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“My Mother and I,” which explores King Charles’ relationship with his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II.“A friend of mine worked there at the time,” Seward told Fox News Digital about the country estate where the royals celebrate the holidays.“Diana hated Sandringham,” said Seward. “Even when her romance with Charles was going well, she still didn’t like it… I think she found it claustrophobic because Diana was such a free spirit. She didn’t want to have to enjoy herself with so many rules.

Over the years, the Royal Family have introduced many customs which have gone on to become popular traditions. One of the most famous of these is the Christmas tree which is thought to have first seen in the UK thanks to King George III's wife, Queen Charlotte.

King Charles has chosen to shake things up this year by not filming his traditional Christmas message at a royal estate, marking a significant departure from tradition.The 76 year old monarch recorded his speech at the Fitzrovia Chapel, a former hospital chapel in Pearson Square, central London, nearly two weeks ago, as reported by the Telegraph.The choice of location seems to hold two very touching meanings, one reflecting his deeply rooted Christian beliefs and the other acknowledging the health challenges he and others have faced this year. It's believed that this year, the King will choose to reflect on international, national and personal challenges and how they can be overcome by communities supporting each other.

A moment from Christmas in 2019 was said to have convinced Prince Harry and Meghan Markle that the "entire institution" was against them during their time working in the Royal Family due to an "unspoken code". While there were a number of causes which ultimately contributed to their departure, it has been said that one key moment was the "final straw" and "tipped them over the edge" to step back from their roles within The Firm.

Prince Harry was reportedly left red "with anger" when Meghan Markle recalled her initial curtsy to the late Queen Elizabeth, a body language expert has claimed.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex opened up about their life in the Royal Family as part of their Netflix series Harry and Meghan, which was released in 2022. During the show, the pair shared insights about Meghan's first meeting with Queen Elizabeth II, which occurred at Windsor before a lunch with Princess Eugenie at Royal Lodge. In Harry discussed the uniqueness of explaining traditions, such as bowing and curtsying.

Among the nation's favourite Christmas films are classics such as Home Alone, Love Actually, Miracle on 34th Street, Elf and A Christmas Carol - but it would seem that Queen Elizabeth's favourite festive flick was far from traditional. It was revealed by one of the lead actors himself that the monarch used to sit down every year with her grandchildren to watch the film.

Prince Andrew is reportedly shunning his responsibility to care for the corgis inherited from his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II, while being embroiled in a scandal involving links with an alleged Chinese spy. Despite facing intense scrutiny, a statement from his office claimed that he had "ceased all contact" with the man in question, known as H6, upon initial concerns.The Duke of York's entanglement in this controversy has left members of the Royal Family seething, and it appears to be weighing heavily on him, so much so that he hasn't found the energy to walk his two cherished corgis—a task he usually performed with enthusiasm.

Prince Andrew is reportedly “sulking” and “refusing” to walk the two corgis he inherited from his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II, as he faces a scandal over his connections to an alleged Chinese spy. The disgraced duke, 64, has resorted to delegating the dog duties to “flunkies,” according to The Sun, rather than exercise the pets himself on the grounds of Royal Lodge, the massive Windsor estate his brother King Charles III has tried — and thus far failed — to evict him from.“He’s so down and demoralized he hasn’t even been able to get himself motivated to take the dogs for a walk,” an insider allegedly told The Sun.“He used to do it regularly but recently he can’t even bring himself to go out.”The Duke of York shares custody of the dogs with his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson, 65.

A Scots legend behind the iconic Walker's Shortbread brand has sadly died aged 80.

Kate Middleton appears to be taking style cues from the late Queen Elizabeth II, often seen utilising a fashion technique beloved by the monarch.

Every Christmas, each royal residence receives a glamorous glow-up. Windsor Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh are the focuses for the festive transformations and the complex preparations are overseen by a vast ‘bling’ squad, involving florists, exhibition staff and curators from the Royal Collection Trust (RCT).The number of trees used varies from year to year but one thing never changes: the challenges faced by the project team. Sally Goodsir, senior curator of decorative arts, and Hannah Belcher, senior exhibition project co-ordinator, exclusively reveal the secrets to putting on a decadent display fit for a King.

It's been over two years since King Charles III took over the throne, following the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth II. However, he isn't the only Charles in the family with a royal title - there is also Charles Armstrong-Jones, the grandson of Princess Margaret. While Princess Margaret's grandchildren - of which there are four - often fade into the background, they do tend to appear at national events such as royal weddings, thanksgiving services and funerals outside of living their normal lives.

