KATE’S PAIN: Prince Harry’s 9-WORD comment that left Princess Kate at breaking point
Zara Tindall to be reunited with lesser-known half-sister as huge royal event looms
Zara Tindall is tipped to reunite with a beloved family member in just a few days, as her brother’s wedding is just around the corner. Peter Phillips is marrying his fiancée, Harriet Sperling, at a lavish but private family ceremony in Gloucestershire.
The wedding ceremony will take place at All Saints Church in Cirencester, while the reception will reportedly be held at Princess Anne’s home, Gatcombe Park. While the official guest list has not yet been confirmed, several members of the Royal Family are expected to attend the grand affair.
Zara will likely mingle with the rest of her royal relatives as they all celebrate Peter’s second marriage, but it’s not the only people she will celebrate the nuptials with.
Zara and Peter’s half-sister could attend (Image: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)
Harry and Meghan’s new move is their last chance but it’s doomed to fail
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are still desperately trying to make it as bona fide showbiz celebrities and seem to be pinning a lot on a “polo-themed” drama series they will executive-produce for Netflix, which was announced by Deadline in March this year. The Montecito couple’s upcoming drama series can’t match the antics of the Dame Jilly Cooper adaptation.
Undeterred by the failure of Harry’s vanity project, a Polo documentary in December 2024 the pair seem to think the currently untitled series set in the “high-flying equestrian town” of Wellington, Florida, is the perfect draw for viewers. They have reckoned without one thing though – the power of Dame Jilly Cooper and her characters.
The second season of Rivals, based on her Rutshire Chronicles series, is currently streaming on Disney+ and while it is not ostensibly about Polo, the sport features regularly. It is a staple on the show based on the novels (one of them is even called Polo) and the universe they are set in. With that in mind the series features glamorous matches, such as the Rutshire Cup, and some stunningly beautiful players – including identical twins!
Harry and Meghan have been criticised (Image: Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)
Everyone says the same thing as Princess Kate steps out in £1.6k red dress
Princess Catherine has impressed royal fans tonight as she stepped out at an important event. The Princess of Wales was all smiles as she joined the King and Queen to celebrate 125 years of Cancer Research UK on Tuesday.
The princess, 44, joined Their Majesties at St James’ Palace to celebrate the charity’s invaluable work in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer. The charity is no doubt important to Catherine, who was diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer at the start of 2024 and undertaking six months of chemotherapy. She announced at the start of 2025 that she was in remission.
As she stepped out at the event tonight, which was attended by a number of celebrities including Davina McCall and Adele Roberts, Catherine was quick to catch the attention of royal fans online with her outfit choice – a £1,600 red polka heart midi dress by Rodarte with a detachable flower charm.
Princess Catherine wowed tonight (Image: Jonathan Brady – Pool/Getty Images)
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tipped for Balmoral invite as ‘prime opportunity’ looms
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are tipped to get an invite to Balmoral this summer and their latest trip to Britain looms. The Duke of Sussex is expected to return to his home country this summer to attend the one-year-to-go event for the Invictus Games in Birmingham in 2027.
Harry’s trip is planned for July, when he will also attend another event for his charity, WellChild. Even though it has not been confirmed, it is highly likely that his wife, the Duchess of Sussex, will accompany him for the Invictus event.
Meghan attended both the one-year-to-go events in Germany in 2022 and Canada in 2024.
Harry and Meghan could return to the UK soon (Image: Jonathan Brady-Pool/Getty Images)
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor causing ‘torture’ for King – ‘nothing else Charles can do’
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has caused chaos for the reputation of the Royal Family, with his brother, King Charles, forced to take action. Royal experts have weighed in on whether there’s anything else left for King Charles to do in relation to the “Andrew problem”.
On The Sun’s Royal Exclusive Podcast, TalkTV Presenter, Mark Dolan, says the king has done everything he can but he can’t “unbrother” Andrew.
He said: “The damage to the monarchy is ongoing.”
Mark adds: “This is perfect torture for Charles, isn’t it? Because he as pulled all the levers he can. Andrew is no longer Prince Andrew, no longer a member of the Order of the Garter, or Duke of York – what else are you supposed to do? You can’t unbrother someone exactly – there’s nothing else.
Andrew has damaged the monarchy (Image: Adrian DENNIS / AFP via Getty Images)
Princess Kate beams in red as she joins King and Queen at cancer reception
The Princess of Wales joined the King and Queen to celebrate 125 years of Cancer Research UK tonight. Catherine, whose attendance at the event was announced by Kensington Palace only hours earlier, joined the royal couple to celebrate the charity’s invaluable work in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
High-profile supporters of the charity, including Davina McCall, Hannah Fry, Adele Roberts and Roman and Storm Keating, attended and chatted to the royal trio. After shaking hands, Ms McCall told Catherine it was an “absolute honour” to meet her.
