After his divorce from Priscilla Presley and the breakdown of his relationship with Linda Thompson, Elvis Presley threw himself into a relationship with Ginger Alden. He was two decades older than her, and their romance became a point of concern for the members of Elvis’ entourage. His friend Larry Geller worried that trying to keep up with Alden would kill Elvis.
Elvis’ friend worried about his relationship with Ginger Alden
From the moment Elvis and Alden met, he threw himself into their relationship. He bought her expensive gifts, insisted she joined him on tour, and flew out her family members when she felt homesick. Elvis talked to Geller about the way Alden’s presence in his life invigorated him, leading to better performances. Geller didn’t think the emotional high would last, though.
“How long can the drugs and his feelings about Ginger keep him on this high?” Geller wrote in his diary,...
Elvis’ friend worried about his relationship with Ginger Alden
From the moment Elvis and Alden met, he threw himself into their relationship. He bought her expensive gifts, insisted she joined him on tour, and flew out her family members when she felt homesick. Elvis talked to Geller about the way Alden’s presence in his life invigorated him, leading to better performances. Geller didn’t think the emotional high would last, though.
“How long can the drugs and his feelings about Ginger keep him on this high?” Geller wrote in his diary,...
- 5/6/2024
- by Emma McKee
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
For years, the public believed that Prince William and Prince Harry were the best of friends and would always be there for each other. But that wasn’t the case. Instead, they had a sibling rivalry and decided to take two different paths in life.
While William’s future is completely mapped out for him, Harry’s is uncertain. Now, someone who used to work for the royal family and knows the princes believes the Duke of Sussex has gone on a path of self-destruction and because of that a reconciliation with the future king won’t happen.
There won’t be any place for ‘destructive’ Prince Harry when Prince William is king
Paul Burrell began working in the royal household when he was 18 years old and served as Queen Elizabeth II‘s personal footman. In 1987, he was moved to the household of then-Prince Charles and Princess Diana. When they separated,...
While William’s future is completely mapped out for him, Harry’s is uncertain. Now, someone who used to work for the royal family and knows the princes believes the Duke of Sussex has gone on a path of self-destruction and because of that a reconciliation with the future king won’t happen.
There won’t be any place for ‘destructive’ Prince Harry when Prince William is king
Paul Burrell began working in the royal household when he was 18 years old and served as Queen Elizabeth II‘s personal footman. In 1987, he was moved to the household of then-Prince Charles and Princess Diana. When they separated,...
- 5/4/2024
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Queen Elizabeth’s former press secretary Dickie Arbiter claims in a new interview that Princess Diana would have never allowed Prince Harry to marry Meghan Markle. Arbiter worked for the royal family from 1988 through 2000.
Princess Diana would have veered Prince Harry away from a relationship with Meghan Markle
Dickie Arbiter, who worked for Queen Elizabeth for 12 years as her press secretary, has a good understanding of the inner workings of the royal family. He worked for the firm while Princess Diana was still a member before her separation and divorce from then-Prince Charles in 1996.
Arbiter told Times Radio he believes Princess Diana would have veered Prince Harry away from a relationship with Meghan Markle. He also discussed her reaction to the split between Harry and Prince William.
Arbiter says, “If Diana had been alive, I’m gonna stick my neck out here. I doubt Harry would have married Meghan.
Princess Diana would have veered Prince Harry away from a relationship with Meghan Markle
Dickie Arbiter, who worked for Queen Elizabeth for 12 years as her press secretary, has a good understanding of the inner workings of the royal family. He worked for the firm while Princess Diana was still a member before her separation and divorce from then-Prince Charles in 1996.
Arbiter told Times Radio he believes Princess Diana would have veered Prince Harry away from a relationship with Meghan Markle. He also discussed her reaction to the split between Harry and Prince William.
Arbiter says, “If Diana had been alive, I’m gonna stick my neck out here. I doubt Harry would have married Meghan.
- 5/1/2024
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Princess Diana was the royal family’s most popular member, a spokeswoman for important issues, and a devoted mother to Prince William and Prince Harry. However, she had one ultimate dream that her daughter-in-law, Kate Middleton, has since realized.
Princess Diana’s ultimate dream went unmet
The Mirror quotes formal royal butler Paul Burrell, who worked for Princess Diana for 10 years. Burrell was quoted in the 2017 Amazon documentary The Diana Story, that one of her ultimate dreams went unrealized.
Burrell explained of Diana’s crushing reality, “To have a baby girl in the family would have made everything for Diana.” His statement piggybacks on Diana’s remarks to author Andrew Morton in the book Diana: Her True Story.
Diana told Morton that she knew her second child, Prince Harry, would be a boy before giving birth. However, she didn’t tell Prince Charles since he had always hoped for a daughter.
Princess Diana’s ultimate dream went unmet
The Mirror quotes formal royal butler Paul Burrell, who worked for Princess Diana for 10 years. Burrell was quoted in the 2017 Amazon documentary The Diana Story, that one of her ultimate dreams went unrealized.
Burrell explained of Diana’s crushing reality, “To have a baby girl in the family would have made everything for Diana.” His statement piggybacks on Diana’s remarks to author Andrew Morton in the book Diana: Her True Story.
Diana told Morton that she knew her second child, Prince Harry, would be a boy before giving birth. However, she didn’t tell Prince Charles since he had always hoped for a daughter.
