Royal news – live: Princess Anne in hospital after being kicked by horse as Charles welcomes Japan’s emperor
The princess is reported to have spent a second night in a Bristol hospital
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Princess Anne remains in hospital after being kicked by a horse on Sunday evening as King Charles welcomes the Japanese emperor for his state visit.
The Princess Royal, 73, suffered minor injuries to her head and a concussion after the incident at her Gatcombe Park estate.
Royal expert Michael Cole suggested to the Metro that the Palace may be downplaying her injuries: “The fact the Princess Royal was detained in hospital overnight indicates that it’s not a minor matter.”
He added: “It’s no small thing to have a concussion at any age, but at the age of 73, it could be serious.”
Meanwhile, Emperor Naruhito and his wife Empress Masako were welcomed to the UK by Prince William who escorted them to Horse Guard’s Parade.
They proceeded to enjoy a ceremonial welcome from King Charles and Queen Camilla to mark the start of their three-day visit and retreated for a private lunch inside Buckingham Palace.
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Harry and Meghan ‘running out of time’ to reconcile with royals
A royal expert has claimed that Prince Harry is “running out of time” to reconcile with the royal family.
This comes in the wake of Harry’s recent trip to the UK when King Charles declined an invitation to meet with him, citing his busy schedule.
Richard Eden told the Daily Mail: “If Harry wants to come back at any stage, he needs to do it while his father is still King.
“I really think that when Prince William is King, I can’t see him letting Harry come back and have a role again.”
Harry, who has not seen his father since news of his cancer diagnosis broke in February, stepped down as a working royal with his wife Meghan Markle in 2020.
Kate Middleton’s absence from Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour explained
The Princess of Wales and Prince Louis were notably absent from the royal family’s surprise appearance at Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour.
On Friday, Prince William appeared to celebrate his 42nd birthday at the event and brought along his two eldest children, Prince George, 10, and Princess Charlotte, nine.
They later posed for a selfie with the American superstar after the show.
Now, an insider has revealed that while Kate made a welcome appearance at Trooping the Colour, she will not be regularly seen in public any time soon as she continues her cancer treatment.
“Princess Kate is not expected to attend any future Taylor concerts. Her appearance at the King’s Trooping the Colour doesn’t mean she is returning to a full schedule of public engagements yet,” the source said, as reported by Entertainment Tonight.
It is also believed that Kate stayed at home to look after Louis, who has a reputation for making mischief at public events.
Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis ‘encouraged’ to follow in Prince Harry’s footsteps
A royal insider has claimed that Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis will be “encouraged” to follow in their uncle Prince Harry’s footsteps.
The Duke of Sussex stepped down as a working royal in 2020, citing a desire to live a more independent life.
“The working assumption is that the younger two children will get on and do their own thing,” the insider told the Daily Beast. “They will be encouraged to not become working royals.”
The insider added that Prince William and Kate Middleton “do not want history to repeat itself” in light of Prince Harry’s frosty relationship with the royal family.
Lady Gabriella Kingston left ‘deeply touched’ after service for late husband
A service of celebration for the life of Lady Gabriella Windsor’s late husband has been held in Kensington, west London.
In late February, the daughter of Prince Michael of Kent was left bereaved when Thomas Kingston, 45, died from a “catastrophic head injury”.
Close friends and family of Mr Kingston, including some members of the royal family, attended the service at St Mary Abbots church on Saturday.
Ted Hennessey reports:
Lady Gabriella Kingston left ‘deeply touched’ after service for late husband
Close friends and family of Mr Kingston, including some members of the royal family, attended the service at St Mary Abbots church in Kensington.
Internet trolls said I was too fat to play Kate: The Crown’s Meg Bellamy
The Crown’s Meg Bellamy has revealed internet trolls said she was “too fat” to play the Princess of Wales.
The actress from Berkshire played Kate in the hit Netflix drama’s sixth and final series, which, among other things, explored the budding relationship between her character and the young Prince of Wales.
Speaking to the Mail On Sunday’s You magazine, Bellamy said: “I’d had this long day of press, it had gone well, then I went on my phone and there was all this negative stuff about my body online. The comments were mostly, ‘You’re too fat to play Kate’. That was a glimpse into being a woman in this industry.
“I thought, ‘OK, that’s a sign to distance yourself, because it doesn’t mean anything’. You can’t listen to that sort of stuff. Not least because most of it is written by internet trolls, or men called Gary who are holding a fish in their profile picture. I’ve had so many amazing things happen to me. They’re the losers for saying that. I’m living my best life over here.”
Reflecting further on the role, she said: “I’ve tried to put the character behind me. But, of course,” she added, referring to Kate’s cancer diagnosis, “I so feel for her and for the family.”
Bellamy also revealed she has the contact details of Australian actress Elizabeth Debicki, who played the late Diana, Princess of Wales, in series five and six. “She’s been so supportive. I can call her about anything”, Bellamy said.
‘No foreseeable’ way for Harry and Meghan to reconcile with royals, commentator claims
A royal commentator has claimed there is “no foreseeable way” for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to be on good terms with the royal family again.
This comes after King Charles failed to meet his youngest son on his recent trip to the UK, citing his busy schedule.
Journalist and author Christopher Andersen told Fox News: “Even if Harry was to throw himself at the king’s feet and beg for forgiveness – which Harry is not about to do – the best he could hope for would be crumbs from the royal table, and the sort of grudging acceptance that is currently being afforded to Harry’s disgraced uncle, Prince Andrew.”
King Charles makes ‘significant gesture’ of desire to end feud with Harry
King Charles appeared “willing to find a resolution” to rift with his son Harry as he is reportedly discussing a trip to America to meet his family.
Royal author Tom Quinn told the Mirror that the king has had “discussions about an official visit to the United States” to meet with Harry, Meghan Markle and their two children - Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
Relationship expert Louella Alderson said it reflects that “King Charles is willing to make the effort and put forth the time and energy to visit Harry in America, it could be a significant gesture of his desire to mend their relationship”.
“It’s possible that he may be more willing to address any issues and work towards finding a resolution than he has been previously,” she said.
However, the two experts highlighted the difficulties in plans as Charles has many Royal obligations as well as health issues.
King Charles ‘considering’ American visit to see his grandchildren
King Charles is reportedly “considering” a visit across the pond to see his grandchildren Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
Despite Lilibet now being three years old, she has reportedly only met her grandfather once.
However, as the Monarch, 75, is currently battling an undisclosed form of cancer and does not appear to have the best relationship with his youngest son, who he has not seen since February, it could be some time before this visit takes place.
Royal commentator Tom Quinn told the Mirror: “Charles has had discussions about an official visit to the United States at some time in the future, and there is no doubt if it goes ahead he would build in time to visit his youngest son and his grandchildren, but there are mountains of planning to be overcome before that becomes even a remote possibility.”
Kate and William celebrate female rangers
The Prince and Princess of Wales have shared their appreciation for female rangers as they mark World Female Ranger Week.
Posting on X/Twitter, they write: “Rangers are on the frontline in the fight against the #illegalwildlifetrade, but less than 11% of global wildlife rangers are female. #WorldFemaleRangerWeek celebrates the work they’re doing all over the world.”
Pictured: King and Queen attend Ascot this weekend
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