The pair then discussed Ms McCall’s cancer journey, as the TV presenter told the princess it had been “liberating” to talk about her own experience with cancer publicly.
Princess Catherine was at the reception tonight (Image: Jonathan Brady – Pool/Getty Images)
‘Real reason’ Queen Elizabeth had different relationship with Andrew to Charles
Queen Elizabeth II had a different relationship with her son Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor compared to her other three children for one reason, it has been revealed. Over the last few weeks, the late Queen has made headlines for reportedly playing a role in her son Andrew securing the position of UK Trade Envoy many years ago, according to documents.
It is believed Her Majesty, who died in 2022, was “very keen” for Andrew – who at the time was a prince – to have the role. This has reignited claims that Andrew was her favourite child. However, one royal author has said this is actually not the case.
Queen Elizabeth II and Andrew were close (Image: Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images)
The ‘reason’ Mike Tindall gets away with revealing royal secrets – unlike Harry
Mike Tindall has been a member of the Royal Family since 2011 and is often seen as one of their most valuable assets. While Mike, along with his wife Zara, are not working royals, they do attend major royal events.
Every appearance they make is well-received by royal fans, with many over the years expressing how much they wish the couple had a more prominent royal role.
While this is unlikely to happen, Mike does give royal fans what they want – stories about the Royal Family we may not have known before. The latest example of this is when Mike revealed just last month how Princess Catherine likes to play beer and prosecco pong at parties.
Prince William ‘annoyed and frustrated’ over Andrew ‘problem’ as Palace issues statement
Prince William is allegedly “annoyed and frustrated” about how the “Andrew issue” has been handled, according to a royal author. The Prince of Wales is known to hold a firm stance against his uncle, disgraced Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and his dodgy dealings with convicted paedophile, Jeffrey Epstein.
It was William, alongside his wife Princess Catherine, who were the first members of the Royal Family to release a statement as the Epstein bombshells dropped earlier this year. Just before the heir’s trip to Saudi Arabia began back in February, and in the midst of the countless of humiliating details about Andrew’s relationship with Epstein, William’s spokesperson released a statement, saying how the prince and his wife are “deeply concerned by the continuing revelations” that had emerged and that their “thoughts remain with the victims”.
The spokesperson said: “I can confirm The Prince and Princess have been deeply concerned by the continuing revelations. Their thoughts remain focused on the victims.”
Prince William was reportedly not happy with the situation (Image: Hannah McKay-WPA Pool/Getty Images)
The one royal who would ‘refuse to speak’ to Andrew long before Epstein files – expert
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has cast a dark shadow over the monarchy for many months now, however it seems that he was already becoming disliked within the family before the latest scandals around him made headlines. Last year, the Epstein Files saw Andrew have one of the biggest royal downfalls of all time, losing his titles and his Windsor mansion.
This is because the files showed how Andrew had kept in touch with the late convicted paedophile even after he was sentenced for child sex offences. Andrew then faced another blow in February when he was arrested and released under investigation on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Andrew has always denied any wrongdoing and accusations against him.
While some members of the Royal Family only seem to have distanced themselves from Andrew since these scandals have come about, one commentator said there was one royal who, for a long time before these latest revelations, would not even speak to Andrew.
One royal reportedly would not talk to him (Image: Chris Jackson/Getty Images)
7 wedding rules Peter Phillips doesn’t have to follow thanks to King Charles
Peter Phillips is set to marry Harriet Sperling on Saturday, and the couple are expected to enjoy far greater freedom than many royal brides and grooms before them. Much of that flexibility stems from the path forged by King Charles and Queen Camilla, whose 2005 wedding helped modernise expectations around second royal marriages.
Unlike the grand state occasions associated with younger royals, Peter, 48, and Harriet’s celebration is expected to be a far more personal affair. As the son of Princess Anne and grandson of Queen Elizabeth II, Peter sits outside the working royal fold, allowing him to sidestep several longstanding traditions.
Unlike Princess Catherine and Meghan Markle, who were expected to adhere to some of the Royal Family’s most famous wedding customs, Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling face far less pressure. From tiaras to guest lists, there are a number of traditions the couple could choose to leave behind.
Peter and Harriet are marrying on Saturday (Image: Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images)
Duchess Sophie issues dire warning in landmark speech – ‘I see no end’
The Duchess of Edinburgh declared that she “sees no end” to sexual violence in conflict zones during an emotive Model NATO speech in Lisbon, Portugal, today.