- 4/18/2024
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Royal watchers have been seeing more of Prince Edward and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh (formerly the Countess of Wessex) recently following the news that both King Charles and the Princess of Wales (formerly known as Kate Middleton) were taking a break from their royal engagements as they receive treatment for cancer.
With ramped-up royal duties now, there are more eyes on the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, which is why Sophie’s apparent snub of her nephew, Prince Harry, didn’t go unnoticed during one of her recent engagements.
When Prince Harry and Meghan stepped down, Sophie and Prince Edward had to step up Now-Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh arrives in an open carriage with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to Royal Ascot 2018 | Anwar Hussein/WireImage
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s decision to step down as working royals in 2020 changed the royal family’s business and who did what in terms of royal duties.
With ramped-up royal duties now, there are more eyes on the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, which is why Sophie’s apparent snub of her nephew, Prince Harry, didn’t go unnoticed during one of her recent engagements.
When Prince Harry and Meghan stepped down, Sophie and Prince Edward had to step up Now-Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh arrives in an open carriage with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to Royal Ascot 2018 | Anwar Hussein/WireImage
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s decision to step down as working royals in 2020 changed the royal family’s business and who did what in terms of royal duties.
- 4/18/2024
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
More than three decades after they first met, King Charles and Queen Camilla (formerly Camilla Parker Bowles) tied the knot.
On April 9, 2005, the pair said “I do” at Windsor Guildhall. Because it was the second marriage for both parties, they had a civil ceremony which was followed by a service of prayer and dedication. Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, Prince Philip, were only at the religious blessing. The latter ceremony was attended by 800 guests. Crowds lined the streets near the chapel to see the pair after the blessing. The celebration then moved to Windsor Castle where Queen Elizabeth hosted a reception.
Some have wondered what Charles and Camilla do on their wedding anniversary each year. Do they mark the occasion with some special plans? Do they give each other fancy gifts? Or is it just another day full of public engagements and royal duties for them? Well now someone...
On April 9, 2005, the pair said “I do” at Windsor Guildhall. Because it was the second marriage for both parties, they had a civil ceremony which was followed by a service of prayer and dedication. Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, Prince Philip, were only at the religious blessing. The latter ceremony was attended by 800 guests. Crowds lined the streets near the chapel to see the pair after the blessing. The celebration then moved to Windsor Castle where Queen Elizabeth hosted a reception.
Some have wondered what Charles and Camilla do on their wedding anniversary each year. Do they mark the occasion with some special plans? Do they give each other fancy gifts? Or is it just another day full of public engagements and royal duties for them? Well now someone...
- 4/9/2024
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Growing up, almost everyone has had at least one phase where they wished they were royalty. The thought of wearing a crown and having loads of money can be appealing, but in reality, it might not be all it’s cracked up to be. Kate Middleton has learned the hard way that the public expects a lot of its royals, and it’s led one expert to refer to the family as a “prison of gold.”
Prince William and Kate Middleton with Prince George Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis in 2022 | Jonathan Brady/Pool/Getty Images Royal expert says the family is being treated like ‘public property’ amid privacy issues
Over the last few months, the royal family’s resilience has been tested as members of the family have attempted to gain privacy for medical issues. King Charles announced in February 2024 that he had been diagnosed with cancer. Around that same time,...
Prince William and Kate Middleton with Prince George Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis in 2022 | Jonathan Brady/Pool/Getty Images Royal expert says the family is being treated like ‘public property’ amid privacy issues
Over the last few months, the royal family’s resilience has been tested as members of the family have attempted to gain privacy for medical issues. King Charles announced in February 2024 that he had been diagnosed with cancer. Around that same time,...
- 4/6/2024
- by Julia Mullaney
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Princess Diana and King Charles had a whirlwind romance that began back in the early 1980s — and ended in disaster. Neither Charles nor Diana truly loved the other, but the royal family wanted them married, and both likely felt trapped. Of course, Diana went on to tell her story during a series of interviews with royal biographer Andrew Morton, and she once revealed a key moment during the couple’s honeymoon when she knew Charles was in love with Camilla Parker Bowles.
Princess Diana and King Charles | Anwar Hussein/Getty Images Princess Diana and King Charles’ honeymoon wasn’t what anyone expected
Charles and Diana both seemingly had reservations about their marriage before it even began. The two never wanted to marry, but the royals felt Diana would make the perfect wife for their future king. However, things had already started to unravel even by the couple’s honeymoon.
According to Vogue,...
Princess Diana and King Charles | Anwar Hussein/Getty Images Princess Diana and King Charles’ honeymoon wasn’t what anyone expected
Charles and Diana both seemingly had reservations about their marriage before it even began. The two never wanted to marry, but the royals felt Diana would make the perfect wife for their future king. However, things had already started to unravel even by the couple’s honeymoon.
According to Vogue,...
- 3/11/2024
- by Julia Mullaney
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
When she married Prince Harry and joined Britain’s royal family, Meghan Markle became one of the most photographed women in the world.
The Duchess of Sussex had her picture taken at every event she attended in the U.K. as well as each royal tour she and Harry did around the globe. Now, a royal photographer, who captured a famous shot of the couple, is revealing why photographing Meghan was so “unusual.”
