With King Charles desperately trying to oust a stubborn Prince Andrew from the 30-room mansion, insiders confirm their younger brother Edward has put his hat in the ring to take command of the estate.

ROYAL LODGE BATTLE

“It’s a complete disaster that appears to be getting more complicated the longer it’s dragged out,” says a palace insider. 

“Andrew wants it for Beatrice and Eugenie while Edward and Sophie make a compelling financial case in terms of the work that needs to be done. 

“But more serious is the matter of the King’s wishes, and he wants it for Camilla. Charles is deeply worried about the Queen being cast aside in the event of his death. And as sad as it is, the entire palace has been preparing for that, even before his diagnosis. So it’s become a huge priority.”

The King’s first reported attempts at evicting Andrew was shortly before ex-wife Sarah, Duchess of York, revealed her cancer diagnosis in August 2023. No doubt prioritising her wellbeing, Charles agreed to allow the Yorks to remain at the Lodge while she recovered. 

However, since then, Charles has had his own shock diagnosis to face. And his priorities have completely changed. “William will inherit control of everything. And even though their relationship is much stronger these days, Charles still worries about Camilla’s future when he’s gone,” adds the insider. 

“He wants her to be comfortably set up for life in Windsor.”

ANDREW MUST GO!

However, Prince Andrew is not going down without a fight. “He still has a 75-year lease he signed with the Queen and argues that ever since Bertie and Elizabeth in the ’30s, it’s been the family home of the York duchy,” says an insider. 

“He wants it to stay in his family until that lease is up in 2078. One problem though, he’s not exactly been a good tenant, has he? He’s got absolutely no way of finding the money to pay for the extremely urgent repairs that had he taken care of, he wouldn’t be facing eviction.”

Royal commentator Hugo Vickers is also in support of Andrew downgrading. “I’m sorry the Queen died before she sorted him out, which she could have done,” he tells The Sun. 

“She could have bought him a house somewhere where he would be safe and out of the way and this sort of issue would not be coming up.”

Unlike Andrew, Prince Edward and Sophie have been extremely frugal with their fortune, which is why they’ve reportedly stepped forward as the new caretakers of the historic estate.

“Sophie and Edward are serious contenders to take this project on and do an excellent job,” adds the insider. 

“They’ve completely thrown a spanner into an already difficult situation, which is why Charles has had to come clean on his somewhat unpopular plan to house Camilla. 

“Needless to say, all hell’s broken loose. And if it’s not sorted out soon, there is a push for William to step in and take back the Lodge, just to settle what’s becoming a very uncomfortable fraternal war.”

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Known for his environmental advocacy, charitable endeavours and dedication to public service, King Charles has proven himself a capable and compassionate leader, not even letting a cancer diagnosis slow him down. 

However, beyond his royal duties, there’s another side to Charles that the public rarely sees – his role as devoted grandfather. 

King Charles is a proud grandfather to five young royals: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis, Archie Mountbatten-Windsor and Lilibet Mountbatten-Windsor. His affection for them runs deep and is expressed in the way he speaks about them and the moments they share together. 

And in this case, it’s even evident in the way the King accessorises himself. On his trip to Guernsey along with Queen Camilla, the monarch was spotted wearing a yellow-and-red string friendship bracelet. 

It’s very similar to the one his grandaughter and ‘Swiftie”-in-training Princess Charlotte was wearing at Wimbledon. 

Charles often talks about the joy his grandchildren bring into his life. He delights in their milestones from their first steps to their budding personalities. And despite the demands of his position, he prioritises spending quality time with them. 

He’s also great with Camilla’s five grandkids. “My grandchildren absolutely adore him,” she has revealed. “He reads Harry Potter and he can do all the different voices – I think children really appreciate that.”

Here we look at some of the King’s most heart-warming “Grandpa” moments. 

01

The birth of Prince Louis 2018

The then-Prince embraced the joyous news of Louis’ birth, showing off a softer side.

In a statement made on Tuesday, April 24 2018, King Charles spoke on behalf of himself and his wife Camilla, saying: “We are both so pleased at the news.

“It is a great joy to have another grandchild, the only trouble is I don’t know how I am going to keep up with them,” he jested.

02

Queen’s Platinum Jubilee 2022

After two hours of watching a pageant pass by in the street below the stands where he was sitting with his family, young Prince Louis, only just four, couldn’t sit still a moment longer. He wriggled in his seat, pulled faces and didn’t mind his mum Catherine, Princess of Wales when she tried to get him to behave.

When Louis spotted his grandfather, the then Prince Charles, that was it. The little royal popped himself up on Grandpa’s knee. And Charles immediately sprung into action, bouncing him up and down and rocking him from side-to-side to the music from the parade. The monarch also pointed to what was happening, keeping young Louis occupied and happy.

03

The birth of Prince George 2013

Charles and Camilla were in Yorkshire on an official visit when daughter-in-law Kate gave birth to George on 22 July 2013. They flew by helicopter to London, where a full police escort rushed them to St Mary’s Hospital to meet the new heir to the throne.

They stayed for only 10 minutes before returning to Yorkshire to continue their engagements. The next day, Charles admitted to members of the public he met that he had cracked open the bubbly the night before and was “thrilled and overjoyed” about becoming a grandfather for the first time.

Of Prince George’s birth, Camilla said, “It’s a wonderfully uplifting moment for the country. ” She then added that Charles would make a “wonderful grandfather. He’s very good with children.”

04

The birth of Princess Charlotte 2015

Following Charlotte’s birth in 2015, Charles was again beaming with happiness. He vowed to “spoil her, absolutely”.

William admitted his father was “positively obsessed” with the new princess. “As the father of sons, it was something he was missing.”

The proud grandpa told members of the public on one engagement that “Charlotte is simply gorgeous, a beautiful child.” He added that, “She already sleeps through the night and is much easier on Mum than George.”

05

Meeting Lilibet 2022

With Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex living in the US with their children, it’s often difficult for King Charles to see them in person.

However, it was revealed that when the Sussexes and their two children Archie who was three at the time and Lilibet who was only one, jetted over to the UK for the Queen’s 2022 Platinum Jubilee celebrations, Charles was “very emotional” when he met his youngest grandchild for the first time.

Speaking at the briefing of Clarence House’s annual review, a senior royal source said: “It was fantastic to see them. It was wonderful to have them back in Britain. The Prince and the Duchess were absolutely thrilled to see them.

“[He] hasn’t seen his grandson Archie for a bit of time and so it was very, very, very special to have some time with him.

“He hadn’t met Lili, his granddaughter, and so to meet her was very emotional, a very, very wonderful thing.”

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Coupled with her recent appearance at the 2024 men’s singles Wimbledon final, fans remained hopeful of her re-joining her family at some high-profile events.

But these two appearances don’t necessarily mean she’ll be returning to public duties anytime soon. Here’s what we know so far.

The Princess of Wales’ long-awaited public appearance at Trooping the Colour marked the first time she had been seen in an official capacity since Christmas Day 2023, and she looked as radiant as ever at the event.

Catherine then attended the final day of Wimbledon on 14 July, where she was met with a standing ovation from spectators in the stands.

But do these appearances mark her official return to royal duties? Unfortunately, no.

Catherine is still undergoing preventative chemotherapy to treat an undisclosed form of cancer, but her attendance at the parade and tennis tournament hopefully signify her treatment is going well and she’ll be back to her regular duties relatively soon.

Whilst Kensington Palace confirmed Kate Middleton’s presence at the Trooping the Colour shortly ahead of the day, they also quickly shut down any prospects of her attending the annual Garter Day on 17 June, as well as the Royal Ascot racing carnival – an event which is traditionally attended by senior members of the royal family.

In her touching personal statement confirming her attendance at the King’s birthday parade, the Princess of Wales admitted that she still has both “good days and bad days”, which means her appearance at upcoming events will likely depend on how she feels at the time.

According to her statement, Catherine will start to do some work from home as she feels better, and she also shared her “hope to join a few public engagements over the summer” – one such event being the Wimbledon final.

The Sun have reported that the princess will start to hold meetings with palace staff as well as representatives from the Royal Foundation and the Centre for Early Childhood – both being charities she is a patron of.

A spokesperson for Catherine has also confirmed that the palace will only give updates on face-to-face work meetings when “appropriate” and relevant.

Kensington Palace has yet to confirm Kate’s next official public engagement, and well-placed sources have now told Vanity Fair that both Prince William and Princess Catherine are planning to take a “summer break” at their Norfolk property, where they can spend time with their three children.

The Princess was candid and honest about her cancer journey in her statement, admitting she is “learning how to be patient, especially with uncertainty. Taking each day as it comes, listening to my body, and allowing myself to take this much needed time to heal.”

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“With regret, Sarah, Duchess of York has decided to withdraw from the Festival of Fiction, so as not to distract or detract in any way from the tour of Australia by His Majesty the King, which has recently been announced,” a statement shared on the festival’s Instagram page wrote.

The Duchess of York was going to be attending a writer’s festival in Perth, the Festival of Fiction, which takes place on 19 October. However, this date falls exactly within the King and Queen’s upcoming tour of Australia.

As such, she postponed her trip and will instead “be returning to Perth on November 1 at 6.30pm for a special event at Joondalup Resort.”

Sarah, also known as “Fergie”, then apologised for any inconvenienced caused by the change of date.

It is likely that the 64-year-old will be speaking about her latest book, A Woman of Intrigue, at the event. The mother of Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie is the author of over 55 books in total, including multiple children’s books as well as romance novels.

When announcing the news of her original visit down under in March, Sarah spoke about how her three grandchildren inspired her for the major personal trip.

Sarah, Duchess of York has two grandsons and one granddaughter: August (three), Ernest (one), and Sienna (two).

