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Sarah Ferguson makes frank admission about future with ex-husband Prince Andrew

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Sarah, Duchess of York has finally spoken out about the rumours of a second Royal wedding with Prince Andrew. The Duchess of York – who was married to the late Queen’s second son from 1986 until their split in 1992 and subsequent divorce in 1996 – is mum to Princess Beatrice, 35, and Princess Eugenie, 34, with her former spouse.

Despite divorcing, Sarah and the Duke have continued to share their home, Royal Lodge, on the Windsor Estate, where Andrew’s grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother resided.

Even though their close relationship post-divorce has sparked whispers of a potential romantic reunion, Sarah has firmly stated that remarriage is not on the cards.

Prince Andrew and Sarah tied the knot in 1986 -Credit:John Shelley Collection/Avalon/Getty Images
In an open conversation with Bella magazine, she disclosed: “I get asked that all the time. We are very happy as we are now, thank you!”.

Life under the intense royal spotlight has been a whirlwind for the 64 year old author and charity advocate, with a host of untrue stories about her. She remembers one particularly outrageous claim that left a lasting impression on her.

Fergie shared: “My life changed forever on 23 July 1986 when I married into the Royal Family. Of course, being in the public eye constantly brings challenges, but also great privileges. I hope I have used whatever platform I have to bring about some good, particularly in terms of my charity work,” reports the Mirror.

The couple share two daughters, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie -Credit:@sarahferguson15/Instagram
When asked about the most absurd rumour she’s heard, she replied: “Goodness, quite a lot of nonsense has been written over the years. One of the worst headlines was ’82 per cent would rather sleep with a goat than Fergie.’ It’s never left me.”

Fergie has vowed to always “be there” for Prince Andrew, honouring a promise made to the late Queen. During her appearance on ITV’s Loose Women, Sarah Ferguson discussed standing by Andrew during his “darkest times”, stating: “We are longer divorced than married and I believe in the three C’s communicate, compromise and compassion.”

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She went on to talk about their strong connection: “That’s what I do with (Andrew.) We get on because, in the darkest time of my life, he was always there for me. In the darkest time of his life, I will be there for him. The Queen of England was there for him his mum.”

Sharing a heartfelt conversation she had with Her Majesty, Sarah said: “I said to his mum before she died, ‘I will be there for him, I will help him on his journey,’ we’ve all got journeys; we just need to be there with kindness and no judgement.”

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Sarah also stood firm in her support for Andrew, whom she called a “good man”. Even after their split, the two still co-habit at the Royal Lodge in Windsor. Not only does Sarah maintain a strong bond with Andrew post their divorce, but she also had a very close friendship with the Queen, who sadly passed away last month aged 96.

Stepping into a responsibility dear to the Queen’s heart, she has been looking after the royal’s beloved corgis Sandy and Muick, gifts from herself, Andrew and their daughters initially.

‘F****** adorable’ Princess Charlotte’s ‘fiery’ attitude melts hearts at Taylor Swift gig

Princess Charlotte stole her show with her “fiery” attitude backstage following Taylor Swift’s concert in London.

Princess Charlotte’s stole NFL players, Jason and Travis Kelce’s hearts (Image: Instagram/@TaylorSwift, Getty)

Princess Charlotte seems to have captivated Taylor Swift’s boyfriend, Travis Kelce and his brother, Jason, during their meeting backstage after the superstar’s concert in London last week.

The Prince of Wales had a special way of celebrating his 42nd birthday last Friday, as he attended the singer’s hugely anticipated Eras Tour concert at Wembley Stadium with his two eldest children, Prince George, 10, and Princess Charlotte, 9.

Prince William’s “dad-dancing” skills went viral on social media after he was caught on video “shaking it off” to Taylor Swift’s homonymous song. But it was his selfie backstage with the singer herself and his children that stole the show.

After Kensington Palace posted a selfie from backstage, showing Taylor crouching next to the royals and taking a photo on her phone, the singer posted her snap on social media, wishing the heir to the throne a happy birthday.

The image featured Taylor, William, George and Charlotte, as well as the singer’s boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce.

 

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And it looks like his brother, Jason, who was also at the concert, was in the special royal meeting backstage too.

Talking on their podcast, New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce, Jason talked about how Charlotte made the biggest impression on him, explaining: “I gotta say, Prince William was fantastic when I met him, but the highlight was Princess Charlotte.

