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Meghan Markle has been criticised by a celebrity biographer for thinking she held a higher social status than Victoria Beckham.

The statement has been made in Tom Bower’s new book titled The House of Beckham, which also says the Duchess of Sussex was “irritated” to discover the couple had more money than her.

Bower brands the former Suits star as “deluded” for her thoughts as he opened up on the Sussexes and Beckhams’ broken relationship. The two couples had previously been linked as pals, but Bower said Meghan’s thought she had little in common with the former Spice Girl.

Meghan is said to have been irritated by the Beckhams ( 
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He wrote: “In Meghan’s celebrity world, ranking depended on wealth and fame. As a seasoned operator, Meghan deluded herself that her status in the Royal family placed her above Victoria in the social pecking order.”

He continued: “She was irritated to discover that the Beckhams had considerably more wealth than herself. They owned five homes, had constant access to private jets, invitations to sail on yachts and much more money. And she was soon to be a duchess.”

Despite her thoughts, it’s believed Meghan tried to make the pairing work due to husband Prince Harry’s connection with the famous couple. It’s not the first time Meghan has been branded deluded. Last year, royal expert Jennie Bond told OK! the Sussexes had a deluded idea of their social status. Speaking to the magazine, Bond said it was after it was alleged they had wanted to return to the US on Air Force One following Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral – a request that’s said to have been snubbed.

Bond said: “Firstly, they have a very grandiose and deluded idea of their status on the world stage. And, secondly, they are impervious to the sensitivities of the situation they have created by stepping back as working Royals and then firing volleys of allegations at the royal family from their Californian haven.”

She also slammed the couple as “insensitive” for putting President Biden “in a very awkward position” with a request in the first place.

Victoria Beckham ‘couldn’t stand’ her former bandmate, Geri Horner, according to Tom Bower.

The investigative journalist’s new book, The House of Beckham: Money, Sex and Power, which has been serialised by the Mirror before its release on June 20, takes a deep dive into the relationship of one of the most influential couples in the world, including what Victoria was like behind closed doors.

The mum-of-four, 50, has known Geri, 51, since the nineties when they shot to fame as Posh and Ginger Spice in the best-selling girl band. However, in recent years there’s been rumours of a rift between the pair, highlighted when Geri unfollowed Victoria and David earlier this year amid her husband, Christian’s work conduct allegations at Red Bull.

Lonely Victoria Beckham chain-smoked in Madrid after David’s alleged affair claims

Victoria Beckham was no fan of Geri Horner, according to Tom Bower

Tom Bower’s new book The House of Beckham

Speaking about their relationship during the Spice Girls’ fame, Bower claims everyone loved [David] Beckham, but “Victoria was different” adding: “Increasingly, she was outspoken and provoked retaliation.” He continues: “‘I can’t stand Geri,’ she said about her former best friend. ‘She is one of the most disloyal people I’ve ever known.’”

The book also claims the fashion designer mocked Geri for dating DJ Chris Evans, who she was in a relationship with in 1999. Bower claims: “Twisting the knife, she even scoffed at Geri for going out with DJ Chris Evans. ‘She’ll do anything to get publicity. Geri doesn’t care what she does as long as she gets in the paper.’”

It wouldn’t be the first time the Spice Girls have been accused of falling out. Back in 2002, Mel B claimed in her autobiography that she and Geri used to argue like lovers.

Meanwhile, Melanie ‘Mel C’ Chisholm was also involved in her own spat, writing in her memoir that Geri once got “clocked in the face” while trying to “keep the peace” during a fight between the two Mels.

In her second memoir, Mel B also revealed that she and Victoria fell out in the ’90s when, during a group holiday to Hawaii, Posh saw Mel B’s holiday fling pooing on the beach and called him “disgusting”.

In February, it was also reported by MailOnline that Geri had unfollowed Victoria on Instagram, however, Geri did celebrate her 50th birthday in April, although her husband Christian did not attend. Geri has been married to millionaire formula one Team Principal and CEO Christian Horner, 50, since 2015 and they share a son together. But as the mum-of-two stepped out of her limo – in trademark pristine white – to join Victoria at her party, Christian was nowhere to be seen.

However, it seems the F1 boss was forced to miss out on the fun due to work commitments – as the Chinese F1 was in full swing and he needed to attend.

