Bake Off's Prue Leith says she won't be made Dame by Royal Family as it would 'take years'

Their appearance at the memorial service for their great-grandfather Prince Philip was a surprise but, despite their young age, Prince George and Princess Charlotte behaved perfectly.The elder Cambridge children, who are currently on Easter holidays from Thomas’s school in London's Battersea, were immaculately turned out for the moving service at Westminster Abbey. George, eight, wore a suit while his six-year-old sister looked smart in a navy coat and tights.They arrived at the service alongside their parents, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, with George holding 39 year old William’s hand and Charlotte doing the same with her 40 year old mother.The family were met by the Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle, Dean of Westminster, who was conducting the service.

Kate Middleton made a cheeky three-word comment to Prince William at Prince Philip's memorial service which left her husband smiling, a lip reading expert has revealed.Members of the Royal Family attended the thanksgiving service at Westminster Abbey earlier today (March 29) to celebrate Prince Philip's life, who passed away in April last year at the age of 99.The Queen was the last to enter the Abbey, escorted by her son, Prince Andrew the Duke of York.It had been feared Her Majesty would not be able to attend due to health concerns, but she was present for her husband's memorial service.The final decision to attend was made earlier this morning and special arrangements were put in place for her comfort, with the service being limited to 50 minutes and the monarch sitting in one of the Canada chairs along with an additional cushion.When the service finished, guests started leaving the Abbey one by one led by the monarch, who left first through the Poets' Corner – the same way she came in.As the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge made their way to the exit, accompanied by their two eldest children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte – Prince Louis did not attend the service – cameras captured the moment William smiled after his wife Kate told him something.Speaking exclusively to the Daily Star, lip readers Suzie and David from Lipspeaker UK, Kate turned to her husband and said: "Looks like we made it".To stay up to date with all the latest news, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters here.The Duchess' comments could be a sign of relief for getting through the service without any difficulties, especially when accompanied by young children.As well as members of the Royal Family, more than 30 foreign royals, the

The Royal Family are gathering together today to pay tribute to Prince Philip, nearly a year on from his sad death in April 2021. After it was confirmed that The Queen will attend the special Service of Thanksgiving, there has been speculation over whether herself and the rest of the family will follow traditions and wear black for the ceremony.

Prince William reportedly held emergency talks with senior aides following the backlash to his and Kate Middleton’s recent royal tour.The couple just completed an eight day tour around Belize, Jamaica and the Bahamas, but the visit wasn’t without controversy.The trip faced backlash against the royal visit from some who called on the couple to address the growing anti-monarchy sentiment in the three Caribbean countries. Although the three countries gained independence last century, they still officially have the Queen as head of state.

Kate Middleton and Prince William's royal tour to the Caribbean would have been a "roaring triumph" if Meghan Marke and Prince Harry had done it, claims a royal expert.The Cambridge's trip hasn't exactly gone smoothly, with anti-monarchy protests over the Royal Family's colonial past, and Belize and Jamaica announcing their intentions to become republics.There were also several gaffes, including poorly angled photographs will children behind fences and Kate appearing to be openly snubbed by Jamaican politician Lisa Hanna.However, according to journalist and author Tony Parsons, this wouldn't have been the case had the Sussexes made the trip. Writing in The Sun he said: "William and Kate did their very best.

Meghan Markle is unlikely to "get her hands on royal palaces" quipped Changing Rooms host Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen.

Queen “knows” Prince Philip would be “angry and disappointed” that Prince Harry is not attending his memorial service, a royal expert has claimed. The Duke of Sussex and his wife Meghan Markle have decided not to fly back to the UK for the thanksgiving event on Tuesday (March 29). He was originally planning to attend but pulled out over rows about his security in the UK.

Prince Harry at the Royal Variety Show in 2015.The comedian, 33, aimed several jibes at the Duke of Sussex during his performance at the time.The stand-up comic has now made another jibe at The London Palladium as part of his How To Survive The Summer Holidays tour alongside his mum Hilary Whitehall, 59, and dad Michael Whitehall, 81, on March 23.The trio entertained fans with their stage antics as Jack interviewed his parents.As they recall various anecdotes of their lives, the film actor recalled an awkward royal moment.Jack reportedly joked that he had been "banned" after taking a cheeky swipe at Prince HarryMichael referenced Meghan Markle's recent book, The Bench, which he suggested had "changed his life".He then claimed that Jack had been "banned" from seeing his friend Harry during their standup routine.But the comic suggested that it was his joke at The Royal Variety show which got him snubbed.“I think I have been banned because I called him 'Ginger Nuts’ at the Royal Variety," Jack replied, according to The Sun.The comic referred to his appearance at The Royal Variety Performance in 2015 and viewers may recall the various swipes made towards Prince Harry.The comedian joked about the royal running the country, to his time in the British Army before he went on to explain why the public adores the young royal so much."Now you have done some incredible things of course; all the work you've done for charity and you've served your country with distinction in the British army," Jack mused."But most importantly, when we look at you, we know that if you were one of our friends, you would be one of the lads."'They called it a tumour' Jasmine Harman addresses family struggles[LATEST]Brendan Cole hits out at Strictly for