“She was so f****** adorable. I don’t know, maybe it’s because I have three girls now.

“She had fire to her, she was asking questions.”

 

Meghan Markle, Prince Harry Reportedly “Humiliated” After Being Snubbed By George and Amal Clooney

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s 2018 wedding was the social event of the year, with A-list stars and dignitaries from across the globe in attendance.

Among the celebrities on hand were George and Amal Clooney, who had developed a close friendship with the Sussexes in the months since they announced their engagement.

Unfortunately, it seems that the two couples have drifted apart in recent years.

Perhaps it’s the fact that they now live on separate continents, or maybe there was some sort of secret falling out.
George Clooney and his wife Amal Clooney attend the “Money Monster” premiere during the 69th annual Cannes Film Festival at the Palais des Festivals on May 12, 2016 in Cannes, France. (Getty Images)

Whatever the case, much is being made of the fact that Harry and Meghan were not invited to the second annual Albie Awards, a benefit event hosted by the Clooney Foundation for Justice in New York City last month.

“Of all the snubs they’ve had to deal with since their move to Hollywood, this is probably the most hurtful [to Harry and Meghan],” one insider told the National Enquirer (via Radar Online).
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attend the Wheelchair Basketball preliminary match between Ukraine and Australia during day four of the Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023 on September 13, 2023 in Dusseldorf, Germany. (Photo Credit: Getty Images)

“George and Amal went from being their wedding guests and trusted confidants to totally ghosting them.”

Yes, it turns out even mega-famous members of the royal family can be ghosted.

As an actress, Meghan likely encountered her fair share of rejection, but this sort of snub is probably new to Harry.

And it seems that the Sussexes are not taking it well.
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attend the cycling medal ceremony at the Cycling Track during day six of the Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023 on September 15, 2023 in Dusseldorf, Germany. (Photo Credit: Getty Images)

“It’s a huge kick in the teeth and a massive embarrassment they can’t really explain or wrap their heads around,” the insider added.

“The gala would have been a dream event for the two, but George and Amal knew only too well the circus that follows them would have ruined it for others.”

Yes, the event comes at a time when Harry and Meghan are attempting to rebuild their public image following a string of bad press.
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex meet with NATO Joint Force Command and families from Italy and Netherlands during day five of the Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023 on September 14, 2023 in Duesseldorf, Germany. (Photo Credit: Getty Images)

Being spotted at an A-list charity event would provide exactly the sort of boost that Harry and Meghan need to help them reclaim their place at the top of the global celebrity totem pole.

The snub comes as a shock, as the Clooneys previously spoke quite highly of the Sussexes.

“We live not too far from one another and we have dinners and stuff and we’re friends with them for all the reasons that you’re friends with anybody,” George told the Daily Mail in 2020.
Amal Clooney and George Clooney attend HISTORYTalks 2022 on September 24, 2022 in Washington, DC. (Getty Images)

“They’re just really nice, fun, kind people, they’re a very loving couple, and they’re going to be great parents.”

We may never know exactly what caused the two couples to drift apart.

But it’s possible that as UK residents, George and Amal have decided that their loyalty lies with the Windsors.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s children may be able to end royal row

Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet could help “forget bitter rows of the past” between Prince Harry and King Charles, an expert has claimed.

Harry and Meghan’s children have spent little time in the UK (Image: Getty)

Having grandchildren is a “powerful tug on the heartstrings” and Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet may be a “compelling link” between Prince Harry and King Charles to reunite, an expert has claimed.

Ever since Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, relocated to the United States, their relationships with the Royal Family have been publicly strained. This is particularly true after the publishing of Harry’s explosive memoir, Spare, and the interview between the couple and Oprah Winfrey where allegations were made against the Firm.

As a result, Archie, five, and Lili, three, have hardly spent any time with their grandfather, King Charles. Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond says: “Little people who are part of your bloodline and have had nothing to do with family quarrels and tensions. Utterly innocent tiny tots who deserve to know and love their grandparents.”

Ms Bond suggested the young children could help end the royal feud.

She added: “So I can imagine that the King very much wants the chance to get to know Archie and Lilibet and to create some memories for them. The children may provide the most compelling link between Charles and Harry, and convince them both to forgive, if not forget, the bitter rows of the past.”

