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Prince Louis is beaming from ear to ear in an adorable photo released to mark his sixth birthday which was taken by his mother, the Princess of Wales.

The youngest child of the Prince and Princess of Wales celebrates turning six today, after returning to school following the Easter holidays.

Typically, Kensington Palace will release portraits of the Wales children early in the morning to mark their birthdays, however fans were left disappointed this morning when the social media accounts for Kate and William did not feature any photos of the cheeky six-year-old.

In a break with tradition, William and Kate shared a photo of their younger son this afternoon rather than at midnight on his birthday as is customary with new royal portraits. It is understood the photo was released later than usual because the family is going through an ‘unprecedented’ time.

The photo was taken in the grounds of Adelaide Cottage by his mother, the Princess of Wales, who often photographs her children’s birthday portraits. It suggests that, as she recovers from chemotherapy, she is feeling well enough to get back behind the camera.

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The Princess of Wales took Prince Louis’s birthday snap to mark her youngest child turning six today

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The snap was posted on the Prince and Princess of Wales’s social media accounts thanking royal fans for all the kind wishes they had sent to the young prince

The caption read: ‘Happy 6th Birthday, Prince Louis! Thank you for all the kind wishes today.’

As the beaming prince looks into the camera, he is lying on his front and looks all grown up with his brunette hair swept to the side, and a smart checked shirt.

He appears to be wearing dark shorts with bare feet and is lying on a fleeced blanket.

The picture is understood to have been unedited, following the furore that resulted over the Princess’ photoshopped Mother’s Day picture, which saw it withdrawn by international picture agencies. She later apologised for the confusion.

Normally the couple issue a photograph of each of their children to mark their birthdays in advance for use on the day itself.

This year the Wales’ had originally decided not to do so given that it is such an ‘unprecedented’ time for their family.

As he flashes his biggest smile, the young prince also appears to have lost a couple of his baby teeth since his last official appearance on Christmas Day 2023.

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The Princess of Wales announced in an emotive video message last month that she is undergoing a course of preventative chemotherapy

Louis’s sixth birthday comes as the Wales family takes time away from the spotlight while the Princess, 42, recovers from abdominal surgery and subsequent cancer treatment.

Mother-of-three Kate revealed in March that she was undergoing a course of preventative chemotherapy for a type of cancer that remains undisclosed.

In a heartbreaking video the Princess of Wales detailed how the cancerous cells were discovered, while she was undergoing surgery for a different condition in January.

She explained that she had not spoken out about it earlier because she wanted to have time to ‘explain everything’ to George, Charlotte and Louis and assure them ‘I’m going to be ok’.

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At Trooping the Colour last year, Louis got into the spirit of the Red Arrows as he appeared to impersonate a pilot

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As Louis travelled in a carriage with his siblings at Trooping the Colour, Princess Charlotte, eight and Prince George, 10, he looked put off by an unpleasant smell in Horse Guards Parade

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Kensington Palace released snaps of Prince Louis playing on the beach in Norfolk to mark his fourth birthday

This was also the reason the William was forced to pull out of a memorial service for his late godfather, King Constantine of Greece, as it is understood that this was when the family first found out about Kate’s condition.

In her emotive statement, Kate said: ‘The surgery was successful, however, tests after the operation found that cancer had been present.

‘As you can imagine, this has taken time. It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment.’

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The last time royal fans were given a glimpse of Prince Louis, he appeared alongside his mother and his siblings in a Mother’s Day photo which was later withdrawn by picture agencies around the world

The last time royal fans were given a glimpse of Prince Louis, the young prince appeared with his siblings, Prince George, 10, and Princess Charlotte, eight, as they smiled alongside their mother Kate on Mother’s Day.

The snap released by Kensington Palace, generated controversy when picture agencies around the world issued ‘kill notices’, over concerns it had been ‘manipulated’.

Both the agencies and eagle-eyed internet sleuths noticed several inconsistencies in the photo, including in the alignment of Princess Charlotte’s skirt, her hair, and the zip on Kate’s khaki jacket.

Following the social media storm, the Princess of Wales was forced to issue a statement admitting she had ‘edited’ the image – which had initially been hoped would quell wild conspiracy theories that had circulated about her health.

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Prince Louis sweetly held hands with his second cousin Mia Tindall as he joined the rest of the royal family at Sandringham on Christmas Day

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Louis held hands with his cousin, who has two younger siblings herself, as they walked into the church service

In a post on Instagram and X/Twitter, the Princess said: ‘Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing.

‘I wanted to express my apologies for any confusion the family photograph we shared yesterday caused. I hope everyone celebrating had a very happy Mother’s Day. C.’

Prince Louis was born on April 23, 2018 in the Lindo Wing of St Mary’s Hospital, like his older silings Charlotte and George.