Since becoming a grandmother, Sarah has revealed she’s become “acutely aware of [her] responsibility” to improve the state of the world for future generations.

The Global Citizen NOW event was co-chaired by Sarah, and at the summit she engaged with young leaders who are working to address the climate crisis, as well as end poverty and improve girls’ education.

The Duchess of York announced that she would be attending Global Citizen NOW via an Instagram post, where she uploaded a portrait of herself and wrote: “I am pleased to announce […] I am coming to Melbourne to participate in vital intergenerational conversations with young leaders from across the Asia-Pacific region, who are doing frontline, grassroots work to address the climate crisis, the hunger crisis, girls’ education and issues perpetuating cycles of extreme poverty. 

“I look forward to listening to them, learning from them, and contributing whatever voice I have to speak up for the future of our planet. My parents always highlighted the need to champion the quiet voice of Mother Nature, and now even more so since becoming a grandmother I’ve become acutely aware of my responsibility, and that of my generation, to do everything we can to improve the state of the world we are leaving for our grandchildren.”

The event featured activists, world leaders, business leaders, and artists to bring awareness to these issues.

Special (in-person and virtual) attendees included other big names such as Hugh Jackman, Charlie Puth, Crowded House, Julia Gillard and Osher Günsberg, among others.

The news of Sarah’s March trip came merely weeks after she announced that she was diagnosed with malignant melanoma, a form of skin cancer, in January 2024 – less than a year after facing breast cancer.

Sarah, mother to Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, said her diagnosis was a shock but she was “in the best hands and feeling positive”.

“After undergoing a mastectomy and reconstruction, I could only hope that I was in the clear, which is why a new diagnosis of skin cancer came as a shock,” she said. “I’m now in the best hands and feeling positive with the support of my family.”

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The Princess, 42, looking radiant in purple – one of Wimbledon’s official colours – attended the tournament with her daughter Princess Charlotte, nine, and sister Pippa Middleton, 40. 

This marks Kate’s second public appearance since her shock cancer diagnosis in March, following Trooping the Colour where she also received an outpouring of public support. 

PRINCESS CATHERINE’S ROYAL DUTY

Princess Catherine has been the patron of the All England Club since 2016. And her ceremonial duties include handing out the winner’s trophies after the singles finals. It’s something the crowds look forward to each year.

Initially, plans were made for the Duchess of Gloucester, who has served as Honorary President of the Lawn Tennis Association for 25 years, to step in if the Princess of Wales was unable to attend due to her ongoing treatment. 

However, Buckingham Palace confirmed before the event that Princess Catherine would indeed be in attendance.

And you could tell by Kate’s beaming smile at the event that she was thrilled to be back court-side, honouring the players for their incredible effort. 

It was such a lovely moment, watching the Princess make her way down from the stands to the playing surface to present the trophies, the crowd in awe of Catherine’s strength and grace. 

On her way, she smiled and shook hands with some of the tournament’s ball kids. She also struck up some friendly chit-chat with both players and clapped for Carlos after giving him the trophy for the second year in a row. 

“ENJOY THE WIN”

Inside the tournament’s main stadium, Catherine told Carlos, “You played so well. Enjoy the win.”

On seeing Kate at the event in his post-match news conference, Novak said, “It was, of course, a privilege to be in her presence again. I’ve said to her that it is very nice to see her in good health. She seems to be in good health.

“That’s obviously very positive news for everyone in this country, but also for Wimbledon.”

After the event culminated, Princess Catherine shared a beautiful image of herself at Wimbledon, captioned: “Great to be back at @Wimbledon!

“There’s nothing quite like The Championships ”

Of course, the Prince and Princess of Wales’ comments blew up with overwhelming positivity for Catherine.

WIMBLEDON WOULDN’T HAVE BEEN THE SAME

Actress Olivia Munn commented: “You’re a champion. ”.

Another commented: “So wonderful to see you looking healthy and beautiful. Welcome back, Princess Catherine and Princess Charlotte!”

And journalist and royal correspondent for Vanity Fair Katie Nicholl said what we all were thinking: “It wouldn’t have been the same without you Your Royal Highness ”.

Prince William is usually a regular at Wimbledon finals. However, he missed Sunday as he planned to be in Germany to watch England face Spain in the final of the men’s soccer European Championship. William is the president of the English Football Association.

Here, we take a look back at all Catherine, Princess of Wales’ best Wimbledon moments. 

PRINCESS CATHERINE’S BEST WIMBLEDON MOMENTS

01

Wimbledon 2024

Catherine, Princess of Wales was given a standing ovation as she arrived at Wimbledon amid her health struggles.

The Princess arrived alongside Princess Charlotte and her sister Pippa Middleton.

02

Wimbledon 2023

Princess Kate looked a vision in green in 2023 at The Championships.

03

Wimbledon 2022

Perhaps, Princess Charlotte took inspiration from her mum’s 2022 navy polka-dot Wimbledon dress this year?

Either way, the two Princesses look beautiful in navy!

04

Wimbledon 2021

Green looks golden on Princess Kate! Here, she presents Ash Barty with the trophy following her triumph over Karolina Pliskova.

05

Wimbledon 2019

She presented the 2019 men’s singles trophy to Novak Djokovic. He defeated Roger Federer after nearly five hours – the longest Wimbledon men’s final in history.

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Buckingham Palace confirmed on July 14, 2024 that the King and Queen will be visiting Australia this year.

“The King has shown his compassion for Australians affected by recent natural disasters, just as Australians have shown compassion and support for the King following his cancer diagnosis,” Anthony Albanese said of the royal’s trip.

“The King, Queen and members of the Royal Family are always welcome in Australia. My Government is engaging with States and Territories on options for a possible Royal visit.”

Initially, Charles and Camilla were set to tour Australia as part of a long-haul trip, with visits to neighbouring countries including New Zealand.

However, amid fears that the King is doing too much, their visit to New Zealand has been scrapped. A source told The Daily Mirror: “Naturally, it will be a bitter disappointment on both sides to not have the opportunity for the King and Queen to visit New Zealand.

“But all are aware of the King’s ongoing health issues and the need for him to pace himself. It’s very much hoped there will be further opportunities in the future.”

Insiders reveal that the Australian leg of the tour will now be reduced to just six days, with Charles and Camilla taking a two-day break before travelling to Samoa for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.

A government spokesman told The Australian newspaper that “the Prime Minister enjoys a warm relationship with the King and looks forward to welcoming His Majesty to Australia later this year”.

In a new book based on King Charles, the author, Robert Hardman explained that he believes the King has a loving relationship with Australia after he spent time here during his schooldays.

King Charles’ visit to Australia will be his first since becoming King, and will be the first visit to Australia by a ruling British monarch since Elizabeth II visited in October 2011.

The royal tour will coincide with the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa, at which both Charles and Camilla are expected to attend.

Taking place from 21 to 25 October in 2024, the CHOGM occurs every two years and features leaders from the 56 Commonwealth member nations.

The last time the British royals visited Australia was in April 2018, when they represented Queen Elizabeth at the Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast, and opened the ceremony.

The late Queen Elizabeth II visited Australia 16 times over the course of her reign, each time accompanied by her husband, Prince Philip who sadly passed away April 2021. Her first visit to Australia as Monarch was in 1954, with her final trip being in October 2011. 

It is a significant event for King Charles as it marks his first royal tour of Australia since becoming the reigning monarch, and will be the first time for the Australian people to see their new King.

Since becoming King and Queen, Charles and Camilla have completed state visits to Germany, France and Kenya, and have hosted leaders from around the world.

In May 2023, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met with King Charles at Buckingham Palace ahead of the King’s coronation.

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But arguably no celebrity appearances have been quite as iconic as those by the British royal family.

Wimbledon is a tournament packed with plenty of tennis action from the world’s best players, but it’s also an opportunity for attendees to don their most stylish looks, and watch sporting history take place.

The royal family has had a close connection to Wimbledon for many years now, and Catherine, Princess of Wales is not only a regular at the event, but is also patron of the All England Lawn Tennis Club.

The princess is an avid tennis fan, and has been since her youth. She has only ever missed Wimbledon once, in 2013, when she was heavily pregnant with Prince George.

Speaking on her love of the event, Catherine told Sue Barker on a 2017 BBC documentary that, “I have watched Wimbledon, that was very much part of my growing up. It’s such a quintessential part of the English summer, and I think it really inspires youngsters, myself, it inspired me when I was younger to get involved in the game. It hasn’t changed either, I think that’s what’s so wonderful.”

The Princess of Wales has presented the iconic trophy to the winner multiple times, and even had a hit against former world number one, Roger Federer in 2023.

But Kate’s not the only royal who is fond of Wimbledon. Below, we round up the most iconic moments from the royal family at Wimbledon over the years.

Catherine, Princess of Wales

2024

After weeks of speculation, the palace confirmed Catherine, Princess of Wales would be attending the men’s singles final at the 2024 tournament.

She is seen here looking radiant as ever while presenting Carlos Alcaraz with his trophy after he defeated Novak Djokovic.

Peter Phillips

2024

Peter Phillips brought his new girlfriend to the 2024 grand slam, and the pair were spotted walking hand-in-hand.

Zara Tindall & Mike Tindall

2024

The Tindalls were extremely animated while watching a match on Day 10.

Queen Camilla

2024

Girls day out! Queen Camilla was joined by her besties at Wimbledon in 2024, and they certainly looked like they enjoyed themselves.

Carole Middleton & Michael Middleton

2024

Whilst they’re not technically royals, the parents of Kate Middleton looked oh-so stylish at the 2024 tournament!

Catherine, Princess of Wales

2023

Kate Middleton presented Carlos Alcaraz with the Wimbledon trophy after his win against Novak Djokovic in 2023.

Princess Charlotte & Prince George

2023

The Wales children were enthralled by the tennis action!