Jennie also hopes Harry does not follow Meghan’s example and becomes “obdurately estranged” from his family. Thomas Markle, Meghan’s father, became estranged from her after he was unable to walk her down the aisle for her marriage to Prince Harry. Thomas and Meghan have a strained relationship which came to a head after Thomas tried to collaborate with paparazzi to stage several photos before her wedding day.

Timothy Laurence gives two-word health update on Princess Anne after second hospital visit

Sir Timothy Laurence has visited his wife Princess Anne in hospital today after she was injured by a horse on Sunday evening.

Sir Timothy Laurence has visited Princess Anne in hospital (Image: Getty)

Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence said Princess Anne is “recovering slowly” as he left a Bristol hospital after visiting his wife.

The Princess Royal, 73 is spending her fourth day in hospital after being injured by a horse on Sunday evening.

She is being treated for concussion and minor head injuries after the incident, which took place while she was walking on her Gatcombe Park estate in Gloucestershire.

Her husband spent two-and-a-half hours with Anne today and left the main Brunel building at Southmead Hospital just before 2pm.

Asked whether Anne would be being discharged from the hospital on Wednesday, he said: “She’ll be out when she’s ready.”

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Anne had two visitors yesterday, from her husband and her daughter, Zara Tindall.

Sir Tim rocked up with a cool bag for his wife, which he said was full of “a few little treats from home”.

He told reporters that: “She’s doing fine, slow but sure.”

In a conversation with a well-wisher outside the hospital, Anne’s husband of over 30 years gave a more detailed comment. He said: “She is recovering well, thank you.

Princess Anne married Sir Timothy Laurence in 1992 (Image: Getty)
 

“We are both profoundly grateful to the medical team and hospital support staff for their expert care – and to the emergency services who were all so wonderful at the scene.

“We are both deeply touched by all the kind messages we have received from so many people near and far. It means a great deal.”

Anne’s medical team said her head injuries were consistent with a potential impact from a horse’s head or legs.

As the “hardest working royal” takes time to heal, her duties this week been postponed. She was due to attend the state banquet to mark the start of the Japanese state visit last night, and sent her apologies for missing the lavish event.

A trip to Canada planned for the end of this week has also been postponed.

Prince Harry Exposes Meghan Markle’s Awkward Moment with Kate Middleton: ‘A Yawning Silence Threatened to Swallow Us All Whole’

 

Princess Lilibet’s relationship with the royal family is worse than we thought! While Prince Archie was born in May 2019, before Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepped down from their positions as senior royals

 

, his sister was born over a year later, in June 2021, and it’s made a world of difference. Although Lilibet was fortunate enough to meet her great-grandmother, the late Queen Elizabeth II, before her death in September 2022, her parents’ ongoing feud with the royal family has significantly decreased her ability to mingle with her royal relatives on the other side of the pond, including her similarly aged cousins.

For example, Prince Archie was able to enjoy several royal milestones before his parents severed ties with the Firm, including posing for royal photographs during his Christening and even meeting Kate Middleton and Prince William’s kids a couple of times. But Lilibet has walked a different path.

Queen Elizabeth even refused to sit for a photograph with the princess and her family at their first meeting during the Platinum Jubilee in 2022. The late monarch blamed her decision on a bloodshot eye, despite Prince Harry’s push for the special moment. In reality, the late queen was reportedly not feeling the Sussexes’ public lashings of the royals.

 

Unfortunately, this isn’t the only time Lilibet has gotten the short end of the stick.

While no one would mistake Prince Archie and his cousins, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, as best friends at this stage of life, the prince actually got to mingle with Prince William and Kate Middleton’s children before their parents’ issues interrupted their chance to form sound foundations.

Princess Lilibet, on the other hand, has had fewer chances to get close to her cousins. Although William and Kate congratulated her parents on her birth in a statement, they, along with King Charles III and Queen Camilla, rebuffed the invitation to attend her Christening, which took place in March 2023. Of course, William and Kate’s kids were also no-shows at Lilibet’s Christening.

The decision not to attend came nearly a year after Us Weekly reported that William and Kate didn’t exactly welcome Lilibet into the royal fold when she and her family attended Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee. “William and Kate made no effort at all to introduce Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis to [Lili],” shared royal author Christopher Andersen with the publication in June 2022. He continued, “As far as I know, nobody believes they spoke [to one another] during the celebrations.” Worse, the Jubilee took place one day after the royals chose not to attend Lilibet’s first birthday party, which Harry and Meghan threw at Frogmore Cottage in the U.K.

