out at the eleventh hour.“Although she was not expecting to find herself in the position of leading the family, the Queen is absolutely prepared to do whatever needs to be done for the institution,” a source close to Camilla told the Sunday Times.“She has been buoyed by the public’s reaction. She has found reserves of energy that even she didn’t think she had, and the estimation of her by those inside the palace has soared as she has put her shoulder to the wheel.”Another insider added, “Her Majesty is robust, positive, and determined to keep going while the King is off public duties.
Queen Camilla will be taking some time away from royal duties for a short period, it's been reported. For the last few weeks, the 76 year old has been representing the crown at more events and engagements than usual due to her husband, King Charles III's recent cancer diagnosis.
time off from her royal duties while she’s been filling in for King Charles III amid his cancer diagnosis, according to her schedule reported by The Sunday Times.The 76-year-old royal has no duties listed on the books for over a week before she returns from her break during the Commonwealth Day celebration on March 11.She is scheduled to make a public appearance at Westminster Abbey to represent the crown to mark the celebrations of the 56 member states worldwide, according to the outlet.The King’s siblings, Princess Anne and Prince Edward, will represent the crown at most upcoming events next week while the Queen enjoys some much-needed relaxation.The royal siblings are scheduled to appear at the Rising Brook Community Church, Savoy Chapel, the Right Stuff Amateur Boxing Club, National Equine Forum and more outings while the Queen is on her break.King Charles, 75, has taken a step back from his royal duties since he broke the news of his cancer diagnosis on Feb. 5.The Palace revealed Charles’ diagnosis after he underwent a procedure for an enlarged prostate.
According to reports, Queen Camilla and the Princess of Wales could be set to be handed a new royal honour to keep up with the dwindling number of senior royals and cope with a backlog of investitures caused by the Covid-19 Pandemic. Currently, only King Charles, the Prince of Wales and the Princess Royal are able to hand out OBEs, MBEs and similar honours as 'blood' royals - but this could soon change as there is speculation that the proposal is being discussed, the Daily Mail reports.
sudden death of Lady Gabriella Windsor’s husband, Thomas Kingston, has sparked renewed interest in the editor — and her parents, Prince and Princess Michael of Kent.Kingston and Gabriella, 42, tied the knot in May 2019 at Windsor Castle after meeting five years prior. The financier was found dead at age 45 in Gloucestershire, England, on Sunday.
Piers Morgan, the former Good Morning Britain host, sparked a bit of a stir with recent comments about the Royal family.The 58 year old, who recently revealed his plans to start a YouTube channel, has called on Buckingham Palace to provide "more clarity" about Prince William's sudden decision to withdraw from a public event on Tuesday. Piers described William's unexpected cancellation as "very strange, and rather concerning." Prince William was due to attend a memorial service at Windsor Castle for his godfather, the late King Constantine of Greece.
Popular royal couple Zara and Mike Tindall have recently returned to the UK from a holiday to Iceland. Seemingly without their three children, Mia, 10, Lena, five, and Lucas, two, the pair clearly had a great time away as Mike offered an insight into the trip on his Instagram account.
Thomas Kingston and his royal wife, Lady Gabriella Windsor, were 'happy and chatty' whilst they attended a public appearance just days prior to his death.
The royal family is mourning Thomas Kingston.
After the Prince of Wales had to cancel his appearance to attend a service to celebrate the life of King Constantine of Greece, questions were immediately asked if the last-minute decision was linked to the Princess of Wales' recovery from her abdominal surgery. However, it was quickly confirmed that Kate - who returned home a month ago after spending two weeks in the London Clinic - was not the reason for the cancellation.There were concerns that William - who was due to honour the memory of his godfather, King Constantine - and his sudden withdrawal from the event had something to do with his wife's health.
Prince William unexpectedly backed out of a royal event on Tuesday, sparking concern.