Mirror Online has reached out to Geri and Victoria’s reps for comment.

David Beckham’s relationships with royal brothers Prince William and Prince Harry is explored in a juicy new book about the retired footballer.

The House of Beckham by Tom Bower, serialised by the Mirror over the weekend, David’s romance with wife Victoria Beckham is put under the spotlight, with new details of the ups and downs of their decades-long marriage revealed.

But the new book makes claims about Posh and Becks’ relationship with the royal family, in particular their crumbling union with Harry and his wife Meghan Markle.

The former England captain, 49, and Posh Spice, 50, attended both William’s 2011 wedding to Kate Middleton and Harry and Meghan’s nuptials in 2018. However, according to The House of Beckham, David’s friendship with both brothers rubbed Meghan up the wrong way.

Prince William and Prince Harry with David Beckham in happier times back in 2010 ( 
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In his book, Bower writes how ahead of their wedding, Meghan and Harry were miffed by David’s chummy relationship with William, which had been going strong since the UK’s World Cup bid in 2010. The Duke of Duchess of Sussex, already grumbling about their perceived lesser status and wealth compared to the Cambridges, found the sight of Becks hobnobbing with William irksome.

“Meghan appeared to want to punish the Beckhams,” Bower writes. “Television pictures of the couple arriving at St George’s Chapel for the wedding showed Victoria stony-faced and David chewing gum. Meghan had not invited them to the wedding dinner. Her veto was an insult.”

He continues: “After all, many guests such as George Clooney and other Hollywood stars invited that evening did not even know Meghan. Victoria’s sour expression also reflected her anger about David’s behaviour at a Soho House party the previous night. He had been buying drinks for a brunette while Victoria sat silently thunderous nearby. Worse still, that very morning the woman had posted photos of herself and Beckham on the web.”

Post-wedding ceremony, the Beckhams bumped into King Charles at the sun-drenched reception in the garden. Charles and David first met two decades ago at the Old Trafford football stadium. As he was leaving, Charles had quipped to his aide, ‘Why do these people never wear socks?’

That afternoon, Charles ran into a member of the People’s Royalty who was, indeed, wearing socks. Moving on, Beckham extended his congratulations to Harry. During their chat, the Prince invited Beckham to join him in Sydney come October. For the Invictus Games, a competition for injured servicemen, he was quick to say yes. His team were given the job of finding a sponsor to cover his travel costs. He intended to bring along Victoria and their four children, according to The House of Beckham.

Later in the book, Bower writes how David did attend the games but “found himself alone at the Invictus Games stadium” and kept away from the Duke of Sussex, unaware that Harry “had ordered that under no circumstances was the footballer to be allowed near him.”

The Mirror has approached representatives for both the Beckhams and the Sussexes for comment on this story.

Meghan Markle was “irritated” when she found out Victoria Beckham is richer than her, a new biography says.

Tom Bower’s new book – The House of Beckham: Money, Sex and Power – sheds light on the relationship between the Beckhams and the Sussexes – and where it all went wrong. The former journalist says that the Duchess of Sussex was annoyed when she found out the Beckhams had “considerably more wealth” than herself.

Cracks started to show in the relationship between the famous families in 2018, according to Bower who says that although the Beckhams did secure an invite to Prince Harry and Meghan’s wedding, they were not invited to the wedding dinner. He also says in spring last year, it became clear that the friendship between the couples was on the rocks when the Sussexes were not on the guest list for Brooklyn Beckham’s wedding – but Prince William and Kate Middleton were.

Meghan thought she ranked above the Beckhams, a new book says ( 

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But in reality, Posh and Becks have “considerably more wealth” ( 

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In the biography – which was released June 20 – Bower says that Meghan had ranked herself above the Beckhams in the social pecking order, and was fuming when she discovered that, despite her place in the Royal Family, Victoria actually scored higher in terms of wealth and fame. He explains: “In Meghan’s celebrity world, ranking depended on wealth and fame. As a seasoned operator, Meghan deluded herself that her status in the Royal family placed her above Victoria in the social pecking order.”

Bower continues: “She was irritated to discover that the Beckhams had considerably more wealth than herself. They owned five homes, had constant access to private jets, invitations to sail on yachts and much more money. And she was soon to be a duchess.”