Anyone else sensing a theme here?

Victoria Beckham has shared a rare look into her family life alongside her look-alike siblings as fans couldn’t help but joke about her iconic moment.

The Spice Girl, 50, is keen on posting updates with her football star husband David Beckham and their four children – Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz and Harper. However, she typically keeps her parents and siblings away from the spotlight. Victoria decided to make a rare post to celebrate Father’s Day over the weekend.

She looked gorgeous as she smiled alongside her parents Jackie and Anthony, younger sister Louise, 40, and her brother Christian. The fashion designer wore all black as she stunned in a shirt and pair of jeans. Louise echoed her sister’s style as she wore blue jeans with a black jumper.

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Christian looked smart in the snap in a black shirt paired with grey trousers. Victoria also shared a photo of her hugging her dad while at a family meal and another with her arm wrapped around her father and husband David. Captioning the post, Victoria said: “Daddy I love you so much xxxx happy Father’s Day @jackie.adams_ @davidbeckham @louisesadams @christianadams_79.”

Posh Spice opened up on her childhood in the couple’s Netflix documentary – Beckham – last year. However, she was ribbed by David and viewers as she pretended to be ‘working class’. When David urged her to tell the truth about what car her dad drove her to school in, she eventually caved and admitted: “OK. In the Eighties, my dad has a Rolls Royce” as David said: “Thank you!” and left the room.

Fans took note of the moment as they commented under Victoria’s post marking Father’s Day. One said: “He had a Rolls Royce!!” Another added: “Happy Father’s Day to the gentleman who drove a Rolls Royce.” Someone else quipped: “That’s the poor guy with the Rolls Royce.” A fourth joked: “Me for one hope your Dad still got a Rolls Royce good luck to him.”

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Last month, Victoria shared another photo with her dad Anthony to mark his birthday as fans couldn’t believe how similar she looked to her sister. She shared a series of photos from their family celebrations as she was joined by 12-year-old daughter Harper and 21-year-old son Romeo. The fashion designer stood alongside her dad and mum Jackie as they beamed in front of a birthday cake.

Victoria looked gorgeous in a pair of white jeans and a navy T-shirt, while son Romeo wrapped his arms around his mum and grandma. The mum-of-four also shared a photo of her with her parents and siblings. She posed with her lookalike sister Louise and brother Christian. The sisters embraced each other in another sweet family photo.

Fans couldn’t believe how much Victoria looked like her siblings as one said: “You and your sister are twins.” Another added: “Cute and wow do the cheekbones run strong in your family.” Someone else commented: “Wow you have a sister? Both very beautiful.” A fourth wrote: “Both looking very alike and both very beautiful.” A fan shared: “Happy birthday Mr Adam’s what a nice family Victoria and her sister look like twins.”

‘Sensitive’ Prince William hurt more by Harry than he’d admit – but found it ‘easier’ to cut ties

The gulf between Prince Harry and his brother Prince William has grown to such an extent that a reunion seems highly doubtful, according to experts. One Royal commentator has shared the reason the future King ‘cut ties’ with his younger brother

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Prince William is “sensitive” and was hurt by his rift with Prince Harry “more than he’d like to admit” – but there was one key reason he found it “easier” to cut ties with his younger brother, a royal expert has claimed.

Once upon a time, William and Harry were inseparable but it is believed the chasm between them has widened so much in recent years that a reconciliation seems unlikely. Since his departure from the Royal family, Harry, along with his wife Meghan Markle, have been vocal critics of the monarchy; their criticisms have been aired in their notorious Oprah interview, their Netflix series, various interviews, and in his memoir, Spare. Their constant revelations have strained William’s relationship with Harry – and one Royal expert suggests there’s a personal reason why the future King decided to “cut ties” with his younger sibling.

Ingrid Seward highlighted the significance of stability in William’s life as she told the Mirror: “William is sensitive, he likes structure and has perseverance. He does not give up easily. His relationship with brother Harry upset him more than he would care to admit. But he found it easier to cut ties rather than allow himself to be continually annoyed.”