Photographer explains why working with Meghan was ‘unusual’ compared to other royals Meghan Markle and Prince Harry smiling under umbrella as they arrive at The Endeavour Fund Awards in London | Samir Hussein/WireImage
Award-winning photographer Samir Hussein has been taking snaps of celebrities and members of the royal family for several years. It’s something that runs in his family as his father, Anwar Hussein, was in the business for more than four decades.
“My dad was...
The Duchess of Sussex had her picture taken at every event she attended in the U.K. as well as each royal tour she and Harry did around the globe. Now, a royal photographer, who captured a famous shot of the couple, is revealing why photographing Meghan was so “unusual.”
Photographer explains why working with Meghan was ‘unusual’ compared to other royals Meghan Markle and Prince Harry smiling under umbrella as they arrive at The Endeavour Fund Awards in London | Samir Hussein/WireImage
Award-winning photographer Samir Hussein has been taking snaps of celebrities and members of the royal family for several years. It’s something that runs in his family as his father, Anwar Hussein, was in the business for more than four decades.
“My dad was...
- 3/5/2024
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Princess Anne has long been known as the hardest-working member of the royal family who has never wavered in her support of the monarchy or her duties. Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, she was one of the first family members to issue a statement in support of her brother when he became King Charles II.
But the Princess Royal didn’t have glowing comments when she was asked for her reaction to the birth of a future king. Here’s what cold response Anne had for reporters after Prince William was born.
Princess Anne’s cutting comment when asked about the birth of Prince William Princess Diana and then-Prince Charles with baby Prince William at Buckingham Palace | Anwar Hussein/WireImage
Princess Anne had a cutting comment when she was asked by reporters about the arrival of Prince William in June 1982. According to Express, at the time the...
But the Princess Royal didn’t have glowing comments when she was asked for her reaction to the birth of a future king. Here’s what cold response Anne had for reporters after Prince William was born.
Princess Anne’s cutting comment when asked about the birth of Prince William Princess Diana and then-Prince Charles with baby Prince William at Buckingham Palace | Anwar Hussein/WireImage
Princess Anne had a cutting comment when she was asked by reporters about the arrival of Prince William in June 1982. According to Express, at the time the...
- 2/9/2024
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Before King Charles married his current wife (formerly known as Camilla Parker Bowles), the public wondered what Prince William and Prince Harry thought about their father marrying the woman he had an extramarital affair with while married to their late mother. It was fair to question since just about everyone blamed Camilla for breaking up their parents’ marriage.
At the time, Harry claimed that he and William “loved Camilla to bits” and knew how happy she made their dad. But after he quit his role as a working royal and went on his promotional book tour, which seemed more like a quest to try and take down the monarchy, the duke called his stepmother a “villain.” He also claimed in Spare that he and William asked Charles not to marry her.
Of course that’s only Harry’s version, William hasn’t talked about how he felt at the time.
At the time, Harry claimed that he and William “loved Camilla to bits” and knew how happy she made their dad. But after he quit his role as a working royal and went on his promotional book tour, which seemed more like a quest to try and take down the monarchy, the duke called his stepmother a “villain.” He also claimed in Spare that he and William asked Charles not to marry her.
Of course that’s only Harry’s version, William hasn’t talked about how he felt at the time.
- 1/21/2024
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Throughout Princess Diana‘s childhood, her family, the Spencers, had a longstanding relationship with the royal family. She was so close to the members of the House of Windsor that she had a loving and surprising nickname for Queen Elizabeth.
Princess Diana had a sweet nickname for Queen Elizabeth growing up
As a young girl, Princess Diana regularly interacted with the royal family. The Spencer family had been closely allied with the British royal family for several generations; her grandmothers, Cynthia Spencer, Countess Spencer, and Ruth Roche, Baroness Fermoy, had served as ladies-in-waiting to Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother.
Therefore, there was a base relationship between the Spencer family and the House of Windsor. So when she married into the royal family, Diana wasn’t as unfamiliar with their clan as history has written.
In fact, a New York Times story written in 1981 on the heels of Diana’s wedding...
Princess Diana had a sweet nickname for Queen Elizabeth growing up
As a young girl, Princess Diana regularly interacted with the royal family. The Spencer family had been closely allied with the British royal family for several generations; her grandmothers, Cynthia Spencer, Countess Spencer, and Ruth Roche, Baroness Fermoy, had served as ladies-in-waiting to Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother.
Therefore, there was a base relationship between the Spencer family and the House of Windsor. So when she married into the royal family, Diana wasn’t as unfamiliar with their clan as history has written.
In fact, a New York Times story written in 1981 on the heels of Diana’s wedding...
- 1/15/2024
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Queen Elizabeth followed a very strict diet. The late monarch’s dietary rules were legendary in the royal family. Others were expected to follow her lead when it came to following a healthy eating plan. However, she did make an exception for certain foods, even going back for seconds and thirds of one particular treat.
What was the one food that Queen Elizabeth would rarely eat?
Former Royal Chef Darren McGrady cooked for the royal family for 15 years. He served as a royal chef for Elizabeth II, Prince Philip, Princess Diana, Prince William, and Prince Harry.
McGrady spilled details about the late monarch’s preference for certain foods and those she would never allow to pass her lips. McGrady shared that she was pretty disciplined when it came to her diet.
As reported by Bravo, he told Recipes-Plus that the queen did not approve of potatoes, starches, or pasta unless...
What was the one food that Queen Elizabeth would rarely eat?