Things soured between the women after a report leaked that Victoria had offered Meghan makeup advice, the book says ( 

Bower describes how Victoria made considerable effort to be friends with Meghan – despite the fact the Suits star “put on airs” when they first met – because of the longstanding relationship between the Beckhams, Prince Harry and Prince William.

According to the biography, Victoria kindly offered Meghan tips on where to find the best beauty spots in London – but the relationship between the two women soured when The Sun reported that Victoria had given Meghan makeup advice and the Duchess accused the former Spice Girl of leaking the story.

From dealing with snubs from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to falling out on the set of a Vogue photoshoot, The House of Beckham by Tom Bower makes jaw-dropping claims about David and Victoria Beckham’s marriage

In Tom Bower’s latest book, The House of Beckham: Money, Sex and Power, serialised by the Mirror over the weekend, the focus is on David and Victoria Beckham’s enduring marriage, offering jaw-dropping claims about their relationship.

From why David’s former PA Rebecca Loos went public with her affair claims to the time Posh and Becks slugged it out in a media war and supposedly leaked negative stories about each other, Bower’s book probably won’t be taking pride of place on the Beckham family bookshelf.

The juicy title also makes explosive claims about Posh and Becks’ relationship with the Royal family, particularly their deteriorating bond with Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle. Here are the biggest bombshells from The House of Beckham.

Why Rebecca Loos sold her story

The recent Netflix documentary about the Beckhams, produced by David’s team, was dominated by an allegation that shook their relationship to its core. Rebecca Loos’ public claims of an affair with David in 2004 led Victoria to describe the aftermath as the “hardest period” for both of them.

Now, 24 years on from first claiming she had an affair with the former England captain, Rebecca has been thrust back into the spotlight. In The House of Beckham, it’s claimed Rebecca, who now lives a quiet life in Norway with her husband and their sons, decided to break her silence about her alleged affair with the former England captain after being disgusted by David’s behaviour towards a waitress.

Bower’s book suggests this seemingly minor incident was the catalyst for the biggest challenge in the Beckham’s nearly 25-year-long marriage. He writes: “The turning-point for Loos was realising Beckham’s double standards. After a meal for SFX employees at Madrid’s Hard Rock Cafe, Beckham did not leave a tip.”

David Beckham’s move to Spain put a strain on his marriage to Victoria Beckham ( 
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Rebecca Loos claims she had an affair with Becks during his Real Madrid era ( 
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The following day, the waitress handed Loos a note for Beckham, expressing her outrage that someone so famous and wealthy could be so tight-fisted. She explained that she depended on tips to make ends meet. Bowers writes that David was taken aback after reading the note and handed over a hefty amount of euros, saying, “‘Give her this”. He adds: “Reflecting in February about how Beckham had played her and lied to her, Loos was angry.”

Mulling over how her boss David had deceived and lied to her, Rebecca was livid. After being let go by Beckham’s agency SFX, Rebecca sold her story to the now defunct News of the World newspaper, alleging an affair behind Posh Spice’s back with the the Real Madrid footballer.

Furious Posh slapped Becks

In the days that followed Rebecca’s story dominating headlines across the world, the Beckham’s PR team orchestrated an image of unity at the snowy Courchevel ski resort to safeguard Brand Beckham’s image. “In a bravura performance the couple clung to each other she with an iron grip on his hand. Then they performed a piggy-back and smiled,” notes Bower in his book.

However, their closed-door affairs weren’t as picture-perfect. “Once the show was over they disappeared into their chalet….as everyone drifted off, one journalist looked through the Beckhams’ chalet window. Posh was slapping Beckham hard on his face. Beckham, famous for his ‘short fuse’, did not retaliate.”

Victoria’s transition to Spain wasn’t comfortable, making her life there quite disagreeable. “Her life in Madrid was lonely and unhappy. Although she had everything money could buy she was isolated. With few friends, she was unwilling to learn Spanish. Her diet, rigorous exercise and chain-smoking reflected her anxieties.”

Disastrous Vogue shoot

Victoria and David Beckham were reportedly battling to keep their marriage afloat years after the Rebecca Loos scandal, according to The House of Beckham. Despite overcoming that hurdle, the Beckhams faced renewed gossip about their relationship 14 years after Rebecca’s bombshell.