Queen Camilla

2023

The Queen met with a few ball boys and ball girls at the event in 2023.

Catherine, Princess of Wales

2023

The Princess of Wales and Roger Federer played tennis together in celebration of the ball boys and girls!

Catherine, Princess of Wales

2022

Catherine presented Elena Rybakina with her trophy for winning Wimbledon in 2022.

Catherine, Princess of Wales & William, Prince of Wales

2022

The Wales couple enjoyed watching the match together in 2022, where Catherine also rewore one of her past iconic outfits.

Princess Beatrice

2022

Beatrice showcased her growing baby bump at the tournament in 2022!

Zara Tindall & Mike Tindall

2022

At Wimbledon in 2022, the Tindalls shared a loving kiss in the stands.

Catherine, Princess of Wales

2021

When Aussie tennis star Ash Barty won the title in 2021, Catherine presented her with her hard-earned trophy.

Catherine, Princess of Wales & Meghan, Duchess of Sussex

2018

Meghan Markle made her first appearance at Wimbledon as an official member of the royal family in 2018.

Queen Mary & King Frederik of Denmark

2014

The Danish royals were seen court-side at Wimbledon in 2014.

Princess Eugenie & Jack Brooksbank

2014

In 2014, Eugenie and now-husband Jack watched on at the event together. 

Queen Elizabeth II

2012

The late Queen attended the All England Tennis Championships at Wimbledon in 2012, and here she is seen shaking the hand of Roger Federer.

Diana, Princess of Wales

1993

Princess Diana was a frequent attendee at Wimbledon, and here she was watching the men’s singles final in 1993.

Queen Elizabeth II

1977

Queen Elizabeth presented Virginia Wade with her trophy after she won the event in 1977.

Princess Anne

1969

In 1969, the Princess Royal presented Ann Jones her trophy for taking out the title.

Queen Elizabeth II

1962

Queen Elizabeth with Australian tennis legend Rod Laver after his Wimbledon win in 1962.

King George VI

1926

Back in 1926, King George VI actually competed at the tennis tournament!

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On the day of the incident, the 73-year-old was seen walking near the horses on her Gatcombe Park estate. And, while the exact cause of her injuries remains uncertain, her medical team suggested they were consistent with an impact from a horse’s head or legs.

PRINCESS ANNE IS BACK

Anne looked healthy and well, despite a bruised face, as she stepped out in public for the first time in almost three weeks. She was attending the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) National Championships on 12 July 2024.

The RDA was celebrating its 55th anniversary. And her Royal Highness was beaming from ear to ear to be back to her royal duties, chatting to members of the public.

In true Princess-Royal fashion, reports confirm that one of the first things she said as she got out of the car was, “I can’t remember a single thing about it.” And that’s that. It’s business as usual for this “hardest-working royal“.

The Royal Diary, which is published weeks in advance, currently lists Princess Anne’s next scheduled outing as a visit to the NLV Pharos ship off the west coast of Scotland in her role as Patron of the Northern Lighthouse Board on July 15th and 16th. 

The royal was discharged from hospital on June 28th to recuperate comfortably at home. Her husband Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence thanked the Southmead Hospital team for “their care, expertise and kindness” during her stay.

Princess Anne’s hospitalisation is the latest health challenge facing the Royal Family. Her brother King Charles and Catherine, Princess of Wales have both been hit with a cancer diagnosis this year, limiting their public engagements.

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The Duchess of Sussex, 42, revealed the launch of a new lifestyle brand called American Riviera Orchard.

A new website and Instagram page also went live for Meghan Markle’s new project ahead of the announcement.

The bio for the American Riviera Orchard Instagram page simply reads, “By Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex. Established 2024,” and we haven’t been given too many details about the brand as of yet. 

At the time, the Instagram account uploaded a story of the Duchess of Sussex picking flowers and cooking in a kitchen, hinting at the type of the project this will be.

The name of the new brand, American Riviera Orchard, seems to be a reference to Meghan and her husband Prince Harry’s current place of residence: Santa Barbara in California.

According to Travel & Leisure, for more than 100 years Santa Barbara has been known as the American Riviera “because of its temperate climate and lush landscapes, as well as its robust food and wine culture.”

The logo for the brand also includes the word Montecito, which is the specific neighbourhood in which the Sussexes live.

A trademark application for the American Riviera Orchard brand reveals that the lifestyle business intends to sell tableware, drinkware, kitchen linens, edible treats such as jellies, jams, marmalade and spreads, and cookbooks.

It seems her range is already expanding, despite the business not having officially launched yet, as the Duchess of Sussex has continued to pursue trademarks for more products.

There have been additional trademark applications for cosmetic products, home home décor, stationery, linens, kitchen appliances, condiments, yoga equipment, gardening gear and pet accessories.

Not only that, but the 42-year-old also sent some of her homemade jam to close friends and fellow celebrities. The recipients included the likes of Kris Jenner, Tracee Ellis Ross, Mindy Kaling, Chrissy Teigen, and Meghan’s Suits co-star Abigail Spencer.

A source told Us Weekly that the Duchess is “very pleased” with the strong start American Riviera Orchard has had so far.

“The rollout for American Riviera Orchard is already off to a strong start. The website has over 100,000 who have signed up to hear about the first products launched,” an insider shared. “Meghan is very pleased with the early interest it has gained.”

The brand also appears to be similar to Meghan’s previous lifestyle blog, The Tig, which was used from 2014 to 2017.

On The Tig, Meghan shared insights into her favourite foods, travel discoveries and personal reflections. 

“I’ve never been the type of person to do only one thing. I guess that’s how my website was born,” Meghan said in her 2022 documentary Harry & Meghan. 

“There was fashion, there was tons of food, and travel, so it was all of the things that I loved. And The Tig wasn’t just a hobby. It became a really successful business.”

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are no strangers to starting new businesses, as they have embarked on numerous ventures over the past few years.

Meghan launched a podcast named Archetypes and also invested in an oat milk coffee company. Meanwhile, Prince Harry released his memoir, Spare, in 2023.

The couple have also made deals with Netflix, releasing a docuseries about themselves in 2022 and will also be producing a number of projects for the streaming giant too. Two of these non-fiction series have reportedly already wrapped production, with Meghan appearing in a cooking show and Prince Harry in a docuseries about his beloved sport of polo.

Additionally, the pair have continually worked on their non-profit organisation, the Archewell Foundation, for many years.

The launch of the American Riviera Orchard Instagram page marks the first time either of the Sussexes have used social media since 2020 when the pair made their last update to their @SussexRoyal Instagram page after stepping back as working members of the royal family.

Meghan shut down all of her personal social media profiles and The Tig blog after getting engaged to Prince Harry in 2018.

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Born in 1982 to parents Carole and Michael Middleton, Catherine was raised in Berkshire alongside her younger siblings: sister Pippa and brother James.

Before she was a princess, Catherine Elizabeth Middleton was simply a young English girl living with her family.

Her humble beginnings arguably shaped her into the person she is today, and she still remains close to both her parents and her siblings.

Here, we outline everything to know about the parents of Catherine Middleton, Carole and Michael.

Carole Middleton, née Goldsmith, was born on 31 January 1955, making her 69 years old.

She dabbled in an array of careers in her life, having started as a secretary and then joining British Airways as a flight attendant until her marriage to Michael on 21 June 1980.

Carole then founded a mail order company called Party Pieces in 1987, which went on to see great success.

Meanwhile, Michael Middleton is currently 75 years old, having been born on 23 June 1949.

He is a businessman who also worked as a flight dispatcher for British Airways, where he met his wife Carole.

The couple have three children together: Catherine, born in 1982, Philippa, born in 1983, and James, born in 1987.

The Middleton family currently resides at Bucklebury Manor in Berkshire, which is quite close to Prince William and Princess Catherine’s residence at Adelaide Cottage in Windsor.

The Middletons have multiple young grandchildren, with their three children having children of their own.

Catherine and William are parents to Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, nine, and Prince Louis, six, while Pippa also has three children with her husband James Matthews. Pippa’s children are Arthur, five, Grace, three, and Rose, two.

The youngest Middleton sibling, James has one child, Inigo, nine months, with his wife Alizee Thevenet.

Both Carole and Michael have been seen at numerous royal engagements since Kate’s marriage to the current heir to the British throne.

And recently, despite Catherine’s absence from public life due to her cancer treatment, they have continued to attend public events.

The Middletons attended the 2024 Royal Ascot alongside their son-in-law William, and were also spotted at the Wimbledon tennis tournament.

As royal adjacents, the Middletons have become quite close to the royal family. It’s understood that Carole in particular shared a strong bond with the late Queen Elizabeth II.

“I’ve never known a family drawn into the royal family like the Middletons,” one observer at Balmoral Castle in 2016 told PEOPLE.

Another source added that, “The Middleton parents really could be the people next door. They are lucky their daughter is going to be the future queen, but there are no delusions of grandeur.”

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Now, the all-important cause will be shown in a new light thanks to an upcoming documentary that will feature the Prince of Wales, 42.

The upcoming docuseries, titled Prince William: We Can End Homelessness, will showcase the first of the five-year Homewards program initiative. It’s set to be released on ITV1 and ITVX in the coming months.

Audiences will see Prince William launch the initiative in the United Kingdom and capture the raw, authentic and vulnerable stories of individuals facing homelessness, as well as those who have experienced it at some point in their lives.

The docuseries will also acknowledge and highlight the individuals and organisations who have committed to advocating for the homeless, as well as combating the issue.

We Can End Homelessness will be directed by BAFTA Award-winner Leo Burley who stated,  “Over the past year we have spent time following Prince William and The Royal Foundation through the first year of the Homewards program. We’ve heard some incredibly moving stories from people across the country facing homelessness.