Former Royal Chef Darren McGrady cooked for the royal family for 15 years. He served as a royal chef for Elizabeth II, Prince Philip, Princess Diana, Prince William, and Prince Harry.
McGrady spilled details about the late monarch’s preference for certain foods and those she would never allow to pass her lips. McGrady shared that she was pretty disciplined when it came to her diet.
As reported by Bravo, he told Recipes-Plus that the queen did not approve of potatoes, starches, or pasta unless...
- 12/27/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Getting gifts from family and friends for a birthday is something many people are accustomed to receiving each year, but not if you’re Queen Elizabeth II‘s oldest son. Former royal family employees are revealing why the late monarch didn’t give Charles presents for his birthday.
Here’s more on that and which one of the queen’s children was left heartbroken when she didn’t even remember their birthday.
Then-Prince Charles raises his glass in response to a toast from his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, during a reception in his honor | Anwar Hussein/Getty Images Former royal butler says the late queen didn’t give Charles birthday presents
Paul Burrell began working in the royal household when he was 18 years old. He served as Queen Elizabeth II‘s personal footman for years and in 1987, was moved to the household of then-Prince Charles and Princess Diana. Burrell...
Here’s more on that and which one of the queen’s children was left heartbroken when she didn’t even remember their birthday.
Then-Prince Charles raises his glass in response to a toast from his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, during a reception in his honor | Anwar Hussein/Getty Images Former royal butler says the late queen didn’t give Charles birthday presents
Paul Burrell began working in the royal household when he was 18 years old. He served as Queen Elizabeth II‘s personal footman for years and in 1987, was moved to the household of then-Prince Charles and Princess Diana. Burrell...
- 11/27/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Elvis Presley’s father, Vernon, worried that many people in his son’s life were taking advantage of him, including his fiancée, Ginger Alden. According to Graceland maid and cook Nancy Rooks, Vernon had never been fond of Alden. On the day Elvis died, Vernon told her she was no longer welcome at Graceland.
Vernon Presley clashed with Ginger Alden on the day Elvis died
In Aug. 1977, Alden woke up and realized Elvis was not in bed beside her. Though she wasn’t immediately concerned, she investigated and found Elvis unresponsive on the bathroom floor.
After paramedics rushed Elvis to the hospital, a devastated Vernon waited for news at Graceland. Alden was also waiting at the house, which Vernon evidently did not like.
Ginger Alden | Anwar Hussein/Getty Images
“Later that day, as I was standing, again, at the bottom of the stairs, Vernon was walking by as Ginger was coming down the stairs.
Vernon Presley clashed with Ginger Alden on the day Elvis died
In Aug. 1977, Alden woke up and realized Elvis was not in bed beside her. Though she wasn’t immediately concerned, she investigated and found Elvis unresponsive on the bathroom floor.
After paramedics rushed Elvis to the hospital, a devastated Vernon waited for news at Graceland. Alden was also waiting at the house, which Vernon evidently did not like.
Ginger Alden | Anwar Hussein/Getty Images
“Later that day, as I was standing, again, at the bottom of the stairs, Vernon was walking by as Ginger was coming down the stairs.
- 11/22/2023
- by Emma McKee
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Over the years many fans have compared Prince William‘s wife the Princess of Wales (formerly known as Kate Middleton) to his late mother Princess Diana. Kate is of course aware of those comparisons and was asked about the pressures of trying to live up to Diana during her first joint interview with William after they announced their engagement. Kate answered journalist Tom Bradby’s question about following in Diana’s footsteps admitting that she did feel intimidated by that.
Now the late princess’s former aide is claiming that Kate “won’t ever be Diana” but “she doesn’t want to be.”
Former Palace staffer gives reason why Kate ‘will never be Princess Diana’ Photo composite image comparison of Princess Diana (L) in La Spezia, Italy and Kate Middleton (R) in Burford, England | Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images
Paul Burrell began working in the royal household when...
Now the late princess’s former aide is claiming that Kate “won’t ever be Diana” but “she doesn’t want to be.”
Former Palace staffer gives reason why Kate ‘will never be Princess Diana’ Photo composite image comparison of Princess Diana (L) in La Spezia, Italy and Kate Middleton (R) in Burford, England | Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images
Paul Burrell began working in the royal household when...
- 11/21/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Toward the end of his life, Elvis Presley entered into a relationship with actor and model Ginger Alden. Though he proposed to her, their romance had its fair share of problems. Alden and Elvis fought often, and his family and staff never warmed to her. Elvis even complained about his new relationship with his ex-wife, Priscilla Presley. According to Elvis’ cook and maid, Nancy Rooks, it didn’t seem likely that the pair would ever tie the knot.
Elvis Presley didn’t seem ready to marry Ginger Alden
After Elvis’ death, Vernon Presley kicked Alden out of Graceland. When she left, Rooks noted that she only took a small overnight bag with her. Unlike Elvis’ past girlfriends, Alden had never moved into Graceland. This led Rooks and others to believe that the relationship wasn’t as serious as the proposal made it seem.
“A lot of people have asked me...
Elvis Presley didn’t seem ready to marry Ginger Alden
After Elvis’ death, Vernon Presley kicked Alden out of Graceland. When she left, Rooks noted that she only took a small overnight bag with her. Unlike Elvis’ past girlfriends, Alden had never moved into Graceland. This led Rooks and others to believe that the relationship wasn’t as serious as the proposal made it seem.