Amidst wild speculation of an impending divorce, Victoria and her PR mastermind opted for a bold Vogue interview and photoshoot to quash the whispers. “That would be an ideal platform to crush rumours of a split,” Bower writes, adding: “The interview would be accompanied with photographs of the Happy Beckham Family. David returned specially to London for the photoshoot….the entire Beckham family was to be photographed sitting as a harmonious group in a wooden rowing boat on a pond, which was to be shot as if it were a lake.

“But soon there was tension over whether David would appear in the shoot, with the footballer’s publicist adamant that he would not take part. Not mentioned was Beckham’s new opinion that his children should not be exploited for the brand,” Bower claims. “Unspoken was his apparent fury with Victoria’s endless self-promotion campaigns.”

He added: “The wrangling was followed by an outburst between Beckham and Victoria. Beckham relented. Finally, the family was shuffled on to the boat.” But what ensued could only be described as farcical. “Unexpectedly, once the six were afloat, Beckham insisted that his cocker spaniel Olive should feature in the shot too. The dog had 71,000 Instagram followers. Gingerly, the boat was pushed from the shore. Suddenly, Olive jumped into the water.

“Beckham was about to follow and rescue his pet. Screaming ‘No’, worried that his clothes would get soaked, several assistants plunged into the water to grab the dog. Victoria’s face turned to thunder. Another argument blew up. A sulk descended. Plans for the family photo were ditched.”

He goes on: “Victoria posed only with the children and the spaniel. In the aftermath, Beckham and Victoria posed as a twosome, separate and looking rather severe. But they were, as ever, consummate actors. No one looking at the perfect images could have imagined the dramas over the proceedings. The cover photograph would be of Victoria, and only with her four children.”

Posh’s Glasto scavenger hunt

David Beckham’s 2017 Glastonbury adventure didn’t quite pan out as expected, thanks to an unexpected appearance by his wife Victoria at Worthy Farm. While the couple admitted to being “against each other” in David’s Netflix series last year, they only briefly discussed their struggle to save their marriage in the early 00s when David was accused of having an affair with his former PA Rebecca Loos.

However, The House of Beckham suggests that the couple faced additional challenges years later – with the parents-of-four even engaging in a media battle through rival PR managers. Another low point for the Beckhams, as mentioned in the book, occurred in 2017 when Victoria gate-crashed David’s Glastonbury fun. Initially, David and a small group of friends, including his best mate Dave Gardner, attended the renowned British festival without Victoria, who was due to arrive later from New York.

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The night before Victoria’s arrival, the group – which included married Lady Mary Charteris and a “glamorous Australian bikini model” – partied until 5am. The celebrations resumed at lunchtime the next day, only to be interrupted by a phone call announcing Victoria’s arrival.

“There was no hassle and a great mood until she landed,’ moaned one of the group,” Bower pens in The House of Beckham. “With her entourage, she zoomed off in a golf buggy through the scruffy campers to the VIP zone. She was livid that her husband hadn’t responded to her phone calls and had sent out a search party. Eventually, David showed up. Within seconds, they were caught up in a heated argument…. ‘They looked quite miserable,’ observed one onlooker, ‘but they managed to pose for the cameras’.”

Swipe at ‘desperate’ Geri Halliwell

Victoria reportedly “couldn’t stand” her former Spice Girls bandmate, Geri Horner, according to investigative journalist Tom Bower’s new book, The House of Beckham: Money, Sex and Power. Bower’s book reveals that during the height of the Spice Girls’ fame, while everyone loved David Beckham, “Victoria was different”. He quotes her as saying: “‘I can’t stand Geri,’ she said about her former best friend. ‘She is one of the most disloyal people I’ve ever known’.”

The book also alleges that Victoria ridiculed Geri for dating DJ Chris Evans in 1999. According to Bower, Victoria said: “Twisting the knife, she even scoffed at Geri for going out with DJ Chris Evans. ‘She’ll do anything to get publicity. Geri doesn’t care what she does as long as she gets in the paper’.”

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s snub

In addition to looking back on Victoria’s Spice Girls feud, The House of Beckham also examines Posh and Becks’ relationship with the Royal family, particularly their strained bond with Harry and Meghan Markle. The former England captain, 49, and Posh Spice, 50, attended both William’s 2011 wedding to Kate Middleton and Harry and Meghan’s nuptials in 2018. But according to journalist Bower, David’s friendship with both brothers didn’t sit well with Meghan.