Meghan Markle would have been “hit very hard” by her mum’s decision to return to Los Angeles after the birth of her first grandchild, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, claims a royal expert.Meghan and Harry stepped down from their roles as senior royals the year after Archie was born, but prior to that they were living in Frogmore Cottage on the royal estate in Windsor.Meghan’s mother, Doria Ragland, stayed at Frogmore for two weeks after Archie was born and is is believed to played a crucial role in helping her daughter and son-in-law adjust to parenthood.“Doria was very supportive,” said royal expert Ashley Pearson, “but, of course, she had to go home, so I think Doria’s absence would have hit Meghan very hard.” It was after her mum’s departure, says royal commentator Emily Andrews that Meghan started to feel “trapped” and “misunderstood” – feelings which ultimately led to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex announcing that they were stepping back as senior members of the Royal Family. A few months later, in October 2019 Meghan revealed her heartbreak in the documentary Harry and Meghan: An African Journey: ”I've said for a long time to H… that's what I call him … it's not enough to just survive something, right?"That's not the point of life.

For most of us, the closest we’ll get to the Queen is a quick glimpse on TV or from afar at a public event. But for world leaders and famous folk, handshakes and conversation is on the cards - how exciting! There’s plenty of royal rules to follow when you meet the monarch, from bowing and curtseying to saying ‘ma’am’ like ‘ham’ and never showing her your back. But what if you do something wrong? On the odd occasion, Her Majesty has shown her famous disapproving ‘look’ - but it’s not what you think.

Kate Middleton “has not put a foot wrong” during a “difficult” Caribbean tour, a royal expert has said. Kate and her husband Prince William are midway through a week-long tour that sees them visit Belize, Jamaica and the Bahamas. According to royal author Robert Jobson, during this time Kate “hasn’t put a foot wrong” and has proved she can “take anything in her stride” while keeping “a smile on her face”.

While on their Caribbean tour, the Duke and Duchess stopped off at Bob Marley's old Kingston neighbourhood of Trench Town.They wasted no time in jumping into a bobsleigh with the Cool Runnings team and they all decided to have a selfie. One of the team could be seen holding the phone as they snapped the selfie with the team and Kate and Will in the middle in the bobsleigh made for two.There's no denying the photo was an amazing one, but it's uncommon for members for the Royal Family to have a selfie.

The Great British Bake Off, returns once again as a whole of host of stars take on baking challenges in an effort to raise money and awareness for Stand Up to Cancer. The Channel 4 series, which started on airing on Tuesday March 22, will see contestants take on a range of challenges including making decorated biscuits, a technical round involving making madeleines and an another round to showcase their secret baking talents.

We’re loving seeing Kate Middleton’s royal Caribbean tour hair looks. It’s only day four but she’s already debuted a sleek day look with a mirror-like shine, plus sported her signature waves and a classic Kate ponytail. Now yesterday, in a look we haven’t seen her wear before, Kate showed off a clever twisted updo – and it’s the perfect style for a hot and humid climate.The name of this style is topsy ponytail, which essentially means the hair has been put into a pony before being twisted through to create a loop.

The Queen is not doing as many events as she doesn't want to be seen struggling while using a wheelchair, according to friend to royals Christopher Biggins. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, 95, has been carrying out virtual audiences from her home of Windsor Castle, including one iwth the Ambassador of Qatar and the Ambassador of Poland.

The celebrity version of the Great British Bake Off finally returned to screens on Tuesday night and once again it was for a very special cause.

The Great British Bake Off's charity edition, Stand-up to Cancer, was back on our screens again on Channel 4 tonight (March 22) with a host of celebrities entering the white tent to face a series of intense baking challenges. In the special one-hour long programme, the famous faces were tasked with coming up with their own biscuit designs to impress judges and cooking experts Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood. However, viewers already had something to say about presenter Emma Willis' design that look like something very naughty.

Great British Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood will be back on our screens with The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer and while he is known for his baking skills, he also has another talent. The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer begins on Channel 4 on Tuesday, March, 22 and runs for five weeks, and when Paul isn't creating amazing baking recipes he can be found whizzing around a race track.

Sir Mo Farah, singer Ellie Goulding and Strictly Come Dancing judge Motsi Mabuse. Other stars who will put their baking skills to the test include comedian and creator of Taskmaster Alex Horne, TV presenter Emma Willis, singer-songwriter Example and choirmaster Gareth Malone. Also hoping to impress the judges are radio DJ Annie Mac, actor and author Ben Miller, The Inbetweeners star Blake Harrison, and TV and radio presenter Clara Amfo.

The Great British Bake Off is one of the most popular reality shows on the air today and fans have been interested in the three judges and how they make their money!

Great British Bake Off are used to seeing Noel Fielding and Matt Lucas present the hit show as a pair. But in one upcoming episode, there will be a formatting shake up where comedian Noel will front the programme alone.