“From street homelessness in Newport, to families living in temporary accommodation in Sheffield, and youth homelessness in Aberdeen, the documentary paints a picture of homelessness across the UK today, working with many people who never expected to experience life without a place to call home.

“Everyone we’ve filmed with has welcomed the spotlight that Prince William and Homewards are placing on the UK’s homelessness crisis.”

Homewards was founded in June 2023 by Prince William and The Royal Foundation, with the goal of making homelessness “rare, brief and unrepeated” within the next five years.

They also aim to raise awareness, inspire optimism, work locally, and provide unprecedented support to those experiencing homelessness.

The Prince of Wales has spoken about how the topic has become an important one even within his own household, and he often has open conversations with his children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis about homelessness.

“On the school run, we talk about what we see. Driving backwards and forwards [in London], we regularly used to see people sitting outside supermarkets and we’d talk about it,” William told The Sunday Times.

The prince also added that he believes the discussions are important for his family. “I think it’s in all our interests, it’s the right thing to do, to expose the children, at the right stage, in the right dialogue, so they have an understanding.”

“They [will] grow up knowing that actually, some of us are very fortunate, some of us need a helping hand, some of us need to do more and help others improve their lives,” he said.

From a young age, Prince William’s late mother, Princess Diana made a point of teaching her sons about life outside of the royal family, and instilled in them many charitable and selfless values and beliefs that both William and his brother Prince Harry still uphold everyday in their line of work.

Diana believed in compassion and empathy and often visited homeless shelters along with her boys, which made a lasting impression on them.

It’s likely that the Homewards project was fuelled by William’s desire to make positive change in the world, just like his mother.

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The news comes merely months following Peter’s split from his previous partner Lindsay Wallace, with the pair’s separation announced in early April.

Peter, 46, first brought Harriet, a paediatric nurse, to the Badminton Horse Trials on 12 May. In a break from royal tradition, it’s reported the pair were spotted holding hands at the event.

The event was also attended by other members of the royal family, including Queen Camilla along with Peter’s two daughters Savannah, 13, and Isla, 12.

It is unknown how long the pair have been dating for, but Peter’s introduction of Harriet to his family and the Queen, likely insinuates that the relationship is becoming serious.

The following day, Peter and Harriet were seen strolling around hand-in-hand at the horse trials in a photo published by The Sun. A witness at the event told the publication that the pair “looked completely smitten” as the late Queen Elizabeth II’s eldest grandchild was “grinning from ear to ear.”

“She looked very happy and relaxed in his company and pleased to be shown off at one of the biggest social events in the equestrian world,” they shared. 

“His love life has certainly taken some very public twists and turns in recent years.

“But they looked extremely close and seemed like they had known each other for some time. They certainly seemed very happy and appeared to be over any past relationship woes,” the witness added.

Peter was with his former partner, Lindsay Wallace, for four years and the 46-year-old introduced her to the late Queen Elizabeth before her passing.

Peter and Lindsay made their public debut as a couple at the Epsom Derby in June 2022, attending several royal family events together during the course of their relationship.

Among those events were high-profile celebrations including King Charles’ Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle in May 2023, and the late Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee in 2022.

According to HELLO!, the pair “made the difficult decision to separate as they were spending less time together with work and family commitments.”

Lindsay was Peter’s first girlfriend following his divorce from his ex-wife of 13 years, Autumn Kelly.

The pair finalised their separation in 2020 and share two daughters together, Savannah and Isla.

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“There is no friend as loyal as a book,” Queen Camilla once posted to her Instagram, sharing Ernest Hemingway’s famous quote.

And the 76-year-old’s love of reading has been a lifelong passion, with Queen Camilla and Princess Kate regularly sharing their favourite books, as well as which ones made them cry.

A fan of the classics, Camilla has even lent her voice to narrate children’s books and invests her own personal funds into literacy projects, because she believes reading leads to “a happier, healthier and more prosperous life.

QUEEN CAMILLA ON THE MAGIC OF BOOKS

“Like climbing through the wardrobe into Narnia, stories open doors into different worlds. They stretch our imagination and get our brains buzzing,” says Camilla of her favourite books.

“We fall in love with heroes and heroines and can’t turn the pages fast enough to find out what happens… stories help us to understand our world and the people in it.”

The wife of King Charles fell in love with books at a young age, thanks to her father Major Bruce Shand.

“He was probably the best-read man I’ve come across, anywhere,” she said. “I mean he devoured books. And so, he read to us as children. He chose the books, and we listened. And I think the love of books was ingrained in us, because you know, it was there from such an early age.”

A FAMILY AFFAIR

It’s a tradition she’s happily passed on to her children and now, grandchildren.

“I love it. I read to them when they were absolutely tiny,” shares Queen Camilla. “And they’ve got older and older and older, and now they actually read to me.”

Known as “Gaga” to her five grandchildren, Camilla’s also step-grandmother to five on the King’s side.

Charles is equally passionate about books, with the shelves at Clarence House crammed full of books on gardening, the environment, poetry and plenty of thrillers.

Queen Camilla says her husband leaves the kids “spellbound” with his dramatic readings of Harry Potter stories. “He does all the voices because he’s a brilliant mimic… He’s extremely good with children. They love it.”

QUEEN CAMILLA’S ALL-TIME FAVOURITE BOOKS

01

Black Beauty

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Best for: Childhood memories

Reflecting on her all-time favourite childhood reads, the Queen said a combined love of horses and reading left her sobbing into her pillow.

“I think I have to admit, in the end, I ended up probably being a sort of pony-mad child with Black Beauty, which I howled over, night after night after night.”

02

Where the Crawdads Sing

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Best for: Coming of age tale

Where the Crawdads Sing was one of Camilla’s Instagram-based book club picks in 201.

She said of the novel: “All is not as it seems in this beautifully written, heart-breaking coming-of-age novel. I couldn’t put it (or my handkerchief) down!:

03

The Light Years

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Best for: Family saga

“A multi-generational saga by this brilliant author, of a British family before, during and after World War II. If I was sent to a desert island with one book this would be my choice…!” Her majesty said of this book – praise doesn’t get much higher!

05

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone

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Best for: Reading to the grandkids

With ten grandchildren, the Queen is no stranger to bedtime stories!

“I think the one I enjoyed reading more than anything else was Harry Potter,” she says.

But it’s her husband King Charles who is the star of the show.

“I can’t mimic voices for love or money, I’m completely hopeless at it,” she says. “I was a really bad actor at school, and I’ve never been able to master the art of mimicry.

“But my husband, he does it brilliantly. He can do all the voices.”

KATE’S FAVOURITE KIDS’ BOOKS

From invoking memories of her own beautiful childhood to books that can teach us something, the Princess of Wales has no shortage of favourite bedtime stories to read to George, 10, Charlotte, nine, and Louis, six.

05

Charlotte’s Web

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Best for: celebrating friendship

Kate says Charlotte’s Web is also very popular in her house – perhaps it even provided some naming inspiration!

“This is a charming story about friendship, loyalty and love.”

05

Stig of The Dump

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Best for: childhood adventures

Stig Of The Dump inspired Kate’s love of the outdoors, “I have never forgotten this brilliant book and the values it teaches.”

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Now, speculation is mounting that deleted text messages between Prince Harry and Spare ghostwriter JR Moehringer could relate to unflattering messages about his family. And they may not paint the royal in such a favourable light! 

THE ‘MISSING’ EVIDENCE

“Whether or not Harry purposefully deleted the texts is to be decided. But it’s also raised questions about what Harry might have said and why he might not want them to be aired publicly,” spills a royal insider. 

“Harry hinted at a string of confronting texts between himself and his brother Prince William during his Netflix show. And while he has been at pains to paint William as a bully in his memoir and his TV show, he hasn’t revealed what kind of messages he might have been sending to receive such strong responses from his brother.”

Prince Harry, 39, has been battling for years with the publishers of Britain’s biggest tabloids over allegations they hacked his phone and hired private investigators to dig up dirt on him, with the trial expected to start in January 2025. 

But last week, during a one-day hearing brought by News Group Newspapers in order to help gain access to documents, emails and messages related to Harry’s claim, a judge ordered the royal to explain why messages on the Signal messaging app, that could be relevant to the case, had been deleted. 

Justice Timothy Fancourt said there was evidence that “a large number of potentially relevant documents” and “confidential messages” between Harry and JR Moehringer “were destroyed some time between 2021 and 2023, well after this claim was underway”.

Although Harry’s lawyer has deflected the allegations, saying it was a “fishing expedition”, an insider says the whole court ordeal has left the royal – and his wife, Duchess Meghan – feeling rattled.  

LIVING NIGHTMARE

“The panic in Montecito is real and Harry’s been getting an earful over his carelessness, not just from Meghan either,” the source explains. “He’s beginning to seriously regret going ahead with this case. He’s not used to lawsuits and keeping records – he has no idea about any of these things.”

As for the phone-hacking case, Harry has been ordered to disclose how drafts of his book and messages with his ghostwriter disappeared. His legal team must also write to staff of his father, King Charles, asking them for all records of communication with Harry. The judge ordered that a wider search was required of Prince Harry’s laptop, text and WhatsApp messages to look at exchanges from 2005 until nearly 2023. 

“Aside from all the communications with the King and especially his brother, which are believed to be particularly nasty, there are the messages between him and Meghan, from their intimate messages to the more tense ones any couple has. Harry knows how easy it is for things to be misconstrued and he would hate for the contents of his messages to be made public,” reveals the insider.

“He worries if they are, any chance of him and Meghan redeeming themselves in the public eye – especially if there are attacks on Kate in there – would be non-existent.”

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Prince Harry, 39, and Meghan Markle’s, 42, company Archewell Productions have created two non-fiction television shows that have just wrapped production.