Bower writes that ahead of their wedding, Meghan and Harry were irritated by David’s close bond with William, which had blossomed during the UK’s World Cup bid in 2010. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, already feeling insecure about their perceived lower status and wealth compared to the Cambridges, reportedly found Becks’ camaraderie with William annoying.

“Meghan appeared to want to punish the Beckhams,” Bower claims, adding: “Television pictures of the couple arriving at St George’s Chapel for the wedding showed Victoria stony-faced and David chewing gum. Meghan had not invited them to the wedding dinner. Her veto was an insult.”

He remarks: “After all, many guests such as George Clooney and other Hollywood stars invited that evening did not even know Meghan. Victoria’s sour expression also reflected her anger about David’s behaviour at a Soho House party the previous night. He had been buying drinks for a brunette while Victoria sat silently thunderous nearby. Worse still, that very morning the woman had posted photos of herself and Beckham on the web.”

The Mirror has previously contacted representatives for the Beckhams and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex for comment.

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$349.00David Beckham Watch – Tudor Black Bay Pro m79470-0001

David Beckham Watch – Tudor Black Bay Pro m79470-0001​​

The football legend attended the day tenth of the 2022 Wimbledon, watching the match of Rafael Nadal vs. Taylor Fritz. He also brought his mum along with him to the match.

Looking very well-dressed, Beckham was spotted wearing his 39mm steel Tudor Black Bay Pro on a riveted steel bracelet, a watch unveiled at Watches & Wonders earlier in 2022.

The dial features a railroad minute line around the outside, the current protective trademark and emblem at 12 o’clock, and 3 text lines with a yellow profundity placed at 6 o’clock. The attached markings, which include a mix of dots, triangles, and a rectangle at 12 o’clock, have a similar feel. The 3D feature looks awesome and improves the piece’s technical, practical design.

The retail price is $3,917.

Becks paired a dapper brown double-breasted jacket with a tasteful striped shirt, square-patterned tie, white trousers, and suede loafers.

I think he had the best outfit we saw at the 2022 Wimbledon. Agree?

David Beckham Watch – Patek Philippe Grand Complications Celestial 6102P

David Beckham Watch – Patek Philippe Grand Complications Celestial 6102P​​

The fact that Beckham is a Breitling ambassador doesn’t mean he only has Breitling watches. Let’s start with this amazing timepiece: the 44 mm platinum Patek Philippe Celestial Grand Complication 6102P, which tracks the movement of the stars and moon, would come to replace bling.

Quoted from Patek Philippe: Highlighting Patek Philippe’s great tradition of astronomical watches, the Celestial devotes its dial to a rotating chart of the heavenly bodies. At any time, its owner may admire the exact configuration of the nocturnal sky in the northern hemisphere, with the apparent movement of the stars and the phases and orbit of the moon. Two skeletonized hands point to the hours and minutes of mean solar time. An Ellipse, deposited on the underside of the sapphire glass, frames the portion of the sky visible from Geneva and all other cities located at the same latitude.

The basketball player LeBron James has a similar piece but in rose gold. His watch reference is 6102R.

Watches of David Beckham – Tudor Ranger 79950

Watches of David Beckham – Tudor Ranger 79950​​

Earlier in January 2023, the former British footballer was spotted flexing his 39mm steel Tudor Ranger 79950 with a black dial on an “olive” Nato.

Retail price: $2,825.

Tudor debuts the new Ranger collection in three varieties to commemorate the anniversary of the British North Greenland Expedition, which started on July 8, 1952. Despite having a 39mm steel case with a smooth finish, all of them have an olive green jacquard woven strap with a burgundy and beige stripe.

With a roughly 70-hour power reserve, the Tudor MT5402 automatic movement powers this dependable, hardy, and classic watch. The traditional “Ranger” dial features painted beige Arabic markers with batons between the 12, 3, and 6 o’clock positions. These markers are covered in Super Luminova, which lights green at night. The arrow-shaped hour hand, a seconds hand with a burgundy highlight at the tip, and the word “Ranger” at the 6 o’clock position on the dial are additional highlights.

Watches of David Beckham – Tudor Black Bay 58 M79018v-0001

Watches of David Beckham – Tudor Black Bay 58 M79018v-0001

When invited to Wimbledon’s Royal Box, style is essential, something football icon David Beckham clearly understands. At Wimbledon 2023, he paired a chic summer ensemble with a stunning Tudor Black Bay 58.