A fierce champion of gender equality and raising awareness around the horrors of sexual violence, the Duchess, 61, addressed the room of students to speak about what she has witnessed over the last seven years she has spent focusing on the dangers women and girls face.
“I don’t need to tell you that today’s world is not a happy one,” she began. “The number of conflicts across so many regions around the world has been played out on a daily basis, affecting many countries either directly or indirectly.”
Telling the students that it was “good to see men in the room” and that “If you ever hear someone say there are no qualified women, disavow them of that”, the Duchess proved her expertise as she spoke about the significance of women peace holders and the threats of rape and intimidation they face on a daily basis.
Duchess Sophie gave a powerful speech (Image: Horacio Villalobos/Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)
Queen Camilla hails ‘wonderful’ new rooftop hospital garden
The Queen hailed a “wonderful” new rooftop hospital garden as she officially opened the resortive space for patients, families and NHS staff this afternoon. Camilla marvelled at the new outdoor ward at St George’s Hospital, complete with trees, shrubs and flowers and plenty of places to sit, saying: “Stepping out here in the fresh air, I’m sure all the patients here will get all the benefits.”
They clapped and cheered, with many filming on their phones, with the Queen stopping to speak to many of them before heading outside to the Neuro Intensive Care Unit’s balcony garden. Outside, the Queen was introduced to Catherine Oppong-Barbo, one of St George’s own brain surgery nurses, who is currently being treated in the ward she usually works in after suffering a brain haemorrhage two weeks ago.
Camilla was shocked to hear this, telling her, “Oh my goodness, I hope they are looking after you”, adding, “You can see how it feels as a patient now.”
Queen Camilla made the special visit today (Image: Kin CHEUNG / POOL / AFP via Getty Images)
Princess Anne left Palace staff bewildered after breaking royal protocol
Princess Anne is a hard-working member of the Royal Family but there was one time when she broke royal protocol. Anne is known for being a diligent member of the Royal Family, carrying out her duties with care.
The 75-year-old met with Louise Pragnell, one of Britain’s leading portrait artists, who often paints royals and celebrities. When Louise arrived at her first sitting with Anne, she was given strict instructions about where to stand, what to say and when to curtsey to ensure she did not offend the royal. But Anne abandoned all protocol.
Princess Anne surprised royal staff (Image: Milos Bicanski/Getty Images)
Meghan Markle ‘hits back’ at critics with major Prince Harry move
Meghan Markle is aiming to send a key message to her critics after her latest move involving Prince Harry. The Duchess of Sussex has long been at the centre of discussion, with royal watchers analysing her every move ever since her relationship with Prince Harry became public.
Following her sensational exit from the Royal Family in 2020 and subsequent bombshell claims against the royals, Meghan has been the subject of various negative reports. Just last month, the Duchess found herself in the line of fire again after she marked her eighth wedding anniversary to the Duke of Sussex.
The couple married at a lavish ceremony in Windsor on May 19, 2018.
Meghan Markle hit back at critics (Image: Fabrice COFFRINI / AFP via Getty Images)
Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling wedding: Everything we know about intimate ceremony
Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling will marry at All Saints Church, Kemble, Cirencester on Saturday in what is expected to be one of the biggest Royal Family gatherings of the summer. The couple, who announced their engagement last August after more than a year together, will wed near to where the bride grew up in before heading to the Gatcombe Park estate for the reception.
The happy couple have been engaged for just over a year, and the date of their royal wedding was announced in April. Few details of the nuptials have been publicised, but the King and Queen and other senior members of the Royal Family are expected to attend the intimate family occasion on June 6.
Peter and Harriet are marrying this week (Image: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)
Zara Tindall to be reunited with lesser-known half-sister as huge royal event looms
Zara Tindall is tipped to reunite with a beloved family member in just a few days, as her brother’s wedding is just around the corner.
Peter Phillips is marrying his fiancée, Harriet Sperling, at a lavish but private family ceremony in Gloucestershire.
Zara Tindall will be celebrating this weekend (Image: Getty)
Prince Harry enjoys date night without Meghan Markle hours before family milestone
Prince Harry enjoyed a solo date night over the weekend as he attended a book launch in Los Angeles.
The Duke of Sussex attended an event in Downtown LA for the book launch of José Andrés’ new cookbook, Spain My Way.
The chef is a close friend of the Sussexes and even appeared in Meghan Markle’s Netflix series, With Love, Meghan.
Harry looked dapper in a navy ensemble consisting of a blazer, a shirt and jeans.
Prince Harry looked dapper in navy (Image: LinkedIn/@standoutofthecrowd)
Meghan Markle slammed for ‘disgusting’ move on William and Kate troll – ‘shame on you’
Meghan Markle has been criticised after sending a gift to one of her supporters, who has been accused of making vile online comments about anyone who speaks out against her.