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Reflecting on William’s challenging year, Ingrid added: “His father got cancer and Kate had a serious abdominal operation. Later to announce she too had to have cancer treatment. William played both mother and father to the children while he carried on with his royal duties supporting the Queen in his father’s absence. The traumas of the past year have made him a stronger person. He has become the kind of man Diana always hoped he would be. Kind considerate and able to take on whatever life throws at him.”

It’s believed that The Prince of Wales has severed ties with his younger sibling, and it remains unclear when they last met. During his January 2023 interview on ’60 Minutes’, Harry was asked if he “speaks to William now? Do you text?” to which he responded: “Currently, no. But I look forward to… I look forward to us being able to find peace.”

When probed about the duration since their last communication, Harry admitted it had been “a while.” Harry also disclosed that it’s been quite some time since he spoke to his father, saying, “We haven’t spoken for quite a while. No, not recently.” Yet, he expressed hope for reconciliation: “But at the heart of it, there is a family, without question. And I really look forward to having that family element back. I look forward to having a relationship with my brother.”

He added: “I look forward to having a relationship with my father and other members of my family. My brother and I love each other. I love him deeply. There has been a lot of pain between the two of us, especially the last six years.”

Prince Harry was last in the UK for the Invictus Games’ 10th anniversary in May but didn’t catch up with his father. While citing King Charles’s ‘full schedule’ as the reason, doubts were cast when it emerged that Charles had extended an offer of Royal lodgings to Harry, which he turned down. The last time the father and son duo were together was in February, when Harry jetted off to London for a brief 45-minute encounter with King Charles amidst the monarch’s battle with cancer.

Despite the strained relations, it appears that Charles is eager to forge a bond with his grandchildren, Archie and Lilibet. Royal commentator and author Tom Quinn has revealed that the King is pushing Harry to establish a UK base to allow for more meaningful family interactions. Yet, Tom is sceptical about Meghan joining her husband back in the UK, considering her previous experiences with the Royal Family.

Tom said: “King Charles has been putting pressure on Harry to do just this as he is angry that his only relationship with his grandchildren so far is via video calls, which Charles hates. William and Kate’s children would spend the weekend at Highgrove and Harry’s children could then easily pop over from their house nearby.”

Victoria Beckham is said to be “livid” about the release of Tom Bower’s explosive new book, which is based on her marriage to David Beckham.

The House of Beckham: Money, Sex and Power, written by the investigative biographer, includes many so-called events about their relationship through extensive research, expert sourcing and interviews with insiders.

With the book’s imminent release being just weeks before their 25th wedding anniversary next month, 50-year-old Victoria is said to unhappy with the timing and how it might portray the pair.

A source told Closer Magazine: “Victoria is livid about the upcoming book, because what was supposed to be a landmark date for them is instead going to be reliving the hell that almost broke her.

“Instead of being able to celebrate their marriage and the ups and downs of their journey and the love and life they have built together, it’s all coming under attack.” The Spice Girl is also reportedly “worried” about the book being set up to “bring down” their image and portray them as “work and money obsessed people”.

As part of the many claims in the book, serialised in The Mirror, Tom writes that the pair barely spoke at one point during their marriage and claims they lived effectively separate lives between. He goes on to say that the rough patch happened around eight years ago which led their relationship to become “a distant business” one.

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The author additionally claims that their respective PR teams were “fed negative stories” about each other and that David even accused his wife and her publicist of “waging a media war” against him.

Despite these apparent challenges, the pair reportedly remained united for their brand, especially after surviving the turmoil caused by Rebecca Loos’ alleged affair allegations, which David has strongly denied.

According to Bower, serious rifts began to emerge in 2016 when the pair spent significant time apart, with David in Miami and Victoria in London. A year later, he claims that David’s trip to Glastonbury Festival didn’t go to plan when Victoria made an appearance.

Initially, David and a small group of friends, including his best mate Dave Gardner, Lady Mary Charteris and a “glamorous Australian bikini model”, attended the British festival without Victoria, who was due to arrive later from New York.

The group reportedly partied until 5am the night before Victoria’s arrival and according to Tom, one of the group members said: “There was no hassle and a great mood until she landed.”

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An eyewitness reportedly said: “With her entourage she headed in a golf buggy through the scruffy campers to the VIP zone. She was furious that her husband had failed to reply to her telephone calls and had dispatched a search party.

“Eventually, David appeared. Within seconds, they were embroiled in a ferocious argument. ‘They looked quite miserable, but they managed to pose for the cameras’.”