This watch, Ref. m79018v-0001, harmonizes with Centre Court’s green grass with its 39 mm, 18-karat yellow gold case, matching bezel with a matte green 60-minute graduated disc, and gold markings. The green dial sits under a domed sapphire crystal, highlighted by gold details and complemented by a dark brown alligator strap with a gold buckle. A bonus green fabric strap featuring a gold band completes this timepiece.

Retail price: $17,400.

Watches of David Beckham – Breitling Transocean Chronograph AB0510U4

Watches of David Beckham – Breitling Transocean Chronograph AB0510U4​​

Despite him being a Tudor Ambassador doesn’t mean that his watches are only from Tudor. He also has watches from other brands, like I mention in the beginning. For example, in this picture, he wears a Breitling Transocean Chronograph AB0510U4.

This watch pairs a chronograph with a world time function, courtesy of its in-house caliber B05. Thanks to its double disk, the Transocean Chronograph Unitime provides at-a-glance reading, anywhere in the world, of the time in all 24 timezones. When the user changes timezone, simply turning the crown forwards or backwards enables instant correction of the hour hand, the city disk and the 24-hour disk – while automatically adjusting the date to local time.

Its retail price is about $6,500.

Watches of David Beckham – Rolex Sprite 126720VTNR

Watches of David Beckham – Rolex Sprite 126720VTNR​​

Featuring a cerachrom bezel insert that combines green and black, which was never done before, the new Rolex GMT-Master II Ref. 126720VTNR is officially the first left-handed Rolex ever made with a crown position at 9 instead of 3 o’clock. The model has been nicknamed “Sprite” by the watch community of the previous “Pepsi,” “Coke,” and “Rootbeer” bezel color combinations.

With the new color combination and eye-catching design, the Rolex Sprite surely brings fresh energy to one of the world’s most famous watch brands. The Sprite’s retail price is $11,050 and currently (Feb 2023) sells on the grey market for around $24,000.

David and Victoria Beckham Watch – Rolex Day-Date and Patek Philippe Nautilus

David and Victoria Beckham Watch – Rolex Day-Date and Patek Philippe Nautilus​​

Enjoying their summer vacation in 2022, He and his wife were spotted wearing excellent watches in 18k rose gold.

A $90,000 rose gold Rolex Day-Date with the anniversary dial, Roman numeral hour markers, diamond-set bezel, and the presidential bracelet was spotted on David’s wrist.

On Victoria’s wrist, we can see a rose gold Patek Philippe Nautilus 7118/1200R with a golden brown opaline dial. The dial features gold-applied hour markers and numerals with luminescent coating, and the bezel is set with 56 brilliant-cut diamonds. Her watch is selling on the secondary market for about $120,000.

Everyone is saying the same thing about Prince William’s appearance at Royal Ascot

Prince William has attended Royal Ascot this week, with royal fans all spotting one thing about his appearance.

Prince William looked delighted to be in attendance on Wednesday (Image: GETTY)

Royal fans all pointed out one thing they “love” about Prince William’s appearance at this year’s Royal Ascot.

William has joined his family at the annual event, with fans pointing out how “expressive and playful” he appeared.

Following his appearance on Wednesday, one fan took to X to comment: “William was so expressive and playful at Ascot today, I love it.”

Many fans also spotted how much the royal was smiling and enjoying being in attendance, with one writing on X: “This is really lovely! Prince William laughing with his cousins and close family at Royal Ascot today [heart-faced emoji].”

Delighting royal fans across the globe, William was spotted in a heart-warming moment with Zara Tindall and Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie.

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The royal, who will celebrate his 42th birthday on Friday, was spotted playfully flicking the tassel on Eugenie’s hat, prompting laughter from onlookers.

The sweet moment even made fans compare the royal to his youngest son, Prince Louis – who is known for his cheeky antics at royal events.

Prince Louis, six, has been known to stick out his tongue and wave enthusiastically from royal balconies and carriages.

The young royal, alongside his two elder siblings, made his first public appearance of the year last weekend at Trooping the Colour.

 

Prince William playfully touched the tassel on Princess Eugenie’s hat (Image: GETTY)

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William was spotted enjoying a sweet moment with Zara, who is often deemed as being very close to him and the Princess of Wales.