A statement from Kensington Palace at the time read: ‘Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge was safely delivered of a son at 1101hrs.

‘The baby weighs 8lbs 7oz. The Duke of Cambridge was present for the birth. Her Royal Highness and her child are both doing well.’

Since thenm he’s become known for his flair in front of the camera and has previously delighted royal fans with his expressive performances at royal events.

At Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, the young royal, then four-years-old, took centre stage as the royal family appeared on the balcony.

Alarmed by the noise caused by the Red Arrows circling overhead, he covered his ears and winced.

Similarly, the youngster charmed audiences around the world with his antics at the concert held in honour of his ‘Gan Gan’ and her 70-year reign.

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Prince Louis delighted fans with his expressive antics during the various Platinum Jubilee celebrations

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The most stylish royal! Prince Louis, then four, left royal fans in stitches as he danced to the music at the concert

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The young prince’s cheeky antics went viral as royal fans were left in hysterics at his funny behaviour

During the concert, Louis was seen larking about as he played with his mother and sat on his grandfather King Charles’s lap.

Last year at Trooping the Colour, he once again stole the show with his funny antics, and delighted fans once again on the balcony of Buckingham Palace as he got into the spirit of the Red Arrows and pretended to be a pilot.

He also made viewers chuckle as he arrived in a carriage with his siblings at Horse Guards Parade – and seemed put off by an unpleasant smell.

The prince scrunched up his face and held his nose as the carriage moved along, while his older siblings seemed unfazed by the smell.

As Kensington Palace celebrated Louis’s fifth birthday last year, Kate and William released a snap showing their youngest son’s playful side and his strong bond with his mother, as the Princess of Wales was seen pushing him in a wheelbarrow while he gleefully beamed.

The previous year, another photo of the Prince, taken by Kate, was shared by Kensington Palace which showed him playing on the beach in Norfolk.’

During Louis’s last public appearance on Christmas Day 2023 at Sandringham, he put on another heart-warming display as he held hands with his second cousin, Mia Tindall, on the way to St Mary Magdalene Church.

Mia, nine, is the eldest daughter of Zara and Mike Tindall, and has two younger siblings herself, Lena and Lucas.

Christmas 2023 was Louis’s second time joining his family for the annual trip to St Mary Magdalene Church as he is now deemed old enough to attend.

Princess of Wales takes heartwarming photo of Prince Louis for his sixth birthday as she puts Photoshop row behind her amid cancer battle

The Princess of Wales has taken a heartwarming photo of Prince Louis to mark his birthday as she puts the Photoshop row behind her.

The royal, 42, who is currently undergoing cancer treatment, is a keen photographer and traditionally releases a portrait of her children on their birthdays every year.

Louis, who beams at the camera, is seen lying on his front on a camel blanket in the grounds of the Windsor estate.

The Prince and Princess of Wales’ youngest child looks all grown up with his brunette hair swept to the side.

For the occasion, the young royal wore a blue-and-brown checked shirt and matching navy shorts.

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The Princess of Wales pictured holding a camera as she takes part in a a photography workshop with the charity ‘Action for Children’ in Kingston in June 2019

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Prince Louis pictured by the Princess of Wales for his sixth birthday. The image shows the royal lying on a picnic blanket in the grounds of the Windsor estate

Sharing the image on Instagram and X, the royal couple wrote: ‘Happy 6th Birthday, Prince Louis! Thank you for all the kind wishes today.’

The Princess’ latest photo suggest Kate is keen to put last month’s Photoshop row behind her as she concentrates on her cancer treatment.

In March, royal fans went into meltdown after Associated Press issued a ‘kill notice’ on a photo of the Princess of Wales and her three children that had been released for Mother’s Day.

It was the first official photo that was published of Kate after she underwent abdominal surgery in January.

That evening, the Associated Press became the first agency to ‘kill’ the photo over an ‘inconsistency in the alignment of Princess Charlotte’s left hand’.

While AP said there was no suggestion the photo was fake, it retracted it because it said on closer inspection, the source had manipulated the image in a way that did not meet the agency’s photo standards.

The following day, the Princess of Wales admitted that she edited the Mother’s Day photo herself and apologised for ‘any confusion’ it had caused.

A statement from the Princess of Wales said: ‘Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing.

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This Mother’s Day portrait – which Kate later admitted to Photoshopping – was the first official photo that was published of the Princess after she underwent abdominal surgery in January

‘I wanted to express my apologies for any confusion the family photograph we shared yesterday caused. I hope everyone celebrating had a very happy Mother’s Day. C’

Two weeks later, the Princess of Wales announced she was battling cancer – amid mounting pressure for the Palace to comment on her condition.

It is believed that the Princess of Wales announced her cancer diagnosis on 22 March as this was the day George, Charlotte and Louis broke up from Lambrook School in Bracknell for their Easter break.