One of the series has been created by Meghan Markle, with her also acting as an executive producer, will “celebrate the joys of cooking and gardening, entertaining and friendship.”

From royalty to recipes, Meghan Markle will soon be returning to our screens with a new cooking show. The series, is reportedly part of the eye-watering nearly AU$150 million Netflix deal she and Harry signed after they exited Royal life.

It is no secret the Duchess of Sussexes passions lay in the kitchen with her former personal blog, The Tig, well documenting her love of food.

The Duchess of Sussex also has a new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, which focuses on food and food-related products including preserved spreads, kitchenware and cookbooks.

While the show’s title has yet to be released, according to The Daily Beast, “all went well” on the project and “it is in the can.”

Meghan herself has kept her lips sealed on the project. But we can’t help but wonder if Harry, Archie and Lilibet will make an appearance. The couple’s children were seen in their Harry & Meghan docuseries, so it’s a definite possibility.

And as a ‘celebration of friendship’, it’s likely we’ll see some star-studded guest appearances across the series. On Meghan’s Archetypes podcast, she spoke with celebs like Serena Williams and Mariah Carey. And her inner circle reportedly includes friends like Amal Clooney and Chrissy Teigen.

Meanwhile, the other series the Sussexes have in the works in one Prince Harry is particularly interested in.

This series aims to “provide viewers unprecedented access to the world of professional polo,” a sport that Harry has played for decades.

The Duke often participates in charity polo matches, including a fundraiser for a charity he co-founded in 2006, Sentebale, aimed at helping children and young people affected by poverty, inequality and HIV/AIDS in Africa.

According to a statement, “known primarily for its aesthetic and social scene, the series will pull the curtain back on the grit and passion of the sport, capturing players and all it takes to compete at the highest level.”

Both Harry and Meghan are serving as producers on the series which was filmed primarily at the U.S. Open Polo Championship in Florida, which took place in April 2024.

Titles and release dates have not yet been confirmed for either show, but it is expected that the news will be revealed in the coming months.

The Chief Content Officer of Netflix spoke at the Next on Netflix event in February and confirmed that Meghan and Harry had several projects in development.

“They have a couple of unscripted things they’re working on with Brandon [Reigg],” they said, according to HELLO! magazine. 

“And they actually have like a bunch of development. They have a movie in development, a [scripted] series that they’re working on. So all very early development, with a movie, a TV show and a couple of unscripted shows. But yeah, the movie’s great.”

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex signed a multiyear deal with Netflix following their departure from the United Kingdom and their royal duties in 2020, and thus far they have released their intimate docuseries, Harry & Meghan, the Live to Lead series and the Heart of Invictus docuseries on the streaming platform.

It was also confirmed in August 2023 that their production company Archewell Productions would be adapting Meet Me at the Lake, a romance novel by Carley Fortune, into a film.

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But despite their unique lifestyle, they’ve done everything they can to ensure their three children have a relatively normal upbringing.

When Zara Phillips, 43, met Mike Tindall, 45, in a chance encounter during separate trips to Australia in 2003, no one could have predicted the beautiful love story that would ensue between the pair.

After their first meeting, Zara and Mike quickly became inseparable, and they tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony in July 2011.

Since then, they’ve gone on to welcome three children together: Mia Grace, Lena Elizabeth, and Lucas Philip. 

Like their mother, the Tindall kids don’t have royal titles, to ensure they experience as normal a childhood as possible.

“I think it was probably easier for them, and I think most people would argue that there are downsides to having titles,” Princess Anne told Vanity Fair in 2020. “So I think that was probably the right thing to do.”

Here’s everything to know about Zara and Mike Tindall’s adorable three children.

Zara and Mike’s eldest child, Mia Grace Tindall, was born on 17 January 2014, and she’s currently 22nd in line to the British throne.

“Thanks so much for all your kind messages,” Mike tweeted following the birth of Mia. 

“Definitely the best day of my life today, so happy.! The girls are both doing great!”

Now 10 years old, Mia has been spotted at an array of royal engagements alongside her parents.

In 2018, she also acted as a bridesmaid in Princess Eugenie’s wedding to now-husband Jack Brooksbank.

Her appearance at the annual royal Christmas Day service in Sandringham in 2023 was her most recent public outing, where she was seen alongside her cousin Prince Charlotte and holding the hand of Prince Louis.

The Tindall’s next child was another daughter, Lena Elizabeth Tindall, who was born on 18 June 2018, and her middle name is an homage to her late great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II.

At the time of Lena’s arrival, Buckingham Palace released a statement saying, “Mrs. Michael Tindall was safely delivered of a baby girl on 18th June. Mr. Tindall was present at the birth. The weight of the baby was 9lbs 3oz.”

Soon after the now-six-year-old’s birth, Mike spoke to PEOPLE about what life was like with two children. 

“It’s been brilliant so far,” he said. “So far, so good. I can’t complain. [Lena] eats, sleeps.”

Like her older sister, Lena has also appeared at many royal events over the course of her life, and has even become known for her fashion and style, making headlines after she wore one of her older cousins’ old coats.

Zara and Mike’s third and final child, Lucas Philip Tindall, was born on 21 March 2021. His middle name was given in tribute to his late great-grandfather, Prince Philip.

Unlike his older sisters, Lucas’ birth came rather suddenly and unexpectedly, and he arrived into the world in the family home’s bathroom!

“A little baby boy arrived at my house!” Mike said on his podcast, The Good, The Bad & The Rugby.

The former rugby star said they realised they wouldn’t have time to make it to the hospital, and they quickly had to prepare themselves for an at-home birth.

Luckily, the midwife was just around the corner and made it in time for the safe delivery of little Lucas.

Even though he is just three years old, royal spectators are already drawing similarities between the youngest Tindall and his namesake, Prince Philip.

His bright blonde hair is extremely similar to that of a young Philip, which can be seen in many official photographs of the royal from his childhood.

Zara and Mike are extremely loving and doting parents and are always so proud of their children, gushing over them whenever they get the chance. 

As sportspeople themselves, the Tindalls have also spoken about their desire to get their kids involved in sports in any way they can.

“Whether it’s learning how to be a team member or determination. It has given me and Zara so much that we want to expose them to as many sports as we can,” Mike told HELLO!.

He added that at the moment, the children are enjoying “a mixture of rugby, hockey, swimming, and gymnastics.”

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Could a new romance be blossoming for the 20-year-old? Here’s what we know so far.

On 28 June 2024, Lady Louise and Felix da Silva-Clamp attended the Sandringham Horse Driving Trials together in Norfolk, where they were photographed smiling and seemed to be enjoying themselves.

Louise took part in the event, and Felix joined her by hopping on the back of her carriage.

An onlooker said that the pair “seemed very comfortable together. They were chatting and looking at each other all the way around. They went for a couple of walks together in between her two events as well, they are clearly very close.”

The young man was driven to the event by Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh and the onlooker said that “Felix and the Duchess looked very at ease with each other”.

They added that “they turned up in the car just ten minutes before Louise’s first event and watched her eagerly.”

While there has been no confirmation of a relationship between the two, Felix and Sophie’s comfortability around each other could allude to his close bond with Louise.

Felix is a student at St Andrew’s University in Scotland, where Louise also studies English Literature. It’s understood the pair first met at the school, and images of them together at a party have been shared on social media.

The pair reportedly first bonded over a shared interest in amateur dramatics, and appeared together in a production called Dragon Fever earlier this year, which was shown at the university’s Byre Theatre.

The play was described as “an ambitious cross between an Agatha Christie mystery and Tolkien’s The Hobbit”, and Lady Louise portrayed the “powerful and cynical witch” Nilvana, while Felix appeared as Mr Owl.

Whilst the pair met at St Andrew’s, Felix has ties to Australia thanks to his earlier education, as he attended Melbourne Grammar School.

He now works part-time as a gelato artist at Jannetta’s Gelateria at the university.

St Andrew’s is also the same university where William and Catherine, the Prince and Princess of Wales’ relationship first began in the early 2000s. Could another royal love story be unfolding on the premises?

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In a candid conversation at a charity outreach event, Harry opened up about the familiar emotions and thoughts that come with such a tremendous loss.

“You convince yourself that the person that you’ve lost wants you or needs you to be sad for as long as possible to prove to them that they’re missed,” he said.

“But then there’s this realisation of, no, they must want me to be happy.”

A CELEBRATION OF LIFE

The Duke of Sussex, who will be honoured at the 2024 ESPY Awards for his work as the founder of the Invictus Games, went on to share that processing grief as a child is hard.

They don’t see that talking about the loss of their parent is a celebration of their life. Instead, it’s “I don’t want to talk about. It’s going to make me sad,” Harry explains.

“But once realising that if I do talk about it, I’m celebrating their life. Then actually things become easier. As opposed to this, ‘No, I’m just not going to talk about it’ and that’s the best form of coping, when in fact it’s not,” he said.

“It can be for a period of time. [But] if you suppress this for too long… you can’t suppress it forever. It’s not sustainable. And it will eat away at you inside.

“Equally, nobody wants to be in a position where they’re forced to talk about the very thing they don’t want to talk about, especially when every defense mechanism in your mind, your nervous system and everything else is saying do not go there.”

HARRY SPEAKS FROM EXPERIENCE

The 39-year-old prince speaks from experience. Harry previously admitted to spending nearly two decades “not thinking” about his mum’s passing. He was only 12 years old when she died.

Suppressing his emotions, he says, led to his “complete breakdown” and feelings of “total chaos” in his 20s.

Fortunately, however, it paved the way for him to finally process his grief. But as many know, it’s on ongoing journey.

Grief comes in waves. Sometimes it’s gentle. And other times, you feel as though you’re drowning.