Posting a picture of Zara linking arms with William, another fan commented: “I love this picture of Prince William and Zara Tindall at Royal Ascot today! [white-heart emoji].

“William is definitely the cousin closest to both William and Catherine, and I honestly believe she is the sibling that [William] deserves.”

Although he appeared at Royal Ascot on Tuesday, King Charles was absent from yesterday’s event due to his ongoing cancer treatment.

Zara Tindall shared a sweet moment with Prince William (Image: GETTY)

The 75-year-old, who was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year, was noticeably absent from yesterday’s event.

Queen Camilla, however, was still in attendance and took part in the royal procession with Prince William.

William was also joined by his parents-in-law, Carole and Michael Middleton on Wednesday.

Princess Kate’s three secret messages from Trooping the Colour that you missed

A fashion expert reveals the three hidden messages Princess Kate was trying to communicate with her style choice at Trooping the Colour.

The Princess of Wales melted the nation’s hearts when she gave us a wave from the Buckingham Palace balcony for the first time in six months during Trooping the Colour last weekend.

Princess Kate’s triumphant appearance does not mean that she’ll make a full return to royal duties, however, it did give the public a good reassurance boost and showcased the Royal Family’s unity in all its glory.

But it looks like apart from celebrating the King’s official birthday, the future Queen, who looked sensational in an upcycled monochrome Jenny Packham dress, Jimmy Choo heels, matching Philip Treacy hat and Mulberry clutch, could also have wanted to communicate certain messages to the public with her impeccable style choice, according to a fashion expert.

Megan Watkins, Head Stylist at online fashion destination SilkFred, commented on the Princess of Wales’s Trooping the Colour outfit and pinpointed three key details which could be seen as messages from the beloved royal.

Here, the Express takes a look at all three of them.

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According to Ms Watkins, the princess could have wanted to express her gratitude to the public by choosing British brands for an appearance “we were all waiting for”.

The style expert explained: “Staying true to her signature classic yet fashion-forward style, Kate stepped out in a monochrome Jenny Packham dress, Jimmy Choo pumps, matching Philip Treacy wide-brimmed angular hat and Mulberry clutch.

“Here, she showed her eternal love of British brands, something she’s always championed, which could be seen as a nod to her country’s support during this hard time.”

“Eagle-eyed royal watchers will notice that this is not the first time Kate has worn this knee-length Jenny Packham dress. She also wore the piece during the King’s Coronation weekend last year.”

Kate’s upcycling greatly resembled the outfit of her daughter, Princess Charlotte, who donned a navy and white dress, accessorised with white Mary Jane shoes and a white bow on her hair.

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Princess Kate made her first public appearance in six months (Image: Getty)

Princess Kate wore a stunning Jenny Packman dress (Image: Getty)

According to Ms Watkins, this mirroring could have meant to show “a strong sense of family unity and togetherness, perhaps signifying the ongoing support from her family”.

Thirdly, the Princess of Wales’s choice to wear the black and white number was deemed to have carried quite a significance in a bid to reassure the public of a brighter future.

The style expert explained: “Although her outfit had accents of black, it was mainly white, a colour that traditionally is a symbol of hope, purity and rebirth, perhaps hinting at better times to come.

“Although Kate has always loved a good monochrome moment, and therefore was staying true to her signature style – there was something more moving about eschewing colour on her first appearance since Christmas. Although it could perhaps suggest that she’s not quite ready to dive into bold summer colours, I believe it was also a concerted effort to not take any attention away from the King.”

Ms Watkins concluded: “Kate has always been a master of ‘reading the room’ with her fashion choices, and her outfits often feel like nothing is chosen without careful consideration, and her appearance at Trooping the Colour was no exception.

The coordination with her children, going for a dress she’s worn before and the choice of black and white showed a beacon of hope for the Princess, her love of family and why she will always be our formal fashion inspiration.”

Meghan Markle’s business move has nothing to do with Kate’s return as she has ‘no control over…’

 

Meghan Markle launched two new products under her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, just hours before Kate Middleton’s royal comeback at Trooping the Colour.

A close friend of Markle’s unveiled a new raspberry-flavoured jam from the Duchess of Sussex’s brand and teased that she will also be selling dog biscuits. Soon after, the internet buzzed with claims that Meghan allegedly tried to steal the limelight from the Princess of Wales.