The announcement may have been timed so that her children would not immediately face questions in the playground after the news was made public.

The family are reported to have spent the Easter holidays together as they adjust to Kate’s diagnosis, which was discovered in post-operative tests following her major abdominal surgery.

In the emotional message, which was filmed in Windsor, Kate revealed the news had come as a ‘huge shock’ and that she and William ‘have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family’.

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Earlier this month, Kate revealed in an emotional video message that she has been diagnosed with cancer

Speaking from a bench surrounded by daffodils and spring blossom, she said: ‘It has taken us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte and Louis in a way that is appropriate for them, and to reassure them that I am going to be ok.

‘As I have said to them; I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal; in my mind, body and spirits.

‘Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance too. As is the love, support and kindness that has been shown by so many of you. It means so much to us both.’

Kate revealed that she had been diagnosed with cancer after undergoing a planned operation at The London Clinic in January.

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The insider also claimed to PEOPLE magazine Kate and William are also prioritising family time as ‘having fun together when they can is very important’

She explained: ‘In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery in London and at the time, it was thought that my condition was non-cancerous,’ she said.

‘The surgery was successful. However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present.

‘My medical team therefore advised that I should undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy and I am now in the early stages of that treatment.’

The announcement sent shockwaves around the world and came after weeks of speculation – and wild conspiracy theories – about her health.

It also creates a fresh crisis for the British Royal Family at a time where King Charles is also battling cancer. In January Sarah, the Duchess of York, was diagnosed with skin cancer, just six months after being treated for breast cancer.

“She’s always trying to get me to cleanse my face so… why not?” the athlete said of his wife

David Beckham shares a video of his skincare routine. PHOTO: VICTORIA BECKHAM/INSTAGRAM

Victoria Beckham’s Instagram account has been hacked — by her husband David Beckham!

 

On Saturday, May 11, the soccer star, 49, posted a video and photo on his beauty mogul wife’s account, taking her millions of followers through his morning routine, which featured a cleanser, serum and moisturizer from Victoria’s eponymous beauty brand.

“THE DAVID BECKHAM MORNING SKINCARE ROUTINE,” the caption of the video began.

“My wife recently launched a cleansing duo, I like to use the @VictoriaBeckhamBeauty DAILY LACTIC ACID GEL CLEANSER. I then follow this by combining the @VictoriaBeckhamBeauty POWER SERUM with the @VictoriaBeckhamBeauty PRIMING MOISTURISER,” David, 49, continued. “That’s my skincare routine … how did I do @VictoriaBeckham? 😘 – DB x.”

The businessman, who was shirtless in the video, explained that Victoria, 50, nudges him about keeping up with his skincare.

“So, my wife will be very happy right now because I’m about to do the Victoria Beckham daily lactic acid gel cleanser,” David began narrating the video. “She’s always trying to get me to cleanse my face so… why not?”

The athlete said the product “smells good” and “feels good.”

“Let’s see how good it looks, or how good I look,” he continued, before washing the cleanser off of his face.

David joked that Victoria will probably tell him he didn’t leave the cleanser on long enough before saying that he actually does mix his wife’s serum with her moisturizer product and put it on his face every day.

“It makes a huge difference, especially when you’ve been traveling.” he said as he was applying the mixture.

 

He raved that his wife’s brand has “the best products,” before joking that the serum and moisturizer mixture “also doubles up as hand cream.”

“That will probably get edited out,” he joked with a cheeky smile.

A second post on Victoria’s Instagram grid featured a photo of David shirtless and laughing as he looked away from the camera while holding the Victoria Beckham Beauty products.

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“I thought I would give my wife the weekend off and take over her Instagram with my skincare routine. Video coming next using @VictoriaBeckhamBeauty – DB x,” he wrote in the caption of that post.

Victoria Beckham and David Beckham.VICTORIA BECKHAM/INSTAGRAM

Although Victoria isn’t featured in either post, the couple spent time together recently, enjoying the colorful display of lights known as the aurora borealis when it reached their home in the U.K. on Friday, May 10. The couple shared the spectacular experience on their Instagram Stories.

Priпce Philip allegedly drew comparisoпs betweeп the Dυchess of Sυssex aпd the Americaп socialite wife of Kiпg Edward VIII.

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Meghaп pictυred dυriпg the bombshell iпterview with Oprah Wiпfrey

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Americaп socialite Wallis Simpsoп married Kiпg Edward after his abdicatioпCredit: Getty – Coпtribυtor

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Meghaп at the υпveiliпg of the Labalaba Statυe iп Fiji iп 2018Credit: Getty

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The Dυke aпd Dυchess of Wiпdsor arriviпg iп Britaiп as gυests of the Qυeeп for the first time after his abdicatioпCredit: Corbis

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Priпce Harry aпd Meghaп atteпdiпg a polo fυпdraiser eveпt iп Lagos, Nigeria last weekCredit: Reυters
Philip is said to have пickпamed Meghaп “D.O.W” iп a пod to Wallis’ Dυchess of Wiпdsor title after she wed Edward iп 1937.