“A lot of people have asked me...
- 11/20/2023
- by Emma McKee
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
We’ve all heard about Princess Diana‘s revenge dress and the message she was trying to send to her soon-to-ex-husband and his then-mistress when she wore it in 1994. But according to a royal author who was friends with the late princess, there was another dress Diana was seen in years earlier that she rocked to make Charles’ lover (formerly known as Camilla Parker Bowles) go “insane.”
How Princess Diana taunted Camilla with a simple blue dress
Former diarist and magazine editor Tina Brown was friends with the late royal and even met with Diana a few weeks before her death in 1997. Brown, who wrote The Diana Chronicles and also authored the book The Palace Papers: Inside the House of Windsor — The Truth and the Turmoil, revealed the princess’s intention with a simple blue polyester dress.
Princess Diana wearing a pale blue and white dress designed by Lady Dale Tryon aka “Kanga,...
How Princess Diana taunted Camilla with a simple blue dress
Former diarist and magazine editor Tina Brown was friends with the late royal and even met with Diana a few weeks before her death in 1997. Brown, who wrote The Diana Chronicles and also authored the book The Palace Papers: Inside the House of Windsor — The Truth and the Turmoil, revealed the princess’s intention with a simple blue polyester dress.
Princess Diana wearing a pale blue and white dress designed by Lady Dale Tryon aka “Kanga,...
- 11/4/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on The Kardashians? A royal expert doesn’t want the rumor to come true and see the Duke and Duchess of Sussex on the Kardashian-Jenner family’s reality series. While the couple may “embrace” living in California as “celebs,” the expert thinks it’d be “ludicrous” for Harry and Meghan to appear on the show.
A cameo on ‘The Kardashians’ would be ‘demeaning’ for Harry and Meghan
for royal expert Jennie Bond, appearing on the reality TV show would be a mistake for the Sussexes’ career and reputation. “They seem to have cut all ties with the royal family — except for Princess Eugenie — so it seems inevitable that they will now embrace lives as La La land celebs,” Bond told Ok! Magazine.
“Personally, I think it would be ludicrous and rather demeaning to appear in The Kardashians. I think they are better than that,...
A cameo on ‘The Kardashians’ would be ‘demeaning’ for Harry and Meghan
for royal expert Jennie Bond, appearing on the reality TV show would be a mistake for the Sussexes’ career and reputation. “They seem to have cut all ties with the royal family — except for Princess Eugenie — so it seems inevitable that they will now embrace lives as La La land celebs,” Bond told Ok! Magazine.
“Personally, I think it would be ludicrous and rather demeaning to appear in The Kardashians. I think they are better than that,...
- 10/26/2023
- by Mandi Kerr
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
For anyone who has read Prince Harry’s memoir (this writer included) or even glimpsed the cover, the Duke of Sussex’s “spare” status to Prince William’s “heir” is clear. As the second child of King Charles III and the late Princess Diana, Harry was ranked behind his brother, the now-Prince Wales, in the royal family’s line of succession. Although, as Harry shared in his book, there was a time when, however short, he “outranked”
Prince Harry has been aware of his ‘spare’ status for as long as he can remember
“The Heir and the Spare — there was no judgment about it, but also no ambiguity,” Harry explained early in Spare, which hit shelves in January 2023. “I was the shadow, the support, the Plan B,” Harry said (via Spare). “I was brought into the world in case something happened to Willy. I was summoned to provide backup, distraction,...
Prince Harry has been aware of his ‘spare’ status for as long as he can remember
“The Heir and the Spare — there was no judgment about it, but also no ambiguity,” Harry explained early in Spare, which hit shelves in January 2023. “I was the shadow, the support, the Plan B,” Harry said (via Spare). “I was brought into the world in case something happened to Willy. I was summoned to provide backup, distraction,...
- 10/6/2023
- by Mandi Kerr
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
It’s well-documented that then-Prince Charles and Princess Diana didn’t have a great marriage. They were married for more than a decade before separating in 1992 and ultimately divorcing four years later. There were so many little signs of trouble in paradise early on that the public either didn’t pick up on or just didn’t dwell on. But looking back, they’re hard to ignore.
Now, a video is circulating online showing how “awkward” the kisses between the pair had become as the years passed.
Then-Prince Charles kisses Princess Diana after she presents him with a prize at a polo match | Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images Diana and Charles were the first royals to publicly kiss after their wedding ceremony
Many royal fans recall Prince Harry and Meghan Markle kissing after their wedding outside St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle in 2018. And Prince William...
Now, a video is circulating online showing how “awkward” the kisses between the pair had become as the years passed.
Then-Prince Charles kisses Princess Diana after she presents him with a prize at a polo match | Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images Diana and Charles were the first royals to publicly kiss after their wedding ceremony
Many royal fans recall Prince Harry and Meghan Markle kissing after their wedding outside St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle in 2018. And Prince William...
- 10/1/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Prince Harry’s stopover in England before the 2023 Invictus Games passed without a visit to his father, King Charles III, or older brother, Prince William. What transpired, or rather didn’t, let the world in on the “state of the relationship” between the Duke of Sussex, King Charles, and the Prince of Wales. An expert says the reason a royal reconciliation is seemingly at a stand-still is what “really damaged” things between Harry and King Charles. Not just Spare, but what’s lacking in their relationship.
