The Royal Family is thought to have joined thousands of Brits in offering accommodation to Ukrainians fleeing war in their homeland. Members of the Firm have vowed to ‘do their bit’ by housing these people in their hour of need, but have ‘no wish’ for publicity, sources say. Some 53,800 Ukrainian refugees have arrived in the UK under visa schemes, just over half of whom are under the Homes for Ukraine programme. A Buckingham Palace spokesman told the Express: ‘We are assisting in a number of ways but will not be commenting further.’ It is not known which royals are housing refugees or where the accommodation is being provided, with the palace contacted for further information. The palace was used to house royal refugees during the Second World War, with Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands as well as Norway’s King Haalon and his son Prince Olaf staying there after fleeing the Nazis in 1940. The Prince of Wales said last month he hopes Britain is welcoming to … [Read more...] about Royal Family ‘open up their homes to Ukrainian refugee families’
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How Meghan Markle’s style has changed after ‘more separation from the Royal Family’
Meghan Markle news: Meghan's style has come to reflect more of her own personality (Image: GETTY) Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Meghan 's style has come to reflect more of her own personality since she left the Royal Family , a fashion expert has remarked. The Duchess has ditched many of the fashion protocols expected from Royal Family members. The evolution of her style reflects her move away from the British Monarchy. Related articles 'More risque': Major contrast in Kate and Meghan's wedding dresses Kate's latest eyebrow treatment? 'Bigger' brows at Top Gun premiere Harriet Castle, buyer at Public Desire, told Express.co.uk : "Meghan … [Read more...] about How Meghan Markle’s style has changed after ‘more separation from the Royal Family’
Top Gun Maverick premiere gets royal treatment as Kate Middleton and Prince William dress to impress
KATE Middleton and Prince William dressed to impress tonight as they attended the glitzy Top Gun: Maverick premiere in London. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge beamed as they brushed shoulders with Hollywood stars, having already attended a private screening of the film earlier this year . William and Kate arrived to cheers from onlookers and the flashes of cameras at the event in London’s Leicester Square on Thursday evening. Kate dazzled in an off-the-shoulder Roland Mouret column gown, with a £2,300 Alexander McQueen clutch and £10,500 Robinson Pelham diamond star earrings. Meanwhile William was decked out in a midnight blue Alexander McQueen velvet dinner jacket and tuxedo trousers. He also wore Crocket & Jones loafers with “F-18” on them in a nod to the fighter jet flown by Cruise’s character in the film. Tonight's fundraising bash, which took as a Royal Film Performance, was held in aid of The Film and TV Charity, supporting people working behind … [Read more...] about Top Gun Maverick premiere gets royal treatment as Kate Middleton and Prince William dress to impress
Five ways Meghan and Harry’s royal exit mirrored Princess Diana’s life
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle 's royal story has mirrored Princess Diana's in key respects, some intentional, some less so. The Duke of Sussex regularly mentions his mother, including when he launched lawsuits against the media and during the couple's Oprah Winfrey tell-all. However, the comparisons are more extensive than even the prince himself has gone into detail to describe. Suing the Media Harry and Meghan have launched seven media lawsuits since September 2019 and while Princess Diana was not quite as busy as her son she did make use of her legal team. Diana sued Mirror Group Newspapers (MGN) in 1993 after both the Sunday Mirror and Daily Mirror published pictures of her working out in a leotard and cycling shorts, which had been taken in the privacy of a gym. The newspaper group apologized after a backlash and eventually settled out of court, as did the gym owner Bryce Taylor, who sold the photos, the BBC reported. Harry has also sued MGN for phone … [Read more...] about Five ways Meghan and Harry’s royal exit mirrored Princess Diana’s life
Princess Anne wows in £400,000 sapphire and pearl choker in Windsor – long royal history
Princess Anne stuns in £400,000 sapphire choker with long royal history (Image: GETTY / TWITTER/RoyalFamily) Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Princess Anne , 71, attended a dinner to celebrate the work of St John Ambulance in Windsor Castle on Wednesday night. The Princess Royal joined Sophie, Countess of Wessex , who is the Grand President of St John Ambulance. Anne, meanwhile, is the Commandant-in-Chief (Youth). Related articles Prince Harry 'means business' - but his 'action is based on anger' Prince George is 'shy' and shows 'no signs of enjoying status yet' The two women also joined the Duke of Gloucester, who is the Grand Prior of the … [Read more...] about Princess Anne wows in £400,000 sapphire and pearl choker in Windsor – long royal history