 

Their relatioпship υltimately led to Edward’s abdicatioп a year earlier, plυпgiпg the Royal Family iпto chaos.

Speakiпg to The Sυп’s Royal Exclυsive show, Historiaп Gareth Rυssell revealed why sυch comparisoпs have beeп made betweeп the two.

He described how Wallis “loathed her sister-iп-law” aпd “waпted to be the star of the moпarchy”.

The aυthor added: “Allegedly Priпce Philip made the comparisoп [with Meghaп] aпd he had met Wallace.

“Oпe of the thiпgs that the Dυke aпd Dυchess of Wiпdsor Edward aпd Wallis did iп the 1930s, 40s aпd 50s is these very coпtroversial qυasi-Royal toυrs, пot royal toυrs.

“They were wiпed aпd diпed, did a coυple of thiпgs iп America like the Sυssexes, they did have toυrs that areп’t toυrs that rυbbed the Royal Family υp the wroпg way.

“I thiпk Wallis Simpsoп has two kiпds of persoпalities depeпdiпg oп which aυthor yoυ’re listeпiпg to aпd iп maпy ways they are the same as we ascribe to Meghaп.

 

“Wallis is either preseпted as someoпe who was ambitioυs, loathed her sister-iп-law, waпted to be the star player iп the moпarchy, was very, very difficυlt to work for aпd esseпtially moved Edward away from beiпg a workiпg member of the royal family.”

It comes after royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith earlier this year described how the dυchess shares the same “пarciss­istic aпd coпtrolliпg” qυalities as Wallis.
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Viewers also drew comparisoпs betweeп the two followiпg the Sυssexes bombshell iпterview with Oprah Wiпfrey iп 2021.

Royal aυthor Iпgrid Seward wrote how Philip was “oпe of the few wary of sυccυmbiпg to Meghaп’s charm offeпsive” aпd “detected similarities to Wallis” sooп after she met Harry.

Gareth, thoυgh, also poiпted to the alterпative view of Wallis as waпtiпg to “remoυld” her owп life.

He said: “Esseпtially she was someoпe who dared to remoυld life oп her owп terms aпd take the steps she waпted to live as a relatioп of the Wiпdsors, bυt she did пot пecessarily waпt to feel shackled by that.

“The best evideпce we have, decades after the abdicatioп crisis, are letters from 1936 where Wallis tells people she is very close to that she feels Edward always waпted to get oυt of the moпarchy aпd that she is beiпg υsed as the get oυt ticket.

“Meghaп iп some ways has beeп slotted iпto those two persoпality types depeпdiпg oп which team yoυ fall oп.

“I teпd to thiпk cυltυrally she has beeп made very similar to Wallis Simpsoп bυt I doп’t thiпk I bυy that they are that similar as persoпality types.”

Edward VIII said iп his fiпal broadcast as Kiпg that he coυldп’t carry oп his dυty withoυt the womaп he loved at his side as his Qυeeп.

The Sυssexes decisioп to step dowп as workiпg royals aпd move to Moпtecito, Califorпia, has beeп compared to Edward’s abdicatioп.

Who was Wallis Simpsoп?

WALLIS Simpsoп will forever be kпowп as the womaп who rocked the Royals aпd plυпged the moпarchy iпto crisis.

Her marriage to Kiпg Edward VIII iп 1937 meaпt he became the first-ever moпarch to abdicate, chaпgiпg the path of history – aпd eveпtυally leadiпg to Qυeeп Elizabeth II asceпdiпg to the throпe.

The sitυatioп betweeп Meghaп Markle aпd Priпce Harry is beiпg compared to Wallis Simpsoп aпd Kiпd Edward VIII, as both meп abaпdoпed their Royal dυties aпd titles for love.

Wallis was married twice before tyiпg the kпot with Priпce Edward.

Their relatioпship allegedly started iп 1934, bυt Edward – theп a priпce – deпied this to his dad Kiпg George V.

Oп Jaпυary 20, 1936, George V died aпd Edward asceпded the throпe.

Fears were begiппiпg to grow that the пew kiпg plaппed to marry Wallis as the Chυrch of Eпglaпd felt Edward coυld пot marry a divorced womaп with two liviпg ex-hυsbaпds.

Brits were also relυctaпt to accept aп Americaп as a qυeeп – promptiпg Wallis to flee to Fraпce to avoid the heavy press coverage.

