The Queen 's official duties have been scaled back as Buckingham Palace has formally rewritten the 96 year old monarch's role. The move marks the first time Her Majesty's role has been altered significantly for the first time in nearly a decade.
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The Queen embraced the sunshine in a Summery yellow outfit on Wednesday as she welcomed Australia’s Governor of New South Wales to Windsor Castle for a face-to-face audience. The 96 year old monarch, who recently celebrated 70 years on the throne with the Platinum Jubilee, met retired judge Margaret Beazley as she welcomed her into her Berkshire home.
Pictured standing without the use of her walking stick, the elegant royal wore a summery bright yellow dress with a blue floral pattern as she greeted the Governor during the official engagement.The pair were pictured smiling and shaking hands as they chatted together in the Oak Room. This marks the second official engagement The Queen has undertaken this week, following her meeting with the Archbishop of Canterbury on Tuesday who presented the long reigning monarch with a special Canterbury Cross for her “unstinting service” to the Church of England during her long reign.
The precious trinket, is a small silver cross, inspired by a ninth century Saxon brooch and features a delicate triquetra pattern. It has historically been given as a "heartfelt symbol" of the church's "love, loyalty and affection” to those who have served it well.The cross also featured a citation specific to Her Majesty, which read: "Throughout her reign, Her Majesty has duly upheld both the Christian religion and the Church of England in her roles as Defender of the Faith and Supreme Governor of the Church of England.
"Whether in the formality of opening sessions of General Synod or the more intimate context of her personal addresses to the nation and Commonwealth at Christmas, Her Majesty has made manifest her own deep faith and its relevance to all that she undertakes. "Her subtle understanding of
.The Queen 's official duties have been scaled back as Buckingham Palace has formally rewritten the 96 year old monarch's role. The move marks the first time Her Majesty's role has been altered significantly for the first time in nearly a decade.
Fox News earlier this week.Rankin, who has photographed many famous faces from Hugh Grant to Kendall Jenner to the royals, explained that the only other person to make him feel shaky was Madonna.But snapping the Queen didn’t make him nervous, noting that he was “super excited because as head of state, [the Queen] has been a part of my life since I was born.”He added: “If you were brought up in the U.K., she becomes like an extended member of your family.”“It was an absolute honor,” he went on. “I’ve always been in awe of her as a human because she had made so many sacrifices in her life. And even though I grew up with her, I didn’t know very much about her.
first official painted portrait of Prince William and Kate Middleton was released. The portrait was commissioned by the Cambridgeshire Royal Portrait Fund and is currently being displayed in the University of Cambridge’s Fitzwilliam Museum, before travelling to the National Portrait Gallery next year. The painting was created by award-winning British portrait artist Jamie Coreth, which he said was 'the most extraordinary privilege of my life.
The Queen is reportedly horse riding again and has managed to get "back in the saddle" after months of mobility issues and being spotted using a walking stick in public. Her Majesty, who recently turned 96, has been closely monitored by doctors advising her to use a walking stick for all public engagements. But it's claimed that the Royal defied her medical team to jump back on her beloved pony without her mobility aid.The Queen, whose greatest passion is horses and riding and has been ever since she was a young child in 1929, was reportedly spotted riding the animal around her estate in Windsor.
. “As it is the first portrait to depict them together, and specifically during their time as The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, I wanted the image to evoke a feeling of balance between their public and private lives.”This content can also be viewed on the site it from.Following the unveiling, many pointed out that there may be a deeper meaning behind Kate Middleton's dress.
Gogglebox star Lee Riley has appeared in a rare snap with his partner Steve as he returned to their home in Cyprus. The Channel 4 star splits his time between filming the show with pal Jenny Newby in the UK and Northern Cyprus. Steve showed off his love as he posted a photo of them standing against a leafy background.
Mel B is set as a judge for Season 2 of Paramount+’s drag queen singing competition Queen of the Universe. She joins returning judges Michelle Visage, Vanessa Williams and Trixie Mattel, along with Graham Norton, who returns as host. The series is produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and World of Wonder, producers of the Emmy-winning RuPauls Drag Race franchise. Mel B takes over the spot held by Leona Lewis, who served as judge on the first season.
Sasha Urban editorGlobal superstar Melanie Brown, also known as Mel B or Scary Spice, will join the judges panel for Season 2 of global drag queen singing competition “Queen of the Universe,” Paramount+ announced Monday.Joining her on the panel will be three judges from Season 1: “RuPaul’s Drag Race” judge Michelle Visage, Grammy nominee Vanessa Williams and “Drag Race All Stars” winner Trixie Mattel. Graham Norton returns as host, while singer Leona Lewis will not return to the judges’ panel.As one of five members of the Spice Girls, Brown has spent the last 30 years crafting a career as a television entertainer, theater performer, author and movie actor.
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The Queen’s appearance during a Paddington Bear sketch on Saturday night came a complete “surprise” to the Royal Family, who admitted they had no idea it was due to take place. The short skit kicked off the televised BBC’s Platinum Party at the Palace, and saw the monarch playing We Will Rock You on the spoons alongside childhood favourite Paddington Bear.
There was much disappointment when the Queen announced she was pulling out of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations held in her honour in London this weekend.
The Queen delighted royal fans on Sunday as she made a surprise appearance on the Buckingham Palace balcony at the end of the Platinum Jubilee Pageant. The 96 year old monarch, who is currently celebrating 70 years on the throne, was forced to withdraw from any engagements over the weekend after suffering from some "discomfort" on Thursday during the Trooping of the Colour ceremony.This lead to the Queen pulling out of Friday’s service at St.Paul’s Cathedral as well as the Epsom Derby.