Harry, King Charles still don’t talk to each other much
“I think the fact that there isn’t any family reunion really gives us quite an indication as to the state of the relationship,” Katie Nicholl, a royal expert and author, told Et. “Both between Prince Harry and his father and with his brother.”
Harry traveled to Germany for the Invictus Games after...
Harry, King Charles still don’t talk to each other much
“I think the fact that there isn’t any family reunion really gives us quite an indication as to the state of the relationship,” Katie Nicholl, a royal expert and author, told Et. “Both between Prince Harry and his father and with his brother.”
Harry traveled to Germany for the Invictus Games after...
- 10/1/2023
- by Mandi Kerr
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Elvis Presley was engaged to Ginger Alden upon his death. She was the first person to find him unresponsive in his bathroom on the afternoon of Aug. 16, 1977. Shortly after, Ginger was no longer part of Elvis’ inner circle. Was she banned from Graceland after Elvis’ untimely death?
Ginger Alden reportedly never returned to Graceland after Elvis Presley’s death
After Elvis’ death, Ginger Alden left Graceland for good. However, much speculation has been regarding her exit.
Several of Elvis’ inner circle members weren’t too fond of Ginger. Reportedly, neither was the entertainer’s father, Vernon Presley.
He told Good Housekeeping Magazine that he didn’t know Ginger well when Elvis announced he wanted to make her his second wife. “Elvis told me he’d fallen in love with her.”
Vernon wrote, “She’s not much of a talker.” He clarified the king of rock and roll told him he...
Ginger Alden reportedly never returned to Graceland after Elvis Presley’s death
After Elvis’ death, Ginger Alden left Graceland for good. However, much speculation has been regarding her exit.
Several of Elvis’ inner circle members weren’t too fond of Ginger. Reportedly, neither was the entertainer’s father, Vernon Presley.
He told Good Housekeeping Magazine that he didn’t know Ginger well when Elvis announced he wanted to make her his second wife. “Elvis told me he’d fallen in love with her.”
Vernon wrote, “She’s not much of a talker.” He clarified the king of rock and roll told him he...
- 8/23/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Getting Prince Harry, Prince William, and King Charles III on good terms may hinge upon none other than Princess Beatrice. Experts say Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson’s oldest daughter can “see both sides” and thus be instrumental in healing the rift.
Princess Beatrice is a ‘universally liked’ member of the British royal family Prince William, Princess Eugenie, Prince Harry, and Princess Beatrice | Anwar Hussein/WireImage
Various factors make the Princess of York a strong candidate for ending the Harry, William, and King Charles rift. According to expert Jennie Bond, she’s “really come into her own” after years of “pressure” and “criticism in her life.
“We already have a divorced queen on the throne. Now we have a relatable princess,” Bond told Ok. “Beatrice is a stepmother who talks publicly about her dyslexia and who has more recently had to deal with the trauma of her mother Sarah, Duchess of York,...
Princess Beatrice is a ‘universally liked’ member of the British royal family Prince William, Princess Eugenie, Prince Harry, and Princess Beatrice | Anwar Hussein/WireImage
Various factors make the Princess of York a strong candidate for ending the Harry, William, and King Charles rift. According to expert Jennie Bond, she’s “really come into her own” after years of “pressure” and “criticism in her life.
“We already have a divorced queen on the throne. Now we have a relatable princess,” Bond told Ok. “Beatrice is a stepmother who talks publicly about her dyslexia and who has more recently had to deal with the trauma of her mother Sarah, Duchess of York,...
- 8/20/2023
- by Mandi Kerr
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
“Shy Di,” who? Princess Diana was anything but on her last birthday before her death in a Paris, France, car crash. According to a body language expert, Diana exuded confidence and an “inner steel” at a gala event in London, England.
Diana’s last birthday didn’t include her ‘doe-eyed look’ Princess Diana | Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images
Diana had long since shed her “Shy Di” nickname when she attended the Tate Gallery’s 100-year anniversary party on July 1, 1997, the day she turned 36.
“Diana’s eyes were the most expressive part of her body, showing her emotions like a mood board throughout her marriage to Charles and beyond,” James told Express. “From the age of 19, she had always seemed to have an expression of vulnerability and sadness as an ongoing option. Even when she smiled that doe-eyed look would tend to be there as a fall-back.”
“By this time in her life though,...
Diana’s last birthday didn’t include her ‘doe-eyed look’ Princess Diana | Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images
Diana had long since shed her “Shy Di” nickname when she attended the Tate Gallery’s 100-year anniversary party on July 1, 1997, the day she turned 36.
“Diana’s eyes were the most expressive part of her body, showing her emotions like a mood board throughout her marriage to Charles and beyond,” James told Express. “From the age of 19, she had always seemed to have an expression of vulnerability and sadness as an ongoing option. Even when she smiled that doe-eyed look would tend to be there as a fall-back.”
“By this time in her life though,...
- 8/5/2023
- by Mandi Kerr
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Because Prince William and Prince Harry spent their entire lives in the spotlight, some royal watchers used to feel like they knew them. They were seen as two brothers who were brought up in an insanely privileged lifestyle and poised to take on roles that few could ever understand. Then on Aug. 31, 1997, they lost their mother, Princess Diana, and people around the world mourned with them.