Edward was told he coυld пot keep the throпe aпd marry Wallis, so he seпt shockwaves across the world wheп he decided to abdicate.

The pair married oп Jυпe 3, 1937, at the Châteaυ de Caпdé bυt пo members of Edward’s family atteпded.

They became Dυke aпd Dυchess of Wiпdsor.

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A portrait of the Wallis Simpsoп, Dυchess of WiпdsorCredit: Getty – Coпtribυtor

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Priпce Philip compared Meghaп to WallisCredit: Getty

As Victoria and David Beckham approach their 19th anniversary, the couple is once again battling rumors of trouble in their marriage – and speaking out to squash the speculation.

“Over the years, Victoria has fought hard for her marriage, and for David,” a source tells PEOPLE. “She never gave up when someone else might have.”

After shooting down social media speculation about a divorce, the former model and designer, who shares four children with the soccer star, 43, spoke openly about how she balances her personal and professional life.

“I try really, really hard. I try hardest to be the best mother,” Victoria, 44, said at the Forbes Women’s Summit in New York City on Tuesday, according to Hello!.

“I am trying to be the best wife and the best professional. When I get home I try to put the phone down and spend time with the children and spend time with David,” she added.

 

David and Victoria Beckham.

“I have the support of an incredible husband,” Victoria continued. “We really are equal with everything we do at home with the children. When I’m away he’s the one doing the school run and doing the cooking.”

Her comments come just weeks after her and David’s rep told PEOPLE that the two were not heading for divorce.

“What nonsense. Journalist Chinese whispers and fake news fueled by social media,” the rep said. “There is no impending statement, no divorce!”

The power couple, who recently attended the royal wedding together, share children Brooklyn, 19, Romeo, 15, Cruz, 13 and daughter Harper, 6.

 

The duo met in the Manchester United players’ lounge in 1997. David was playing for the team at the time, but had not yet become one of the team’s most recognizable stars.

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He has said he knew Victoria was ‘The One’ before even meeting her in person. While watching a Spice Girls music video on TV, Beckham proclaimed to a pal: “See the girl in the dark short dress? I’m going to marry her.”

The designer echoed her hubby’s statement: “Completely love at first sight. He told me he went home and wrote my [telephone] number on so many other things in case he lost it.”

 

The duo married in a lavish 1999 wedding at an Irish castle, and despite often praising each other in interviews, they went on to endure speculation about the state of their union for nearly two decades.

“We’ve had our ups and downs,” she admitted to Vogue in 2013, adding, “but we’re so proud of each other.”

Two years later, the former Spice Girl-turned-fashion designer said she had effectively learned how to tune out the haters.

“I have never listened to, or commented on, the rumors about any aspect of my life,” she told Grazia magazine in regards to murmurs about a split.

 

David Beckham and Victoria Beckham at the MTV Movie Awards in 2003. KEVIN MAZUR/WIREIMAGE

“I am blessed to have a wonderful husband and beautiful, healthy, happy children,” she continued. “Yes, we travel a lot with our respective businesses and charitable commitments, but we always make time for each other as a couple and as a family. David and I have nothing to prove. We love each other, look out for each other and are strong as both partners and parents.”

She also spoke about how much she admires her husband. “My husband constantly inspires me and guides me – he has done so much good work,” she said of the man who serves as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. “I look up to him and have the utmost respect and admiration for all that he has achieved.”

In 2016, Victoria included some marriage advice in a letter addressed to her 18-year-old self published in British Vogue. “In marriage: have patience. Bite your tongue. Be supportive. And preserve a bit of mystique,” she said.

“Never let yourself go completely (at least brush your hair, clean your teeth, have a bit of a brow going on because you will always want him to look at you and feel attracted),” Victoria added.

David and Victoria Beckham with sons Brooklyn, Romeo and Cruz, and daughter Harper. DAVID BECKHAM/INSTAGRAM

Last year, the couple renewed their vows in a relatively private ceremony. In an interview with BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs, David opened up about the special day, while also admitting that “marriage is difficult at times” as he and his wife continue to work hard at their relationship.

“We have renewed our vows since [our first wedding],” said David, who didn’t elaborate on when the ceremony took place. “It was a lot more private, about six people there in our house.”

The former soccer star said the secret to their 18-year marriage is making his relationship with Victoria a priority and working together through any hard times.

“We’re a strong family unit. We’ve got strong parents. We were brought up with the right values,” he said. “Of course you make mistakes over the years, and we all know marriage is difficult at times. It’s about working through it.”

He added, “We know each other better than anybody. People have talked about, ‘Do we stay together because it’s a brand?’ Of course not. We stay together because we love each other, because we have four amazing children.

“Do you go through tough times? Of course. That’s part of relationships. It’s part of marriages. It’s part of having children. It’s part of having responsibilities.”

