Princess Kate Will Pay Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II While Hosting 2nd Annual Christmas Concert at Westminster Abbey
usmagazine.comHoliday happiness! Princess Kate is hosting the second annual Christmas carol concert — with a special tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.Kate, 40, will oversee the holiday event at Westminster Abbey on Thursday, December 15, Buckingham Palace announced on Friday, November 4.
It will later air on Christmas Eve on ITV.The night will “celebrate the joy that human connection can bring” by bringing together the royal family with charity staff, frontline workers, community volunteers and military personnel, per the palace. “These principles are shared and personified by the inspirational guests who have been invited to the Abbey from across the U.K.
in recognition of their tireless efforts to help and care for those around them,” the statement concluded.Prince William’s wife will also pay homage throughout the program to the late queen, who died in September at age 96.The magical night promises to embody some of Elizabeth’s biggest strengths, which she demonstrated throughout her life, “including empathy, compassion and support for others,” ITV said in a press release.
The network noted that it will also highlight the “selfless efforts” of those who’ve served the U.K. over the last years.“Forging friendships and strengthening communities [as well as] creating legacies of humility and kindness” is the goal for the program, according to the broadcaster. “Whilst also providing relief and comfort in times of difficulty or loss.”The Prince and Princess of Wales announced the celebration via social media on Friday, sharing a video of an artist painting a watercolor picture of Westminster Abbey. “A date for your diary this December!
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