The Duchess of Sussex sent a box of As Ever goodies to The Notorious JTB, an online influencer with a big following.
“John Tyron,” as he has called himself, regularly praises the Duchess and hits back at anyone who says anything negative about her. He also criticises members of the Royal Family himself.
Meghan Markle was blasted by fans (Image: Getty)
Kensington Palace makes major announcement about Princess Kate
Kensington Palace has announced that the Princess of Wales will join the King and Queen at a reception marking 125 years of Cancer Research UK.
Catherine will join the royal couple at tonight’s reception, held at St James’s Palace, celebrating the charity’s work.
The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester will also attend the reception.
Princess Kate will join the King and Queen at an event this evening (Image: Getty)
Prince William ‘annoyed and frustrated’ over Andrew ‘problem’ as Palace issues statement
Prince William is allegedly “annoyed and frustrated” about how the “Andrew issue” has been handled, according to a royal author.
The Prince of Wales is known to hold a firm stance against his uncle, disgraced Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and his dodgy dealings with convicted paedophile, Jeffrey Epstein.
It was William, alongside his wife Princess Catherine, who were the first members of the Royal Family to release a statement as the Epstein bombshells dropped earlier this year.
Prince William is furious with how the ‘Andrew issue’ has been handled, claims author (Image: Getty)
Meghan Markle leaves fans speechless with surprise move
Meghan Markle has left fans speechless after making a “thoughtful” move for one of her followers.
The Duchess of Sussex sent a large box of As Ever goodies to The Notorious JTB, an online influencer who has been particularly vocal and passionate in his support for her.
The account regularly posts about Meghan on various social media platforms and hits back at any hate or negative coverage about her.
Meghan Markle made a ‘thoughtful’ gesture (Image: Getty)
Meghan Markle’s secret fury at Prince Harry exposed in latest row
Meghan Markle’s secret fury at Prince Harry has been exposed amid a new row that has embroiled the couple, according to claims.
Claims that Meghan is becoming frustrated with Prince Harry over their finances have been discussed on the latest episode of the Daily Express’s Daily Expresso show.
According to comments made during the programme, concerns have been raised about the couple’s income and long-term financial future.
Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie stun onlookers as they hop on tram while on tour
Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie sparked a fan frenzy on Monday as they started their three-day tour in Portugal.
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh arrived in Lisbon on Monday afternoon, where they carried out a series of engagements.
Edward and Sophie, wearing a black and white shirt dress, stunned onlookers when they hopped on one of Lisbon’s iconic yellow trams.
Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie hopped on a tram (Image: Getty)
Prince Harry has ‘genuine’ reasons for keeping Lilibet and Archie away from social media
Prince Harry has tried to protect his children, Princess Lillibet and Prince Archie, from the harm social media can bring.
Royal experts have debated the sharing of images of the two young children on social media, with Meghan Markle often posting them.
But, while they often feature on her Instagram page, they are often only shown in a more discreet manner, such as from a distance or without showing their faces.
Prince Harry has grown up in the limelight (Image: Getty)
Little known rule that prohibits Meghan Markle from showing her children’s faces online
Royal fans think they’ve figured out the reason behind Meghan Markle never showing her children’s faces online.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have always championed children’s safety online and have been adamant in protecting their children’s identities and their privacy.
Since moving to the US six years ago, the Sussexes have rarely shared pictures of their children’s faces.
But recently, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet have featured more prominently in the Duchess’s Instagram account, with their faces never shown.
Meghan Markle has not shown her children’s faces online (Image: Getty)
‘Meghan Markle’s just proved she’s a total hypocrite – her latest cash-grab is shameless’
Meghan Markle in Australia (Image: Getty)
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Harry’s 9-word statement that ‘pushed Kate to breaking point’
A simple nine-word statement from Prince Harry after King Charles’s cancer diagnosis was the exact moment the Princess of Wales reached her breaking point, a new royal biography claims.
For years, Catherine acted as the family’s quiet peacemaker, but her patience evaporated after Harry told the BBC, “I don’t know how much longer my father has.”
According to seasoned royal author Christopher Andersen, the future Queen found the public comment about the King’s mortality to be completely “demoralising.” The remark hit at an already painful time, as Catherine was privately dealing with her own cancer diagnosis and shielding her three young children from the media frenzy.
Insiders reveal that after years of absorbing public drama and trying to bridge the gap between the brothers, this specific interview served as the absolute final straw. Following the broadcast, Kate reportedly swore she was entirely done with her brother-in-law, drawing a line in the sand.
