On November 16, 2010, Prince William and Kate Middleton officially announced their engagement, posing for photos in the State Apartments at St. James’s Palace in London.
After months of speculation, Clarence House confirmed the exciting news, stating that the couple planned to marry in the spring or summer of the following year. Until then, they would continue living in North Wales, where Prince William was serving as a search and rescue pilot for the RAF. This marked the beginning of a historic chapter for the future royal couple.
After eight years of dating, the couple got engaged during a vacation in Kenya. Their engagement, like many royal engagements, captured the public’s imagination, with Prince William’s confession about a significant secret he kept from Kate Middleton adding to the intrigue.
Renowned author Robert Hardman describes the announcement of the royal engagement as the beginning of years of public anticipation. He explains that royal engagements often spark fascination with every detail, from the wedding dress design to the choice of bridesmaids and best man, and where the wedding will be broadcast.
When Prince William and Kate Middleton announced their engagement in November 2010, it created quite a stir. The couple shared details about their romantic Kenyan vacation, where William proposed using Princess Diana’s engagement ring. In an interview with Tom Bradby of ITV, William explained, as reported by OK Magazine, “It is the place my father took my brother and me shortly after our mother died. I couldn’t think of a better place to propose to Catherine than Kenya, so I got down on one knee there.” He added with a smile, “I knew if this thing disappeared, I’d be in a lot of trouble.”
The couple’s official engagement photograph was taken at St. James’s Palace by renowned photographer Mario Testino, who admitted he waited quite a while to capture the perfect shot. The iconic image highlighted the stunning engagement ring, which featured a large sapphire surrounded by 14 sparkling diamonds. The ring was resized by renowned jewelers G. Collins and Sons to fit Kate Middleton, adding a special touch to the memorable photograph.
British royal family news divulges that Prince William and Queen Camilla have allegedly teamed up to prevent Prince Harry from worming his way back into the monarchy. It’s a dirty job but somebody’s got to do it.
Here’s everything you need to know about how William and Camilla may trying to save the fabric and fiber of the UK monarchy.
Camilla And William Team Up?
According to the Daily Beast, the King Charles would like to repair the relationship that Harry has torn asunder for “personal reasons and to ease pressure on the monarchy itself.” Not everyone is on board with that idea however.
A source claims that Queen Camilla and the Prince of Wales are giving it their best try to keep Harry from further contaminating the inner sanctum.
Royal Family News – Will Harry Return To The Monarchy?
In Touch Weekly also reported on what may be happening behind the scenes at the palace, suggesting that the queen has apparently advised against a meeting between Charles and Harry while the former undergoes cancer treatment.
Royal Family News – Camilla Urges The King To Slow Down
Camilla is concerned for Charles’ health and allegedly wants to keep his stress levels to a minimum. Be that as it may, Charles and Camilla recently undertook a grueling tour of Australia and Samoa.
Camilla is now ill according to Buckingham Palace. She was to attend Remembrance Day events, but could not due to a “chest infection.”
An insider told the outlet that Camilla has been “the principal voice urging Charles to slow down and take things easy. The last thing she wants him to do is to get stressed out over a meeting with Harry.”
Royal Family News – Anne And Catherine Are Well
As the drama unfolds, the royals hope for a healthy and happy New Year. Kate Middleton was also afflicted with cancer this year, and Princess Anne sustained a concussion during a horse-related event on her estate.
Both women are well and participating in royal duties, and Kate will continue with her annual Christmas Carol presentation in December.
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