SCOTTY’S LITTLE SOLDIERS AMBASSADOR

Harry is the global ambassador for Scotty’s Little Soldiers, a British charity supporting children whose parents have died while serving in the armed forces. On Thursday, the charity posted a video titled “From Grief to Growth” on its YouTube channel.

Filmed in May, the video shows Harry’s conversation with the charity’s founder Nikki Scott. This chat came after Harry spent the day playing games with the 50 children involved in the charity.

Prince Harry first got involved with Scotty’s Little Soldiers in 2017. He and wife Meghan Markle donated money raised in association with their wedding to support its ongoing operations.

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WHAT IS PRIMOGENITURE

Primogeniture is the centuries-old practice of passing down estates to the firstborn male heir. To this day, it remains a cornerstone of British aristocratic inheritance.

ALTHORP HOUSE HAS SENTIMENTAL VALUE

Althorp House holds significant sentimental value for both Prince William and Prince Harry. The sprawling estate is more than their late mother’s childhood home – it’s also her final resting place. Her gravesite is on an island in the middle of a lake on the property called Round Oval.

Boasting a main house with 90 rooms spread across 100,000 square feet, the property also includes a portrait gallery, lake and nearly 30 subsidiary listed structures. They span “farming, forestry and field sports businesses.”

Althorp House has been in the Spencer family since 1508. And Diana’s brother Earl Charles Spencer, who just announced he was divorcing his third wife, has been maintaining it since the early 1990s.

WHO IS LOUIS SPENCER?

Louis, the poster boy for primogeniture, remains largely out of the spotlight. A source revealed to The Telegraph that, “he’s super private and gets on quietly with his thing.

“He’s a very talented actor, and I think, a brilliant one. You’d like him. He’s very low-key and genuine, decent and kind and tall.”

His sister Kitty Spencer opened up about Louis’ inheritance. She said that all the siblings (he has three older sisters) grew up knowing that he would inherit the property. So, it’s always been a non-issue.

“Primogeniture can be a tricky topic because as times are changing, attitudes are as well. We’ve grown up understanding that it’s Louis to inherit. And Louis will do an incredible job,” she shared.

Charles Spencer did open up about the possibility of the estate going to Kitty, saying he’d be “totally relaxed about Kitty inheriting it. But, he continued, “if I chose Kitty, it would go against all the tradition that goes with Althorp.”

While Louis would like to continue following his passion for acting, Princess Diana’s 30-year-old nephew has been attending trustee meetings for years now. So, theoretically, he should be ready to take over when he needs to.

PRINCE WILLIAM & PRINCE HARRY’S INHERITANCE

Princess Diana loved her boys very much. And after her tragic passing in 1997, Princes William and Harry didn’t walk away empty handed – only broken hearted.

The two immediately received most of her £13 million fortune as well as many pieces from her exquisite jewellery collection. And William and Harry have gone to great lengths to preserve their mother’s memory and carry on her legacy in the decades since her death.

From charity work, to travel and, of course, the beautiful tribute in Princess Charlotte and Lilibet’s names, both of Diana’s sons are keeping her memory very much alive despite the pain of their loss.

The princes have also been very involved with the Diana Award since its inception in 1999. However, the two have not attended the event in person together in some time.

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Kate, looking like the picture of health, arrived in an upcycled Jenny Packham dress with matching fascinator and pearl earrings.

The Princess of Wales arrived at Buckingham Palace with her husband Prince William and darling children George, 10; Charlotte, 9; and Louis, 6, in tow.

Despite the rainy weather, heart-warming smiles and laughter filled the Glass Coach as the royal family rode down the Mall during the parade.

And the public’s joy at seeing their beloved princess back with the royal family amid her cancer treatment was evident. Thousands of revellers lined the streets, cheering at the official celebrations for King Charles’ birthday.

It was good fortune all around, as even the wind and the rain couldn’t stop the RAF (Royal Air Force) flypast. Thirty aircraft strong, the Red Arrows dazzled the crowds and the Royal Family, including the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, who came out on the balcony to enjoy the final event of the day’s celebrations.

A RETURN TO NORMALCY

King Charles was especially grateful this year. A royal insider tells Woman’s Day that he was “in absolute awe” of brave Kate, who has spent the past six months undergoing treatment away from the spotlight.

“Her appearance was so important to the family and the public – it marked a return to normalcy that people need right now,” the source says.

“Everyone wanted to fuss over Kate, but Charles was protective of her, not wanting her to feel stressed out.”

‘GOOD AND BAD DAYS’ FOR THE PRINCESS

Ahead of the annual military parade held to celebrate the King’s official birthday, Kate shared – much to everyone’s delight – that she would be joining in the festivities.

She also shared a personal health update on Instagram, saying:

“I am making good progress, but as anyone going through chemotherapy will know, there are good days and bad days. On those bad days you feel weak, tired and you have to give in to your body resting. But on the good days, when you feel stronger, you want to make the most of feeling well.

“My treatment is ongoing and will be for a few more months. On the days I feel well enough, it is a joy to engage with school life, spend personal time on the things that give me energy and positivity, as well as starting to do a little work from home.

“I’m looking forward to attending The King’s Birthday Parade this weekend with my family and hope to join a few public engagements over the summer, but equally knowing I am not out of the woods yet.

“I am learning how to be patient, especially with uncertainty. Taking each day as it comes, listening to my body, and allowing myself to take this much needed time to heal.

“Thank you so much for your continued understanding, and to all of you who have so bravely shared your stories with me. C”

KING CHARLES AND KATE’S CLOSE BOND

This year’s Trooping the Colour, where upwards of 8,000 spectators gathered to join in the celebration, marks the second for Charles as king.

However, he too is facing health challenges. A statement from Buckingham Palace on 6 February 2024 confirmed King Charles III had been diagnosed with cancer.

Despite the hardships, it seems King Charles and Kate are now closer than ever. They’ve always shared a bond, but now the two have a newfound respect and admiration for one another.

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Sources say the timing couldn’t have been worse for Kate’s sister-in-law Meghan. The Duchess had just released two brand-new products – a jam and dog biscuits – for her American Riviera Orchard brand just hours before Kate’s comeback announcement.

Friends say the 42-year-old mum-of-two was “furious” to see Kate’s return wipe her new product launch from the news cycle and “steal the spotlight from her”. However, worse was yet to come.

CASHING IN

Not for the first time, the Duchess of Sussex was criticised for trying to “cash in” on another big royal event. She was branded “opportunistic” for her decision to schedule the release at the same time as Kate’s big return to royal duties.

And her PR stunt put close friend and polo player Nacho Figueras, 47, in the crosshairs too. Fans branded the timing of his posts to promote Meghan’s products “tasteless”.

“It’s awkward enough that Meghan is being criticised, but the fact that Nacho has been dragged into the sorry mess will no doubt be causing a few dramas between Meghan and Harry,” spills an insider.

According to sources, Meghan is already struggling with her social standing in Montecito, with Oprah Winfrey avoiding her calls. Gwyneth Paltrow has also made it clear she’s on team Kate by publicly writing a message of support to her.

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In Omid Scobie’s latest book, Endgame, he suggests that both Catherine, Princess of Wales and Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex were encouraged to dress like Diana so her ‘shine could rub off on them’ and the evidence speaks for itself.

Omid added, “During the past thirteen years, Diana cosplay has become a royal staple.”

From gowns to airport outfits to royal visits, Diana’s done it all and Kate’s done it again.

The two both look absolutely stunning in all the outfits with Diana opting for a more masculine take on her choices as opposed to Kate’s ultra-feminine silhouettes.

These photos showcase all the times Catherine has recreated her late mother-in-law’s iconic fashion moments:

1985 & 2024

At the 2024 Trooping the Colour parade, Princess Catherine wore this stunning black and white outfit that was reminiscent of this look from Princess Diana during a visit to the National Gallery of Art in Washington in 1985.

1984 & 2019

A very similar outing in a very similar outfit.

Diana wore this gorgeous violet blue coat during a visit to Leckhampton in Gloucestershire in 1984.

Kate wore a similar get-up at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene on the Sandringham estate in 2019.

1988 & 2019

These deep purple looks are both absolutely gorgeous and showcase their style differences.

Diana wore the matching set in St. Albans in 1988 and Kate at The Royal Opera House in 2019.

1991 & 2018

Kate took a page out of Diana’s book for this gorgeous red houndstooth look.

1985 & 2018

These navy polka-dot dresses are almost identical!

Princess Diana was photographed in this dress in 1985 whereas Kate Middleton wore it for Prince Charles’ 70th birthday portrait in November 2018.

1986 & 2022

Another polka-dotted look! Both ladies wore gorgeous white dresses with dots, and they looked absolutely stunning.

1984 & 2018

In 1984 Princess Diana left St Mary’s Hospital announcing the news of her second born in a red collard dress.

In 2018 Princess Kate left St Mary’s Hospital announcing the news of her third born in a red collard dress!

1986 & 2017

Neither princess could turn down an ice-blue gown.

1991 & 2016

25 years apart and both in style, Kate wore Diana’s peal drop earrings to a Remembrance Day service. Proving you can never go wrong with classy classics!

1985 & 2015

Both Princess Diana and Princess Kate love a suit dress and these two outfits show their preferences perfectly.

Diana opts for a more masculine fit as opposed to Kate’s signature feminine look pictured here at Princess Charlotte’s christening in 2015.

1990 & 2015

Pretty in pink! These coats are almost identical and styled the exact same.

1984 & 2014

Both princesses love an airport moment and this red coat look is no exception.

1987 & 2014

Diana wore this baby blue Catherine Walker coat in 1987 and Kate was seen in a similar coat in 2014 by Matthew Williamson.

1982 & 2013

Our first of many polka dot looks!

It’s no surprise that Kate would want to pay homage to Diana when she gave birth to George in 2013.