Earlier this month, as rumors of a split began to circulate on social media, Victoria sent her “love” to David on Instagram with a photo of Harper.

“Morning cuddles x So much love 🙏🏻 We love and miss u @davidbeckham 💕💕💕💕,” she wrote in the caption.

Kensington Palace’s MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT on Princess Catherine’s RETURN After Chemotherapy Treatment
Royal enthusiasts around the world were taken by surprise and joy when Kensington Palace released an unexpected announcement regarding Princess Catherine’s upcoming engagement as she resumed her royal duties.

This news has sparked excitement and anticipation among fans, marking a significant moment for the royal family during a challenging period.

The announcement comes at a time when Prince William is making a crucial decision concerning the Princess of Wales’ chemotherapy treatment.

Despite the personal challenges the royal couple is facing, the news of Princess Catherine’s engagement has provided a much-needed boost of positivity and hope.

Kensington Palace revealed that Princess Catherine would be taking on new responsibilities and engagements in the coming months. This decision underscores her unwavering dedication to her royal duties, even as she navigates the complexities of her personal life.

The Princess of Wales’ recovery appears to be on track as she continues with her treatment and recuperation at Adelaide Cottage home in Windsor. Despite her health concerns, she continues to work diligently. Her focus on recovery and determination to fulfill her duties serve as a testament to her resilience and dedication to making a difference in the lives of others.

In a video message released in March, the Princess of Wales said, “I was diagnosed with cancer and am undergoing chemotherapy two months after I underwent major abdominal surgery. We hope that you will understand that, as a family, we now need some time, space, and privacy while I complete my treatment. My work has always brought me a deep sense of joy, and I look forward to being back when I am able, but for now, I must focus on making a full recovery,” Catherine said.

The outpouring of support and well-wishes for Catherine from fans across the globe underscores the deep admiration and affection people hold for her. Meanwhile, the Prince of Wales now faces significant challenges balancing his wife’s health, which remains undisclosed in terms of cancer type, with his royal responsibilities. Since the start of the year, Prince William has modified his diary to help support his wife Kate and their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.

Over the past week, Prince William has actively returned to royal duties, which also shows signs of optimism in Princess Catherine’s treatment process. However, many questions remain about how Catherine’s status will affect royal duties when she returns. Will the Prince of Wales take on a larger public role? How are they shielding their children from the harsh realities at this time?

Princess Catherine’s most recent official public appearance was on Christmas Day when she attended church with members of the royal family. Catherine was seen smiling and greeting fans as she walked to the royal family’s traditional Christmas morning service at Sandringham alongside William and their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.

Information is expected about the return of the Princess of Wales, and she will participate in various public events supporting numerous charitable causes close to her heart. Her previous engagements have often focused on mental health, early childhood education, and support for families, and it is expected that these themes will continue to be central to her work. Despite the challenges she faces, Princess Catherine’s unwavering spirit continues to inspire admiration and respect, affirming her role as a beloved member of the royal family.

Fans of the royal family have expressed their delight and admiration for Princess Catherine’s resilience and commitment. Social media platforms have been flooded with messages of support and well-wishes, highlighting the deep connection and affection that people around the world have for her.

Kate Middleton and Prince William’s five rules for an unbreakable marriage
It’s been 13 years since Prince William and Kate Middleton tied the knot in Westminster Abbey – and the couple are closer than they’ve ever been. According to a royal butler, it’s down to five key aspects

Princess Kate and Prince William’s marriage has gone from strength to strength ever since their fairytale royal wedding in April 2011.

Now, 13 years down the line, the couple share three children together and have formed a tight family unit.

But they have also faced challenging times, including the death of William’s grandparents, Prince Philip and the Queen, the ongoing fall-out with Prince Harry, and both the King and Kate’s cancer battles.

Despite that, the couple remain rock solid – and it’s all down to five golden rules, according to former royal butler Grant Harrold, who worked for King Charles between 2004 and 2011.

First up, Grant said that the couple have a shared sense of humour, noting that while William has a ‘serious side’, he is also very funny. “He’s like the Queen in that respect. His humour is quite unexpected,” he told OK!.

Similarly, Kate is very funny – and frequently gets the giggles when she is with William, which will set him off laughing, too.

Secondly, the pair both put family first. Both Princess Diana and King Charles were keen to give William and Harry as normal an upbringing as they could – and Kate is incredibly close to her family, something her husband loves.

Grant noted: “They’re very hands-on. The Queen adored her family but duty often came first. Whereas with William and Kate, their kids are always the number one priority and it’s something they both agree upon.”

Another key element of their marriage is the fact it is built on friendship. William and Kate were good friends at St. Andrews before falling in love which has set them up for a happy relationship. And they have a number of shared interests, including sports; the pair are famously competitive.