Mirror Online has contacted a representative for Victoria for comment.

The book comes following the release of David’s self-titled Netflix documentary, in which his wife opened up about the great difficulty they faced in their marriage when he was accused of infidelity.

Speaking in his Netflix documentary, she shared: “Up until Madrid sometimes it felt like us against everybody else but we were together, we were connected, we had each other. But when we were in Spain, it didn’t really feel like we had each other either.

“And that’s sad. I can’t even begin to tell you how hard it was and how it affected me. It was a nightmare.”

David has since said that when the pair watched the documentary back, they questioned how they got through such troubles.

He said on the SmartLess podcast: “After everything was over and we watched it finally, that’s the one thing that we looked at each other and was like, ‘I don’t know how we got through the last 27 years, but we did and we have an amazing family, amazing business and we’re happy’.

“And yeah, of course, when you’re with someone for that amount of time, of course you have your ups and downs, everybody knows that and at the end of the day we were lucky because we had each other at those moments.”

Story behind Queen Camilla’s controversial £7million tiara that belonged to the late Queen

Queen Camilla’s tiara dazzled guests at the banquet held at Buckingham Palace to honour the Emperor and Empress of Japan, who are visiting the country on a state visit

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Queen Camilla dazzled as she arrived at Buckingham Palace to host a lavish state banquet for the Emperor and Empress of Japan, alongside King Charles. But as with many of the formal pieces in the royal collection, there is a long story behind her choice of headware.

The Queen wore an embroidered cream silk crepe dress by Fiona Clare, one of her go-to designers, which she complemented with silver heels and a matching clutch. Adding sparkle to her outfit, she wore a diamond necklace and a coordinated set of ruby and diamond earrings, as well as a bracelet.

For the first time, Camilla sported the new Family Order on her left shoulder, along with the late Queen’s. The Family Order is a badge worn by female members of the Royal Family, though last night Her Majesty was the only one to wear the new badge.

However, it was Camilla’s eye-catching and highly debated tiara that took centre stage – the Burmese Ruby and diamond tiara, famously worn by the late Queen Elizabeth and estimated to be worth around £7 million, reports the Express.

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King Charles’s wife honoured her guests by wearing their national colours, white and red, while also paying homage to the beloved late monarch.

Camilla previously wore the tiara in 2023 during the South Korean State Banquet at Buckingham Palace. The headpiece has been labelled as one of the most controversial pieces the late Queen wore, both for its design and its symbolism.

Elizabeth commissioned the House of Garrard in 1973 to create the Burmese Ruby tiara with gems she received as a wedding gift from the people of Burma.

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The tiara dazzles with a whopping 96 rubies and an array of diamonds, some plucked from the now-dismantled Nizam of Hyderabad tiaraa transformation that raised eyebrows among Royal aficionados.

Gifted to Elizabeth as nuptial bling by the 7th Nizam of Hyderabad himself, the original Nizam of Hyderabad Tiara was always an eye-catcher, winning the hearts of those who closely follow Royal jewellery collections, making its deconstruction a subject of heated debate.

Superstition plays a role tooit’s thought the Burmese presented Elizabeth with 96 rubies because they’re associated with protection against maladies. According to local belief, there are 96 common afflictions, so the gifting of these gemstones implies safeguarding the then-Queen’s well-being.

2019 revived chatter about the famed headpiece when Elizabeth donned it for a UK state dinner hosting none other than ex-US President Donald Trump, sparking speculation if she was making a subtle dig by choosing a tiara linked to repelling harm.

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Maxwell Stone of Steven Stone jewellers spoke of the tiaras estimated worth: “The beautiful tiara is not only sentimental, but it’s also very valuable, as Burmese rubies are extremely precious and rare.

“The tiara’s jewels are set in a series of rose motifs inspired by the Tudor Rose, which pay homage to British Heritage. Considering the number of rubies and diamonds featured in this piece, we estimate it has a staggering value of around £7,000,000.”

The state banquet welcomed the Japanese guests as they rubbed shoulders with British royalty, including the King and Queen, the Prince of Wales, and the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, alongside the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester.

Buckingham Palace revealed that the banquet boasted a sumptuous three-course meal featuring high-quality British ingredients, including langoustines, turbot, and a delightful peach sorbet.