Kate wore a polka-dot dress similar to the dress Diana wore when she left the same hospital after William’s birth in 1982.

1985 & 2013

While touring Venice, Diana wore this stunning coat in 1985.

It’s not identical but, Kate wore this green plaid dress in 2013 while visiting her old school.

1981 & 2011

Kate was seen wearing a similar gown in 2011 to the one Diana wore at her first public event with Charles in 1981.

1993 & 2006

Diana wore this gorgeous black hat and red coat combo on Christmas Day 1993 and in 2006, Kate was clearly inspired to reimagine it as her own.

1986 & 2005

Princess Kate first made people double-take before she was a princess.

In 2005, Kate went to Switzerland to ski in his gorgeous red outfit but it just so happens Diana was in the same place in 1986 in a very similar outfit.

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The pair celebrated 25 years of marriage on 19 June 2024 – but how did their love story begin? We answer all your burning questions here.

How old was Prince Edward when he met Sophie?

Prince Edward was 27 years old when he met his now-wife Sophie in 1987.

Sophie Rhys-Jones was 26 years old at the time.

How did Prince Edward and Sophie meet?

Romance didn’t immediately blossom for Prince Edward and Sophie Rhys-Jones when they first met at Capitol Radio in 1987.

In fact, Edward was actually dating Sophie’s friend at the time.

However, they reunited again at a charity event in 1993, and the rest is history.

At the time, Sophie was working as a public relations executive. She co-owned a public relations firm, RJH Public Relations, with her business partner.

After they began dating, rumours swirled that things were becoming serious for the couple as Prince Edward brought Sophie as his guest to royal events and weddings.

The pair were in no rush to settle down and tie the knot, and they dated for many years before announcing their engagement in January 1999.

Where and when did Sophie and Edward get married?

Prince Edward and Sophie were married on 19 June 1999 in St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle.

The ceremony was a relatively small affair and was less formal than most other royal weddings.

There was an intimate guest list and no military involvement at the service.

How many children do Prince Edward and Sophie have?

Edward and Sophie have two children together: one daughter and one son.

Lady Louise was born on 8 November 2003 and James, Earl of Wessex was born on 17 December 2007.

Sophie has previously spoken about wanting her children to live as normal lives as possible and thus chose not to give Louise and James royal titles, but rather noble titles instead.

In an interview with The Sunday Times in 2020, the Duchess Sophie said: “We try to bring them up with the understanding they are very likely to have to work for a living. Hence we made the decision not to use HRH titles. They have them and can decide to use them from 18, but I think it’s highly unlikely.”

Is Sophie a working royal?

Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh is a working royal within the British royal family, and has stepped up even more in terms of attending engagements lately.

While King Charles is treated for cancer and Catherine, Princess of Wales recovers from abdominal surgery, Sophie is one of many royal women who has taken on more royal duties.

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The princess has many key pieces in her wardrobe that she’s worn time and time again, and she has demonstrated that rewearing and upcycling items that are already in your closet is often the way to go.

As a literal princess, Kate Middleton, 42, attends countless public engagements every year, where she always looks the epitome of classy and stylish.

But because she appears at so many events, Catherine constantly needs outfits that are suited to the type of engagement she attends. But she doesn’t always buy new pieces.

The 42-year-old has favoured designers whose pieces she reaches for regularly and has worn numerous times, and she has also often upcycled items to give them a new life years later.

From suits to blazers to dresses and evening gowns, these are all the times Catherine, Princess of Wales has reworn pieces from her enviable wardrobe.

Jenny Packham Dress

2023 & 2024

At the 2024 Trooping the Colour parade, Kate made her first public appearance in months wearing an upcycled white midi Jenny Packham dress.

The dress was first worn the day before King Charles III’s coronation and originally featured a black striped belt and neckline, and the princess wore a pair of black pumps with her hair down.

This time around, the belt had been tweaked slightly, while the neckline was changed to feature a matching oversized bow. The princess also chose to pair the dress with a white hat, white heels, and wore her hair in a glamorous updo.

Catherine Walker Dress

2021 & 2023

Catherine loves a coat dress and this design with its vibrant red colour and dramatic bow on the neckline was perfect for the Together At Christmas carol service in 2021 where she debuted it.

The princess wore the dress again during a state visit from the South Korean president in 2023, this time wearing an overcoat and large red hat with it.

Burberry Suit

2023

The Princess of Wales first donned this green Burberry suit in March 2023 while meeting with Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway. She combined the suit with a green shirt for a monochromatic look.

Kate wore this outfit again later that year while visiting textile manufacturers in Leeds and Lancaster, this time opting for a simple white button-up shirt and a chunky gold necklace.

Eponine London Dress

2022 & 2023

As aforementioned, the coat dress silhouette is a favourite of the princess’.

Catherine first wore this burgundy number at the Together At Christmas carol service in 2022, and wore it again at a private service on the one-year anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s death with a matching hat and her hair in an updo.

Me+Em Dress

2021 & 2023

Kate debuted this pink long-sleeve midi dress during a visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, where she matched the look with pink suede heels, a pink buckled belt and a floral face mask.

The princess wore this number again at the Chelsea Flower show in 2023, this time switching the belt out for a pink sash-style one, and pairing them with her trusty espadrille wedges.

Catherine Walker Dress

2022 & 2023

Catherine wore yet another coat dress, this time in a bright cobalt blue colour, at the 2022 Commonwealth Service.

She wore the same outfit to the royal’s 2023 Easter service, but opted for a slightly different blue hat and matched the look with a blue bag as well.

Catherine Walker Coat

2018 & 2023

Kate Middleton made maternity style look effortless when she first debuted this red houndstooth coat in 2018 while she was pregnant with Prince Louis.

The Princess of Wales recycled the number five years later, this time pairing the coat with a black turtleneck, stockings and boots.

Alexander McQueen Suit

2022

2022 was the year of the white pantsuit for Princess Catherine who wore this set from Alexander McQueen three times that year.

In March she rocked a vibrant orange shirt with a matching bag while on a royal tour of the Caribbean, while in August she opted for a fully monochromatic white look while attending the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

Emilia Wickstead Dress

2019 & 2022

In 2019, Kate wore a custom-made mint midi-dress at the 50th anniversary of the then-Prince Charles’ investiture. She paired the look with beige heels and a matching bag.

The princess wore the dress again at a Buckingham Palace garden party in 2022 where she added a matching fascinator and this time opted for green heels for another monochromatic moment.

Alexander McQueen Dress

2015 & 2022

This Alexander McQueen coat dress has become a staple for the Princess of Wales, and she first debuted it in 2015 at Princess Charlotte’s christening.

Since then, Catherine has gone on to wear it multiple times, most recently in April 2022 at an ANZAC Day service at Westminster Abbey.

Alexander McQueen Blouse

2011 & 2021

This blouse has been worn by Kate Middleton many times, the first and most recent times being ten years apart! She first donned the top in 2011, pairing it with a navy skirt and suede navy heels.

When the princess wore the top again in 2021, she opted to combine the look with tailored navy trousers, a navy coat and pointed-toe navy heels.

Alexander McQueen Dress

2012 & 2019

As you can tell, Alexander McQueen is one of Catherine’s most favoured designers, and she has worn their pieces since she first became a royal.

The princess first wore this tartan coat dress to a visit to a school in 2012, wore it to the Christmas Day church service in 2013, and most recently to a visit to Dundee in 2019.

Alexander McQueen Coat

This beautiful blue coat was first worn by Catherine in 2014 on a royal tour of New Zealand.

The Princess of Wales rocked the same look again five years later in 2019.

Luisa Spagnoli Suit

2011 & 2017

Not long before her wedding to Prince William, Kate wore this vibrant red skirt suit in 2011. As it was winter at the time, she opted to pair the outfit with black stockings, tall black suede boots, a black turtleneck, and leather gloves with red trim.

When she appeared at an event in 2017 wearing the suit again, this time she wore simple black heels with it.

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The couple were married for 13 years, and share one daughter together.

Confirming the news to The Mail on Sunday, Princess Diana’s brother revealed that his divorce from Karen is “immensely sad” for him and his family.

Charles, 60, told the publication: “I just want to devote myself to all my children, and to my grandchildren, and I wish Karen every happiness in the future.”

The Mail on Sunday reported that Charles’ relationship with Karen, Countess of Spencer, came to an end whilst he was writing his memoir, A Very Private School. 

It’s believed that the writing of his book, which chronicles the trauma he experienced while at boarding school, put a strain on their marriage in recent years.

The news of their divorce comes just days after Karen announced the death of her father, who had sadly been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.

Karen, 52, is originally from Canada and in the announcement she revealed she had returned to Vancouver Island to support her family during this difficult time.

“My father passed away today after a long battle with Alzheimer’s,” she shared on social media. 

“I was happy to be there to support my mother and brother who have been doing the bulk of the heavy lifting in dealing with his care here on Vancouver Island.”

Charles and Karen first met in 2010 after being set up on a blind date in Los Angeles, and the pair were married on 18 June 2011, four months after they were engaged.

The wedding took place at Charles’ ancestral home, Althorp House, where the couple then resided together for the duration of their marriage.

Charles and Karen share a 12-year-old daughter, Lady Charlotte Diana, whose middle name pays tribute to Charles’ sister, the late Princess Diana.

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The Duke tied the knot with his long-time partner Olivia Henson at Chester Cathedral in England, and Prince William played a key role at the event – acting as an usher.

Hugh and Olivia’s wedding was one of the biggest days of the year in high society, and the guest list was nothing short of star-studded.

The Duke of Westminster, 33, is a billionaire businessman and aristocrat who shares a close relationship with William, the Prince of Wales.

