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royalty1 year ago

Royal Updates: St. Patrick's Day Rehearsal, Gaza Plea, and Kate Middleton's Honorary Role

Prince William and Princess Kate shared a behind-the-scenes video of the Irish Guards' St. Patrick’s Day rehearsal, as the princess continues to recover from recent surgery, causing her to miss the event for the first time in seven years. Despite her absence, the Irish Guards planned to honor her, and reports suggest she has been seen at her children's school, indicating her active involvement in their lives. The royal family has been maintaining a semblance of normalcy, with Princess Kate taking a hands-on approach to their daily routines, while Prince William was reported to have attended Princess Charlotte's football match.

royal-news1 year ago

Kate Middleton's Absence at St. Patrick's Day Parade Sparks Concern

Kate Middleton was replaced by Lady Ghika as a stand-in for the St Patrick's Day Parade, where she was honored by the Irish Guards in her absence as the honorary colonel. Lady Ghika presented the Irish Guards' mascot with a shamrock, continuing the tradition. Kate, who is recovering from abdominal surgery, sent her well wishes to the public on the occasion, and a video of the Irish Guards rehearsing for the parade was shared on social media. Last year, Kate attended the ceremony herself, and during the same event, she addressed the guard with a heartfelt speech, expressing her pride and commitment to supporting them in her role as their Colonel.

royalty1 year ago

"Royals' St. Patrick's Day Statement and Surprising Facts Revealed"

Kate Middleton and Prince William issued a statement on St. Patrick's Day, extending greetings and sharing a sneak peek of the Irish Guards rehearsing for their annual parade on their official Instagram page. The statement came amid drama surrounding Catherine's Mother's Day photo and her recovery from abdominal surgery, as well as an apology for sharing a manipulated photo.

royaltyentertainment1 year ago

"Blake Lively's Playful Jibe at Kate Middleton's Photoshop Controversy"

Kate Middleton will miss the St. Patrick's Day tradition of handing out shamrocks to the Irish Guards as she continues to recover from abdominal surgery. This marks the third consecutive year she will not participate, with Kensington Palace stating that she is unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter. Last year, she took on the role of Colonel of the Irish Guards, expressing pride in the position and promising to support and champion the regiment.

fashion1 year ago

"Kate Middleton's Absence from St. Patrick's Day Parade Sparks Speculation"

For over a decade, Princess Kate has wowed at the St Patrick's Day ceremony by donning a series of stylish coat dresses, often by designers like Catherine Walker and Emilia Wickstead, and accessorizing with a gold shamrock brooch loaned by the Irish Guards regiment. From swapping her usual all-green attire for a teal Catherine Walker ensemble to choosing a deep green Laura Green outfit, Kate's fashion choices have become an annual highlight, even during the Covid lockdown years.

royal-news1 year ago

"Kate Middleton Skips St. Patrick's Day Parade for First Time, Honorary Colonel Role Filled"

Kate Middleton will miss the St. Patrick's Day parade for the first time in years due to ongoing recovery from abdominal surgery, despite being honored as the honorary Colonel of the Irish Guards. Speculation about her health and whereabouts has increased as she has not been seen in public since the surgery, with internet rumors circulating about edited photos and her absence.

fashion2 years ago

"Royal Revelry: Highlights from Trooping the Colour 2023"

Kate Middleton's outfit for Trooping the Colour was loaded with symbolism, including a nod to her husband's Earthshot Prize in Singapore with her emerald green coat dress by Andrew Gn, and a tribute to the Irish Guards with her shamrock brooch and head-to-toe green ensemble. Her sapphire-and-diamond earrings once belonged to Princess Diana. The Wales family also dressed in the colors of their home country's flag, with Prince George and Prince Louis wearing red ties and Princess Charlotte in a white dress with a scarlet bow and piping.

fashion-and-royalty2 years ago

Royal Family Highlights at Trooping the Colour.

Kate Middleton honored Princess Diana at King Charles III's Trooping the Colour by wearing diamond drop earrings that belonged to her late mother-in-law and a shamrock brooch as a nod to her new colonelcy of the Irish Guards. She rode in a royal carriage with her three children and Queen Consort Camilla. King Charles III participated in the parade as sovereign on horseback, marking the first time a reigning monarch had ridden in the parade since Queen Elizabeth II in 1986. The event boasted over 1,400 parading soldiers, 200 horses, and 400 musicians for the royal tradition.

fashion2 years ago

Royals and Politicians Shine in Fashionable Attire at Trooping the Colour

Princess Kate attended the Trooping the Colour parade with her three children and Queen Camilla, wearing a bright green ensemble by Singaporean designer Andrew Gn and a matching hat by Philip Treacy. The monochromatic look paid homage to the Irish Guards, of which Kate is an honorary Colonel, and the color's use in the flag of Wales. The annual parade celebrates the reigning monarch's birthday and dates back to the 18th century.

royal-news2 years ago

Decoding Kate Middleton's Powerful Body Language in Public Appearances

Body language expert Judi James analyzed Kate Middleton's behavior during the St Patrick's Day Parade, where she made her first appearance as Colonel of the Irish Guards. James noted a "power play signal" when Prince William handed over his previous title to her, and observed a "cold, hard stare" from Kate towards her husband. James suggested that Kate's body language was military rather than royal, indicating how seriously she was taking her new role. Kate also wore a bold Catherine Walker coatdress and gave her first speech as Colonel of the Irish Guards.

royalty2 years ago

Kate Middleton Shines in Green at St. Patrick's Day Engagement.

The Princess of Wales attended the St Patrick's Day Parade in Aldershot as Colonel of the Irish Guards, presenting traditional sprigs of shamrock to the Officers and Guardsmen. She was joined by her husband, Prince William, who gave a bittersweet speech as his time as Colonel came to an end. Kate Middleton donned a show-stopping green ensemble, presenting the shamrocks and delivering a special message of her own. The engagement concluded with a Royal Salute and march-past, followed by official Officers' and Sergeants' Mess photographs and a visit to the Junior Ranks dining hall.