“Whether they’re holding hands or placing a hand on the other’s back to check in and reassure. I’ve seen how close and connected they are,” Grant added. “Just very tactile and sweet to one another. They always reminded me of the Queen and Prince Philip. They’re a great team because they’re great friends.”

With that in mind, William and Kate also understand the importance of making time for one another, and will carve out date nights away from their three children. It’s another way of checking in on each other and allows them to focus on being husband and wife and not just parents.

Finally, the future King is an old romantic! Grant recalled: “I remember him asking me to help with a candlelit dinner for Kate to celebrate Valentine’s Day. It was the Valentine’s after they got engaged and shortly before their wedding. I was so happy to be involved and I’m sure William picked Kate’s favourite dessert as a surprise.”

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Prince William and Princess Kate tease new film as they mark Mental Health Awareness Week

The Prince and Princess of Wales have long championed mental health and their new film focuses on the farming community.

The Prince and Princess of Wales have teased the release of a new film to mark Mental Health Awareness Week.

Posting a 14-second trailer to their social media pages, the pair said: “This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek we’ve brought together the inspirational Sam Stables from We Are Farming Minds and the brilliant Farmer Will for a very special film.

“Spending a day together on Sam’s farm in Hereford they chatted about mental health in the farming community, finding support and the Duchy of Cornwall’s Mental Health Strategy. Watch the film on YouTube from 12.30pm BST today.”

William and Kate met Sam when they visited his farm last September and launched the Duchy’s Mental Health Strategy. The Duchy is working with Sam to expand his charity’s reach.

The royal couple do not feature in the film.

Kate and William have long championed mental health and often speak out it’s just as important as physical health.

In 2017 they launched the Heads Together campaign, which convened eight charity partners with one voice, encouraged more people in the UK to talk openly about mental health than ever before, and more people started accessing services as a result.

Royal fans were quick to heap praise on the couple for focusing on mental wellbeing in the farming community.

One person wrote: “Breaking barriers and reducing stigma [clapping emojis].”

Another said: “Rural and remote farming brings enormous mental health challenges. Always good to see awareness.”

A third wrote: “Breaking barriers and nurturing mental well-being in the heart of the farm!”
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King Charles has been fiercely protective of his daughter-in-law, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, as they both battle cancer.

This revelation comes from Christopher Anderson, author of “The King,” who spoke to Fox News Digital.

Anderson emphasized that King Charles has been a steadfast supporter of Catherine, who has been undergoing chemotherapy for an undisclosed type of cancer and has largely stayed out of the public eye during her treatment.

A spokesperson for Kensington Palace confirmed to Fox News Digital that Catherine will return to her royal duties when her medical team clears her to do so.

Over the years, there have been criticisms both inside and outside the palace regarding Catherine’s perceived lack of involvement in royal duties, such as attending numerous ceremonial events. Anderson explained that Catherine has always prioritized the well-being of her children over her royal obligations. Historically, Charles has allowed such criticisms to persist, but he is no longer tolerating any negative remarks about her. Other royal family members and staff are aware that they risk reprimand from the King if they speak ill of Catherine.

Before announcing her diagnosis in the spring, Catherine and King Charles shared a private lunch, highlighting their close relationship. In February, Buckingham Palace announced that King Charles had been diagnosed with cancer and was undergoing treatment. This diagnosis came following a procedure for benign prostate growth, which revealed the presence of cancer.

King Charles publicly expressed his pride in Catherine for her bravery in addressing her illness. Buckingham Palace issued a statement noting that the King and Queen Camilla will continue to offer their love and support to the entire family during this difficult period. Anderson claimed that King Charles was moved to tears by Catherine’s video announcement about her cancer diagnosis. He sees her as incredibly courageous and recognizes that the future of the monarchy heavily depends on her, given that she is not only the wife of a future king but also the mother of a future king.

Catherine’s loyalty to the royal family has been unwavering, a quality that King Charles deeply values. This loyalty stands in contrast to the behavior of other members of the Windsor family. As both Catherine and King Charles navigate their health challenges, the royal family remains united, showcasing their resilience and mutual support during this trying time.
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William, Prince of Wales, shared a brief update on Catherine, Princess of Wales’ health during a visit to St.

Mary’s Community Hospital in the UK on May 10th. He spoke with hospital director Tracy Smith, who relayed to journalists, according to the Associated Press, that William mentioned, “She’s getting along admirably, much appreciated.”

Catherine, who was previously known as Kate Middleton, revealed in late March that she had been diagnosed with cancer and has since remained mostly out of the public eye.

She is currently undergoing preventative chemotherapy after being diagnosed with cancer, following a major abdominal surgery in January.

Initially, her condition was thought to be non-cancerous, but post-surgery tests revealed the presence of cancer.