The nature of his close bond with Prince William was proven when he was named as one of Prince George’s godparents. Hugh’s ties to the royal family go even further than that, as King Charles is also one of his godparents.

As such, William took on a key role at his friend’s wedding, with the prince acting as an usher on the day.

Despite her husband’s role in the ceremony, Catherine, Princess of Wale did not attend the event as she continues to receive treatment for cancer. Likewise, King Charles III was also absent on the day as he continues his own recovery.

According to a source who spoke to PEOPLE, the Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, were invited to Hugh and Olivia’s wedding however they declined their invitation to the event. It was reportedly an “understanding between the two friends” that Harry and Meghan wouldn’t attend as not to detract from the big day as focus would likely shift to William and Harry’s current rift.

Like his brother, Prince Harry has also shared a close bond with Hugh for many years who is also the godfather of Harry’s son Archie, five.

Hugh inherited his title from his father in 2016, making him one of the wealthiest men in Britain.

Known as ‘Hughie’ by his friends, the Duke also inherited control of the Grosvenor Estate and the seat at Eaton Hall, as well as 140,000 acres of land in prime locations across the country.

The 7th Duke of Westminster was long referred to as ‘the most eligible man in Britain’ due to his status, wealth and close relationship with the royal family.

Meanwhile, Hugh’s now-wife Olivia Henson is a senior account manager at Belazu, a food company located in London.

The pair met in 2021 through mutual friends and they were engaged two years later in April 2023.

Hugh and Olivia’s wedding ceremony took place at Chester Cathedral, which was followed by a reception at Eaton Hall.

Prior to their wedding, a spokesperson for the pair said: “The couple have chosen the cathedral for both its beauty and long association with the Grosvenor family, including to the Duke personally.”

Hugh also spoke to Town & Country ahead of his nuptials, saying: “I think next time we’re in here [Chester Cathedral] will be slightly more nerve-wracking. But I’m unbelievably excited.

“I also just wanted to make it very clear how unbelievably helpful people have been, how supportive they’ve been so far which I’m unbelievably grateful for. Because I do realise that it’s going to be a big thing for the city. It’s going to be certainly a huge thing for us, so we’re just really grateful for all the help.”

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But the relationship has long since soured, with rumours of a rift over leaked stories, free clothes and David’s friendship with Harry’s estranged brother William, dating back to 2018.

FRESH WOUNDS FOR PRINCE HARRY

Last week, the latest twist in the tale emerged, with Harry, 39, said to be fuming over the footballer’s cosy new friendship with his father, King Charles, 75.

In a series of photos released to the press, King Charles and David, 49, were seen laughing as they swapped beekeeping tips and announced the British football legend’s new role as ambassador of the King’s Foundation.

An “excited” Becks shared, “I’m particularly looking forward to supporting the Foundation’s education programs and its efforts to ensure young people have greater access to nature.”

And while the King couldn’t be happier, his wayward son isn’t impressed. “Harry’s head has been spinning since he saw those photos. He can’t help but feel jealous – and betrayed.

“David was his friend not so long ago, so it’s a double blow to see him being friendly with his dad and taking an ambassadorship role that should have been for him,” a palace insider spills.

‘ALMOST CRUEL’

“Clearly there’s genuine affection between Charles and David but this will deeply upset Harry, who is still smarting over his father’s snub when he was in London just weeks ago.

“It’s almost cruel that Charles has time to hang out with David and play beekeepers, but he can’t meet up with his own son for 15 minutes,” adds the source of Charles’ decision to meet with Becks and not Harry while he was in the UK for the Invictus Games event in May.

“Harry will never be feeling more out of the loop and alone. He and David used to be best friends, so it’s a gut-wrenching reminder of another long-lost friendship.

“To see David so chummy with his dad will feel like a double betrayal to Harry. He considered David a very close friend – he misses him.” 

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Unfortunately, Australia has suffered the highest rate of mammal extinctions in the world over the past quarter of a century. Already 34 species have been declared extinct.

Predators like feral cats and foxes are much to blame for these tragic declines. Fortunately, King Charles has a special bond to Australia’s bush. And he’s doubling down to keep Australia’s furry and feathered friends safe. 

HOPE FOR AUSSIE ANIMALS

King Charles’ decision to stick with AWC was easy, even after sifting through more than a thousand organisations. 

And Tim Allard, AWC Chief Executive Officer, couldn’t be happier with His Majesty’s decision. He welcomed the confirmation, saying AWC is honoured by King Charles III’s ongoing support. 

“We thank His Majesty the King for his continued support of Australian Wildlife Conservancy,” Tim said. 

“We share the King’s passion for conservation and anticipate that the Patronage will continue to bring global attention to the plight of Australia’s threatened wildlife and AWC’s work in reversing the tide of extinctions.

“AWC’s innovative model has allowed us to secure and protect populations of iconic endangered species that would otherwise fall prey to introduced predators, such as cats and foxes, land clearing and increasing pressures from climate change.” 

AN ENVIRONMENTAL ACTIVIST

King Charles III’s Patronage of AWC commenced in 2013. Over the last decade, the King lent his reputation as an environmental activist to raise AWC’s profile globally. He even recorded a special video message in 2021, celebrating AWC’s 30th anniversary. 

The global leader in conservation works aim to halt and reverse the loss of wildlife through landscape scale conservation land management, reintroductions of threatened species and the establishment of ‘safe havens’, where introduced predators have been eliminated. 

Currently, AWC manages Australia’s largest network of safe havens, with nine fenced areas and one island making up 47,700 hectares of feral predator-free landscapes. Sanctuaries where predators are intensively managed are located at these sites.

AWC has founded 53 populations of 24 threatened and locally extinct mammals. 

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The Duchess of York has revealed that “family unity is key” to getting through these difficult times.

Sarah, often referred to as Fergie, first announced she was diagnosed with breast cancer in June 2023 and after undergoing a successful surgery she was deemed cancer-free.

However, just six months later it was revealed that Fergie had also been diagnosed with malignant melanoma, an aggressive form of skin cancer.

It has since been confirmed that the Duchess of York has been given the “all clear” and is now “doing really well.”

Sarah’s cancer battles were sadly followed by the news that other members of the British royal family had also been diagnosed with cancer.

King Charles and Kate Middleton are both currently undergoing treatment for undisclosed forms of the disease, and Fergie has revealed that they are supporting each other during this difficult time by staying unified as a family.

When speaking about how the three members of the British royal family are helping and encouraging each other with their respective health scares, Sarah said, “I think the key is that you don’t have to be in anyone’s face – the odd note, the odd: ‘Hello, we’re all here.’ 

“I was so impressed that the King became patron of Cancer Research UK; it’s such an amazing move.

“And I think the Princess of Wales was so brave with that video [where Catherine announced her diagnosis]. I think family unity is key. I love that the royal family are all supporting each other and carry on,” the Duchess told HELLO!.

Both King Charles and Sarah have now returned to public facing duties, however it is still yet to be announced when Princess Catherine will be attending royal engagements once again.

The next big event on the royal calendar is the Trooping the Colour, which marks the celebration of the King’s birthday on 15 June.

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Eugenie, 34, has two children whom she shares with husband Jack Brooksbank, 38, and her sons are her pride and joy in life.

As the daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, Eugenie is no stranger to living in the public eye, but she does choose to keep her family life relatively private.

Queen Elizabeth II’s granddaughter first met her now-husband Jack Brooksbank in 2010 while on a ski trip in Switzerland and the pair agree that it was “love at first sight”.

Since their first meeting, the couple have gone on to welcome two sons, August Philip Hawke Brooksbank and Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank.

Below, we detail everything to know about Princess Eugenie’s children, August and Ernest.

Eugenie and Jack’s first son, August Philip Hawke Brooksbank, was born on 9 February 2021.

The couple introduced August to the world 11 days later via an Instagram post.

“We wanted to introduce you to August Philip Hawke Brooksbank.. ⁣,” the royal wrote.

“Thank you for so many wonderful messages. Our hearts are full of love for this little human, words can’t express. We are excited to be able to share these photos with you.⁣”

One of August’s middle names, Philip, is a tribute to Eugenie’s grandfather, Prince Philip, who passed away just two months after he was born.

But that’s not the only nod to his royal roots in his name.

“On his grandfather’s birthday weekend, thinking of my grandfather, we are introducing our little boy. He is named after his great grandfather and both of his great x5 grandfathers,” Eugenie wrote on her Instagram stories.

August’s first name is in honour of Queen Victoria’s husband Prince Albert, who was born Franz Albert August Karl Emanuel. 

Meanwhile, his other middle name, Hawke, comes from a distant great grandfather on Jack’s side, Reverent Edward Hawke Brooksbank.

August was christened on 21 November 2021 alongside his second cousin Lucas Tindall, who is the son of Eugenie’s cousin Zara.

Despite being just three years old, August has already attended multiple royal events. He watched the Trooping the Colour event in 2022, and made his royal debut just days later at the late Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Princess Eugenie’s second child, Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank, was born on 30 May 2023.

The royal once again confirmed the arrival of her son via Instagram, uploading some adorable photos of the newborn. 

“Jack and I wanted to share the news that we had our little boy, Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank on 30th May 2023 at 8.49 weighing 7.1lbs,” Eugenie said.

“He is named after his great great great Grandfather George, his Grandpa George and my Grandpa Ronald.

“Augie is loving being a big brother already.”

The princess often shares glimpses into her life as a mother-of-two through her social media page, and most recently she posted a heartwarming tribute to her youngest son on his first birthday.

“One year of you my dear Ernest. Happy birthday!! We all love you so much, especially your enormous smile you give the world.. but you always save an extra special one for Mumma. Xxx ,” Eugenie wrote.

Ernest hasn’t yet attended any public royal events, but we’re sure he will accompany his mother to engagements when he gets older.

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