However, an expert has now clarified that the business move timed seemingly coincidentally, was not made with any malice and did not overshadow anything.

The cancer-stricken Princess of Wales made her much-awaited royal comeback on June 15th after staying out of the public eye since being diagnosed and undergoing preventative therapy. She was seeking privacy at her Royal Windsor home with her children and Prince William. Her return was definitely one of the most anticipated events for royal followers, so watching Meghan allegedly trying to ‘overshadow’ irked many, and she was slammed by netizens for this business move

Caratt, however, believes that Meghan had no role to play in this. She added, ‘She (Meghan) didn’t have any control over when Nacho would post them, and it didn’t overshadow anything.’ Nacho Figueras, a close friend of the Duke and a polo player who has been a familiar name in Harry’s inner circle since 2007, took to his Instagram to share jam and new dog biscuits hours ahead of the Trooping the Colour tradition, marking the monarch’s birthday.

Both products were perfectly presented in jars with a rustic touch.

Queen Camilla has set the rules for Prince Harry’s meet with King Charles, he can’t…

 

As Queen Camilla is now taking care of King Charles III’s royal duties, she ruled that Prince Harry is not allowed to “talk alone” with his father during his visit on May 8, per a royal expert.

 

Angela Levin, the royal expert, told GB News, “Queen Camilla will not let Harry talk alone to his father. He can’t be trusted. I think King Charles is vulnerable. He might say something about his health.”

Levin’s apprehension stems from the delicate nature of the King’s health and the strained relationship with his son. Despite the familial tensions, Levin acknowledged, “Nobody really wants to see him. King Charles will, because he’s his father, and fathers love their children even if they go off and behave badly.”

The complexity of the situation was evident when Prince Harry made a brief 24-hour visit to London following the announcement of King Charles’ diagnosis.

I can’t see how it can happen in the time he’s here. Last time he was here very quickly and was rushed out. Some people say he saw his father for 20 minutes, some say half an hour,” Levin speculated.

As Queen Camilla is now taking care of King Charles III’s royal duties, she ruled that Prince Harry is not allowed to “talk alone” with his father during his visit on May 8, per a royal expert.

Angela Levin, the royal expert, told GB News, “Queen Camilla will not let Harry talk alone to his father. He can’t be trusted. I think King Charles is vulnerable. He might say something about his health.”

Levin’s apprehension stems from the delicate nature of the King’s health and the strained relationship with his son. Despite the familial tensions, Levin acknowledged, “Nobody really wants to see him. King Charles will, because he’s his father, and fathers love their children even if they go off and behave badly.”

The complexity of the situation was evident when Prince Harry made a brief 24-hour visit to London following the announcement of King Charles’ diagnosis.

I can’t see how it can happen in the time he’s here. Last time he was here very quickly and was rushed out. Some people say he saw his father for 20 minutes, some say half an hour,” Levin speculated.

Prince Harry’s upcoming visit coincides with the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games, an event he will commemorate with a speech.

Meghan Markle and senior royal family members will be absent from the occasion. The timing of the event presents a logistical challenge, as Levin pointed out: “This time it’s going to be particularly awkward because the service at St Paul’s Cathedral is going to finish at 6 p.m., which is exactly the time that the first garden party of the year, which King Charles is going to, also finishes at 6 p.m.”

“You can imagine Charles is vulnerable because he will go around shaking hands with goodness knows how many people who are coming,” Levin added.

However commentator Michael Cole shared with GB News, “It’s good news for the King. The doctors are happy with the way the treatment is going, and he’s returning to more public-facing duties, which I know is what he wants to do. Of course, there is the Harry problem. He’s coming next week for the 10th-anniversary service of Thanksgiving at Saint Paul’s Cathedral.”

“I think it will be a key moment because we will see whether the King will receive his son.”

Following the cancer announcement, Prince Harry mentioned to Good Morning America that he had “more trips planned,” leaving the possibility of a reunion open.

Cole concluded with a hopeful note on the King’s willingness to welcome his son: “I think he will see him. I think there’s a good possibility that he will be in town. The King has other duties.

And he has always made it clear that his door remains open to his youngest son. The prodigal is always welcome at home. Of course, he has to be contrite, and he has to ask for forgiveness beforehand, but the King will do that.”