Meghan and Harry enjoy ‘very private’ moment with Kate on 40th birthday
Kate Middleton releases photographs to mark 40th birthday Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Duchess of Cambridge celebrated her 40th birthday last Sunday, January 9 as a small family affair at her and her husband Prince William’s Anmer Hall estate with family and friends. Royal expert, Christopher Anderson, said: “They did a video call. They wished her a happy birthday. [It was] very private. Harry and Meghan were not about to post anything the way they did two years ago.” The Duke and Duchess of Sussex had previously displayed "their affection" for Kate, but the dynamic of the Royal Family has changed, the "Brothers and Wives: inside the Private Lives of … [Read more...] about Meghan and Harry enjoy ‘very private’ moment with Kate on 40th birthday
Harry and Meghan, take note! Sussexes savaged with new podcast swipe
William and Harry: Tensions existed before arrival of Meghan Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Charlotte Runcle, writing in the Telegraph noted that Meghan and Harry had only managed to make one episode of their Archewell Audio podcast series, stating: "Fair enough, podcasts are hard to make." Ms Runcle also criticised another royal podcast Harry, Meghan and the Media (BBC Sounds), presented by Amol Rajan, which she states "essentially repackages material already used in Princes and the Press". The commentator then turned to a "really good" podcast - The Coming Storm (BBC Sounds). She said: "Harry and Meghan take note - The Coming Storm, a cross-section of society … [Read more...] about Harry and Meghan, take note! Sussexes savaged with new podcast swipe
Meghan makes ‘crucial misstep’ – ‘Hollywood turns on Sussexes’
Harry and Meghan: Americans are 'disenchanted' says Cohen Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Novelist Celia Walden told GB News' Dan Wootton that Ms Markle had been branded "a figure of fun" in her hometown of California, Hollywood as residents turned their backs on the Sussexes. Ms Walden said Meghan made the "crucial misstep" of forgetting that the whole of the US loves the Queen, she added: "I thought maybe people would be protective of her out here, but not at all." She continued: "Anyone who is deemed to have affronted the Queen, or behaved badly in that regard, is just not going to go down well." Actress Rebel Wilson made a joke at the BAFTA's about the Oprah … [Read more...] about Meghan makes ‘crucial misstep’ – ‘Hollywood turns on Sussexes’
Camilla’s clothes represent ‘marriage between 4 nations’ – ‘important’ when she is Queen
Camilla Parker-Bowles is an 'asset to Britain' says Lee Cohen Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Tartan is a popular print worn regularly by many members of the Royal Family , from Kate Middleton to Princess Anne. However, it seems that Camilla wears the pattern more often than anyone, opting to wear the same outfits on many occasions over a short period of time. Related articles Cleaning: How to keep bath towels soft - ‘cheap and amazing’ way Queen’s favourite sandwich she's had ‘for every afternoon tea’ Express.co.uk spoke to personal stylist and fashion expert Samantha Harman about the Duchess’ sartorial choices. She said: “As … [Read more...] about Camilla’s clothes represent ‘marriage between 4 nations’ – ‘important’ when she is Queen
Meghan and Harry’s sweet anniversary tradition as Sussexes celebrate 4 years of marriage
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are today celebrating their fourth wedding anniversary. The California couple have now been married for four years, tying the knot in a beautiful ceremony at Windsor Castle. They follow a sweet tradition for the anniversary each year, a reminder of the importance of their marriage as the two have gone through rocky and turbulent times together . The Duke and Duchess of Sussex ditched royal duties and Harry was stripped of his military titles by the Queen, while he has also gone through a rift with his brother Prince William and father Prince Charles . Meghan's time with the royals was particularly difficult, later alleging that press coverage and the lack of sympathy from other senior royals had left her feeling like she "didn't want to be alive anymore". Despite the difficult patches, Harry and Meghan have happily brought two children, Archie and Lilibet, into the world after they got married. So how will they be celebrating their … [Read more...] about Meghan and Harry’s sweet anniversary tradition as Sussexes celebrate 4 years of marriage