Prince Andrew is reportedly set to spend Christmas at the secluded royal farmhouse, Wood Farm, which is part of the Sandringham estate.

Prince Andrew could be set to spend Christmas at remote royal farmhouse Wood Farm this year, which is part of the family's Sandringham estate but stands alone and 'isolated'.The royal has spent much of this year locking horns with his brother, King Charles, over living arrangements and his decision not to vacate Royal lodge. But despite some animosity between the siblings, The Duke Of York is said to still be invited to Sandringham for the festive celebrations alongside his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson and their adult children, Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice.

There’s no doubt that 2024 has turned out to be a difficult and emotional year for the royals, and the shock cancer diagnosis received by both King Charles and the Princess of Wales would have been deeply distressing for the late Queen Elizabeth. “It was a double whammy of bad news affecting two of those closest to her, so it would have upset her terribly had she still been alive,” royal commentator Duncan Larcombe tells OK!. “But I think she would have been extremely proud of how they’ve both handled things.The Queen always had that ‘keep calm and carry on’ work ethic, and we’ve really seen that continue with the King.

Buckingham Palace has today released King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla's Christmas card for 2024.

found himself in an eviction war with his older brother, King Charles.Andrew, 64, has been consciously keeping a low profile at his plush royal digs, resulting in his social circle dwindling.As a result, he now “barely goes out” and is “not that welcome anywhere,” sources told the Daily Mail.“He just doesn’t have that many friends any more,” the insider added.Though he’s been enjoying the company of his horse in recent weeks, the non-working royal family member — whose HRH title was stripped by his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II, has only had a handful of public appearances in the last few years.Indeed, it’s been reported that Andrew had become “increasingly clingy” toward his daughters, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, after being financially cut off by Charles.“Andrew is like a lost puppy these days, constantly leaning on Sarah and their daughters for emotional support,” a palace source told InTouch last month.“He’s become increasingly clingy, reaching out to them every chance he gets, almost as if they’re his only lifeline.”Andrew’s daughters, who both have families of their own, are two of the very few members still giving the scandal-scarred royal the time of day.“While Sarah and the girls are sympathetic to a point, they also have their own lives to manage,” the insider said, adding that Beatrice and Eugenie have felt a “strain” following their father’s PR nightmare.Andrew was poised to leave the Royal Lodge after the king refused to continue financially carrying his brother’s weight.However, it sensationally emerged last month that the disgraced royal had found a mystery financial backer at the eleventh hour — allowing him and his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, to remain at the sprawling property.Since finding an

People, King Charles, 76, was driven from Buckingham Place to Horse Guards Parade where the national anthem “God Save The King” played upon his arrival.Queen Camilla, 77, was forced to miss the event since she’s recovering from a chest infection. However, she’s expected to be at the lunch and the viewing of the gifts later today.Meanwhile, Middleton, 42, attended Tuesday’s festivities — which marked her first state visit since her cancer diagnosis earlier this year — in a Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen burgundy coat and a matching hat to honor the color of the Qatar flag.

who passed away in September 2022 at the age of 96, got the shove while dressed in full royal regalia — “crowns, gowns, everything” — according to Reverend Richard Coles, a British former pop star-turned-writer, radio host and priest.Coles, 62, is currently competing on the UK reality TV series, “I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!” The show recently posted a clip of the former Communards artist telling his fellow contestants the hilarious tale about Queen Elizabeth.“I heard a great story about the late Queen,” Coles said in the video. “It was a State Opening of Parliament, so she got all robed up and everything to go into the chamber.

the Times in an interview published Tuesday about his experiences — good and bad — with the royal family.“Some aren’t as great as others,” he said. “They do amazing work — but they’re also a modern family that’s very dysfunctional.”Haskell noted that he attended Harry, 40, and Meghan Markle’s wedding in May 2018, as well as Harry’s cousin Zara Tindall and Mike Tindall’s wedding in July 2011, which is where he met the Duke of Sussex.“To those who want to get rid of the monarchy — once they’re gone, they’re gone,” said Haskell.

The Prince and Princess of Wales announced their engagement during a photo call at Clarence House 14 years ago on November 16, 2010. It emerged that Prince William had asked the all important question a few weeks earlier during a private holiday to Kenya - but he chose to stray from convention in a surprising way. During their engagement interview with journalist Tom Bradby, the couple were asked many questions and one answer revealed that Prince William had broken a major tradition when he proposed.The Prince was asked if he had spoken to Michael Middleton before he asked for his daughter's hand in marriage.