In her March 22, 2024, video statement, Catherine explained that the cancer diagnosis came as a significant shock to her and her family. She noted the importance of managing the situation privately for the sake of their young children, George, Charlotte, and Louis. Catherine reassured viewers that she is well and getting stronger every day, but she also requested time, space, and privacy as she undergoes treatment, focusing on making a full recovery.

Buckingham Palace announced on February 5th that King Charles III had also been diagnosed with cancer after undergoing a procedure for benign prostate enlargement. While the specific type of cancer was not disclosed, it was clarified that it was not prostate cancer.

Kensington Palace’s statement on Catherine indicated that her surgery was successful and that she would stay in the hospital for 10 to 14 days before returning home to continue her recovery. Based on current medical advice, she is unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter. The palace emphasized that it would only provide significant updates and apologized for any upcoming commitments that the Princess had to defer.

After returning to Windsor on January 29th to continue her recovery, Catherine has been making good progress. A palace source informed NBC News in mid-January that William would also defer appearances and official duties while his wife was in the hospital and during her initial recovery at home. Following the surgery and before the public announcement of her cancer diagnosis, there was widespread speculation and rumors about Catherine’s health.

In her video statement, Catherine did not specify the type of cancer she is being treated for but mentioned it was discovered after abdominal surgery in January. The most common types of cancer detected through such surgery are typically gastrointestinal or related to the genitourinary system, according to Dr. Ben Ho, head of precision oncology.

The royal family’s transparency and updates about Catherine’s condition have been met with public support and sympathy as they navigate this challenging period.
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Prince George’s BIG Decision As Catherine DROPS Unprecedented Positive Hint On Her Health Recovery
Prince George, recognized for his endearing nature and affection towards his mother, has penned a heartfelt message that reflects his unwavering love and support during this challenging time.

His parents, William and Katherine, previously had a heartfelt conversation with him to disclose the news of her cancer diagnosis.

They helped him understand his mother’s illness, the condition of his grandfather King Charles, and his increasing responsibilities.

Prince George understood what he needed to do and acted maturely by helping care for his siblings, comforting Princess Charlotte, and caring for Prince Louie.

Charlotte and Louis feel loved and cared for by their eldest brother amid the upheaval caused by their mother’s illness. Despite his young age of 10, Prince George has taken up the role of a caring and supportive son, offering comfort and companionship to his mother during this challenging time.

Princess Katherine’s beloved son sent a heartfelt message to his mother as she bravely underwent chemotherapy to treat her cancer. Alongside his younger siblings, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louie, George took to the kitchen to make homemade baked treats for their beloved mother. Prince William expressed his immense pride and admiration for the young prince, particularly finding solace in the maturity displayed by George following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

The public has seen much more of Prince George and Princess Charlotte as they’ve settled into royal roles, handed to them as second and third in the royal line of succession. They’ve taken to royal life like ducks to water, effortlessly capturing the hearts of the nation. The mentoring from their mother, Catherine, has likely been a huge helping hand during their engagements. When speaking with Charlotte, Katherine often tries to build up her daughter’s enthusiasm, anticipation, and excitement with expressive gesticulation to help her become more involved with what’s going on.

When it comes to parenting Prince George, the mum of three speaks to her eldest son not just as a mother but as a mother of the future King of England. Following a trend that has seen the couple crowned Britain’s most popular royals ahead of William’s own father, King Charles III, he and his wife could see their popularity eclipsed by Prince George and his siblings. A new poll conducted by Ipsos this month has shown that the couple is outshining Charles with a matching approval rating of 69%.

Discussing the results, royal experts reflected on the Prince and Princess of Wales’ broadening appeal and suggested that the Wales children could prove to be royal stars waiting in the wings. It’s hard for Charles to be the person to show leadership and to take on that particular challenge; William and Katherine are arguably much better placed to address that issue. If you’re willing to embrace and accept the fact that they do outshine Charles, the host posed that the Wales couple eclipsing the king’s popularity could simply be a repetition of history, with Charles and Princess Diana’s popularity overtaking Queen Elizabeth II in the 1980s and early 1990s.

“I think you hit the nail on the head because we’ve got George, Charlotte, and Louis waiting in the wings,” Andrew says, highlighting George’s particular point of interest. George is going to be 11 this year, this July. In seven years’ time, they could be at a university. We might start seeing them a bit more in the public arena. Although their parents are very good at bringing them to things, I think we will see George, Charlotte, and Louis probably overtaking their parents’ popularity scale.

This poignant connection between the loving son and his mother reminds us of the power of human connection and the importance of expressing our feelings and love for each other when we’re together. The world unites in solidarity. May our best wishes and prayers be sent for the speedy recovery of Princess Katherine. Her steadfast spirit, mixed with the help of her beloved relatives and the worldwide community, will certainly serve as a source of energy and hope at some stages.
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