King Charles is poking fun at an incident that occurred a few weeks ago when he burst open a pen.
19.09.2022 - 16:15 / ok.co.uk
As we continue to adjust to the fact that we have a new monarch for the first time in 70 years, it’s easy to forget who will be undergoing the biggest adjustment of all – King Charles III. His public life and duties have changed immeasurably, while privately he is still coming to terms with the enormous personal loss of his dear mother. Plunged immediately into his new role, he has not been afforded the luxury of being able to retreat from the limelight to mourn the loss of the Queen.
Since her passing on September 8, Charles – along with his new Queen Consort and beloved wife Camilla – has travelled the length and breadth of Britain to fulfil commitments that have been years in the planning. At the age 73, he’s the oldest monarch ever to accede the throne, yet he is grappling with an enormous workload. It’s all in stark contrast to that of his mother, who was a spirited 25-year-old when she became Monarch.
“I think we’re asking an awful lot of him in these first 10 days,” reflects royal expert Jennie Bond. “This period has been relentless for both Charles and Camilla, and they must be completely exhausted, emotionally and physically.They are no spring chickens, and Camilla is older than Charles – she’s 75.” However, by steadfastly embracing the tradition, pomp and ceremony that has taken place since the Queen’s death, Charles has provided an inspiring start to his new reign and honoured the memory of his mother, who dedicated her life to the service of her people. “Most people who have lost their beloved mother would want to hide away, but he hasn’t been given that opportunity,” says Jennie.
“He’s had to be incredibly visible. But he’s also gone a step further. He’s waded into the crowds from the very first time he got
.King Charles is poking fun at an incident that occurred a few weeks ago when he burst open a pen.
The Royal Mint have unveiled the first British coins featuring King Charles III following the Queen’s death.
The King’s new cypher has officially been revealed ahead of the formal period of royal mourning coming to an end following The Queen ’s death. Announcing the news on Monday after Charles was seen wearing the new logo on his tie, Buckingham Palace confirmed the upcoming change to the iconic ER previously used by the King's late mother.
The affair between King Charles and Camilla Queen Consort has been mentioned in a new trailer for Netflix show, The Crown.The latest instalment of the smash-hit series about the royal family, is set in the nineties, at the time when the late Princess Diana and the now-King's marriage ended in a messy divorce. Season five of The Crown, which is released on 9 November, sees Elizabeth Debicki take on the role of the late princess and Dominic West playing the part of Charles.The trailer begins with a close up shot of Elizabeth as Diana, whilst the original statement that was released by Buckingham Palace, when the couple split in 1992, could be heard.They didn't officially divorce until 1996.
King Charles III is keeping his late parents close. On Friday, Buckingham Palace released a photo of the newly minted monarch carrying out official government duties, with a photo of his late mom and dad, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, behind him.Taken in the Eighteenth Century Room at Buckingham Palace last week, the new pic shows Charles reviewing documents from The King’s Red Box, which contains papers from government ministers in the United Kingdom and the Realms and from representatives from the Commonwealth and beyond.The documents are sent from the Private Secretary’s Office to the king, wherever he may be in residence, in a locked red despatch box.As Charles is hard at work, his parents are keeping close watch, as a photo of the late royals sits behind the sovereign.
King Charles III has paid a moving tribute to his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II, in a new official photograph released by Buckingham Palace.The new King, 73, was pictured with his red box for the first time as he carried out his official duties dealing with papers from government ministers in the UK and the realms, as well as Commonwealth representatives. Charles can be seen looking at the red box containing the papers as he donned a blue pinstripe suit, but in the background a subtle nod to his late mother can be seen.
King Charles looked regal carrying out official duties in his new role as King following the death of the Queen earlier this month. A new photograph has been released by Buckingham Palace, showing the new King, 73, pictured with his red box for the first time. Charles looked ready for business in a blue pinstriped suit as he assessed the red box of official papers whilst sat in the Eighteenth Century Room at Buckingham Palace.
Prince Harry made sure his family knew who his priority was while in the UK for Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral.
King Charles III has shown he is "determined" to heal the rift between his sons Prince William and Prince Harry since becoming the monarch, a royal expert has claimed. Charles became King on September 8 after the sudden passing of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, who died at the age of 96.
Queen Elizabeth II's funeral were full of love and historical significance. Prince William and King Charles III each left personal notes to Her Majesty atop the wreath on her coffin during Monday's funeral ceremonies. William's card was inscribed with his and Kate Middleton's monograms, while Charles' handwritten note read: «In loving and devoted memory.
Queen Elizabeth II's funeral were full of love and historical significance. A royal source tells ET that at King Charles III's request, the wreath at the top of the Queen's coffin during Monday's state funeral contained foliage of rosemary, English oak, and myrtle — cut directly from a plant that was grown from the myrtle that was in the Queen's wedding bouquet during her 1947 wedding to Prince Philip. The wreath also included flowers cut from the gardens of Royal Residences in hues of gold, pink and deep burgundy, with touches of white. Rosemary is said to be a symbol of remembrance, while English Oak signifies strength. Atop the wreath sits a personal, handwritten note from Her Majesty's eldest son, King Charles, reading: «In loving and devoted memory.
The King and Queen Consort are visiting Wales today, as the late Queen's lying in state continues at Westminster Hall. King Charles III has begun his first visit to Wales as monarch and will start his tour by attending a service of prayer and reflection for the life of the Queen at Llandaff Cathedral in Cardiff. Charles arrived by helicopter with the Queen Consort and travelled by state limousine in bright sunshine to the service, which is also being attended by Prime Minister Liz Truss and leading figures from Wales.
Prince Andrew has been allowed to keep a key role in the Royal Family after his older brother Charles recently became King. The Duke of York, 62, was a Counsellor of State during Queen Elizabeth II's reign and he will be keeping the significant role under King Charles' reign.
Since acceding to the throne upon the death of his mother, King Charles III must now face a raft of changes to his day to day life, ranging from added responsibilities as the sovereign through to relocating to a new residence as he takes on his new role. Yet one change he may welcome, is the celebration of two birthdays, as the former Prince of Wales follows in his mother’s footsteps and adopts the royal tradition first introduced 250 years ago.
John Swinney has confirmed King Charles III will be the head of state if Scotland voted for independence in any future referendum.
King Charles can count on the support of Sharon Osbourne.