In the years following Diana’s death, the princes appeared closer than ever. Harry stood alongside William as the best man at his wedding, and William did the same for his younger brother seven years later. From the outside everything appeared fine. But there was a rift brewing behind the scenes. Harry later admitted to that in the documentary Harry and Meghan: An African Journey and during a televised interview with Oprah Winfrey. And those were before his explosive memoir Spare was released which...
In the years following Diana’s death, the princes appeared closer than ever. Harry stood alongside William as the best man at his wedding, and William did the same for his younger brother seven years later. From the outside everything appeared fine. But there was a rift brewing behind the scenes. Harry later admitted to that in the documentary Harry and Meghan: An African Journey and during a televised interview with Oprah Winfrey. And those were before his explosive memoir Spare was released which...
- 7/23/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
There’s been a debate over the years about which side of the family Prince William and the new Princess of Wales’ (formerly known as Kate Middleton) children take after the most.
Some say that Princess Charlotte really resembles her late great-grandmother Queen Elizabeth II and others think she looks identical to Princess Margaret’s daughter Lady Sarah Chatto. Meanwhile many believe that the Waleses’ youngest son, Prince Louis, looks just like his grandfather Michael Middleton. But when it comes to Prince George, the majority of fans are convinced he’s a Spencer. And to prove it a video of how much he resembles his late grandmother, Princess Diana, has been circulating on the internet.
(L): Prince George smiling from the balcony of Buckingham Palace during the Platinum Pageant | Chris Jackson/Getty Images, (R): Princess Diana attending the attends the Braemar Highland Games (circa 1981) | Anwar Hussein/WireImage Clip...
Some say that Princess Charlotte really resembles her late great-grandmother Queen Elizabeth II and others think she looks identical to Princess Margaret’s daughter Lady Sarah Chatto. Meanwhile many believe that the Waleses’ youngest son, Prince Louis, looks just like his grandfather Michael Middleton. But when it comes to Prince George, the majority of fans are convinced he’s a Spencer. And to prove it a video of how much he resembles his late grandmother, Princess Diana, has been circulating on the internet.
(L): Prince George smiling from the balcony of Buckingham Palace during the Platinum Pageant | Chris Jackson/Getty Images, (R): Princess Diana attending the attends the Braemar Highland Games (circa 1981) | Anwar Hussein/WireImage Clip...
- 7/21/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
It’s been more than two decades since Princess Diana’s death and most people can still remember where they were when they heard she died following a car crash in Paris. Diana’s sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, were in Scotland when they got the news.
The now-Prince of Wales was only a teenager at the time and more than 1,300 miles away but says he wishes he could have done something to save his mother.
(L): Princess Diana on a royal tour in Indonesia | Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images, (R): Prince William visits a rugby club | Pool/Samir Hussein/WireImage Prince William admitted that he wishes he could have ‘protected’ Princess Diana
Prince William has spoken publicly about his mother’s death a number of times.
In 2021 at the General Assembly of the Church in Scotland, he said: “I was at Balmoral [Castle] when...
The now-Prince of Wales was only a teenager at the time and more than 1,300 miles away but says he wishes he could have done something to save his mother.
(L): Princess Diana on a royal tour in Indonesia | Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images, (R): Prince William visits a rugby club | Pool/Samir Hussein/WireImage Prince William admitted that he wishes he could have ‘protected’ Princess Diana
Prince William has spoken publicly about his mother’s death a number of times.
In 2021 at the General Assembly of the Church in Scotland, he said: “I was at Balmoral [Castle] when...
- 7/1/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Members of the royal family meet and greet a lot of people on a daily basis. But the most senior members of the Firm who are so busy with engagements and visits have to have a way to end conversations when they need to move along.
The late Queen Elizabeth II had a discreet way of doing just that. She used a specific signal which let her aides know she was done talking and to come get her. Now that King Charles III is the monarch, he too has a gesture to let staffers know it’s time to rescue him from a conversation. Here’s the secret signal Charles sends when he wants to get out of the conversation as well as what his mother did in those situations.
King Charles III talking to astrophysicist and musician Brian May during a Space Sustainability Event at Buckingham Palace | Eamonn M.
The late Queen Elizabeth II had a discreet way of doing just that. She used a specific signal which let her aides know she was done talking and to come get her. Now that King Charles III is the monarch, he too has a gesture to let staffers know it’s time to rescue him from a conversation. Here’s the secret signal Charles sends when he wants to get out of the conversation as well as what his mother did in those situations.
King Charles III talking to astrophysicist and musician Brian May during a Space Sustainability Event at Buckingham Palace | Eamonn M.
- 6/29/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Camilla Parker Bowles, now officially Queen Camilla, didn’t exactly have a quiet entrance into the royal family. Her lengthy affair with Prince Charles blew up in the news in the 1990s, effectively shattering the family dynamic between Charles and his then-wife, Princess Diana, and their two children, Prince William and Prince Harry.
Harry wasn’t shy about what happened behind closed doors with Camilla in his book “Spare” — he openly admitted that he and his brother plead with their father not to marry her. Now, even years later, his body language suggests that he still has difficulty understanding his feelings toward Camilla — at least, according to one expert.
Prince Harry and Camilla Parker Bowles | Anwar Hussein/WireImage Prince Harry and Camilla Parker Bowles didn’t always have a close relationship
Camilla was not initially welcomed into the royal family with open arms, and for obvious reason: She was having an affair with now-King Charles,...
Harry wasn’t shy about what happened behind closed doors with Camilla in his book “Spare” — he openly admitted that he and his brother plead with their father not to marry her. Now, even years later, his body language suggests that he still has difficulty understanding his feelings toward Camilla — at least, according to one expert.
Prince Harry and Camilla Parker Bowles | Anwar Hussein/WireImage Prince Harry and Camilla Parker Bowles didn’t always have a close relationship
Camilla was not initially welcomed into the royal family with open arms, and for obvious reason: She was having an affair with now-King Charles,...
- 6/27/2023
- by Julia Mullaney
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Prince William can usually keep his composure no matter the situation. But a resurfaced video shows the future king doing his best to control himself from bursting into laughter just before the Princess of Wales (formerly known as Kate Middleton) catches her husband trying to keep it together.
Here’s more on the hilarious clip making the rounds and who commenters are saying it reminds them of.
Prince William and Kate Middleton attend the Coach Core graduation ceremony at The London Stadium | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images Prince William got caught by Kate trying to hold in his laughter
The video that has gone viral recently on TikTok was shot during a service at Westminster Abbey in July 2018 to mark the centenary of Britain’s Royal Air Force. The ceremony was a tribute to the dedication and commitment shown by servicemen and women and honored those who gave their lives.
Here’s more on the hilarious clip making the rounds and who commenters are saying it reminds them of.
Prince William and Kate Middleton attend the Coach Core graduation ceremony at The London Stadium | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images Prince William got caught by Kate trying to hold in his laughter
The video that has gone viral recently on TikTok was shot during a service at Westminster Abbey in July 2018 to mark the centenary of Britain’s Royal Air Force. The ceremony was a tribute to the dedication and commitment shown by servicemen and women and honored those who gave their lives.
- 6/19/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
A crisis expert claims that Meghan Markle is planning an overhaul of her public image. They claim the Duchess of Sussex is taking an “opportunity to distance” herself from past “negativity” with new projects.
Meghan Markle photographed the Sentebale Isps Handa Polo Cup at the Royal County of Berkshire Polo Club on July 26, 2018, in Windsor, England | Anwar Hussein/WireImage A crisis expert claims Meghan Markle is looking for an ‘opportunity to distance’ herself from ‘past negativity’
Save for one public appearance in May of this year, Meghan Markle has remained largely out of sight. Meghan has not publicly spoken since virtually introducing family friend Misan Harriman before his Ted Talk in April. She reportedly has been staying at her and Prince Harry’s Montecito, CA home with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
However, a new report claims Meghan Markle is in talks to debut as the new...
Meghan Markle photographed the Sentebale Isps Handa Polo Cup at the Royal County of Berkshire Polo Club on July 26, 2018, in Windsor, England | Anwar Hussein/WireImage A crisis expert claims Meghan Markle is looking for an ‘opportunity to distance’ herself from ‘past negativity’
Save for one public appearance in May of this year, Meghan Markle has remained largely out of sight. Meghan has not publicly spoken since virtually introducing family friend Misan Harriman before his Ted Talk in April. She reportedly has been staying at her and Prince Harry’s Montecito, CA home with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
However, a new report claims Meghan Markle is in talks to debut as the new...
- 6/19/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
A portrait of warring royal family members Prince Harry and Prince William has been removed from an art gallery in the United Kingdom. The painting, commissioned over a decade ago, is no longer part of an installation as the feud between the brothers rages on.
A portrait of Prince Harry and Prince William has been removed from the National Gallery in London | Anwar Hussein/WireImage The portrait depicts Prince Harry and Prince William in happier times
In 2010, a painting of Prince Harry and Prince William was created by artist Nicky Philipps. Subsequently, the art installation hung in the National Portrait Gallery for years until the public space was closed due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic.
The gallery in London has undergone a $43M renovation during its closure. It will reopen later this month.
In 2008, the brothers sat for the painting at Phillips’ home. They were both in their 20s at...
A portrait of Prince Harry and Prince William has been removed from the National Gallery in London | Anwar Hussein/WireImage The portrait depicts Prince Harry and Prince William in happier times
In 2010, a painting of Prince Harry and Prince William was created by artist Nicky Philipps. Subsequently, the art installation hung in the National Portrait Gallery for years until the public space was closed due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic.
The gallery in London has undergone a $43M renovation during its closure. It will reopen later this month.
In 2008, the brothers sat for the painting at Phillips’ home. They were both in their 20s at...
- 6/7/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Before his 2023 coronation as the United Kingdom’s king, Charles already had a smaller-scale investiture 54 years prior. At the age of just 20, Charles was crowned Prince of Wales. His mother, Queen Elizabeth, planned for her son to take the title in a grand ceremony held in the country he would rule over. However, the royal crown makers, in their haste to finish the Prince of Wales’ coronet on time, hid a secret object atop Charles’ crown.
King Charles wore a coronet with a hidden object atop it during his 1969 investiture ceremony as Prince of Wales | Anwar Hussein/Getty Images What secret object was hidden at King Charles’ Prince of Wales coronet?
Believe it or not, there was no official Prince of Wales coronet when Queen Elizabeth had one made for her eldest son. Therefore a royal crown maker was commissioned to create a new modern topper for Charles.
Louis Osman designed the crown.
King Charles wore a coronet with a hidden object atop it during his 1969 investiture ceremony as Prince of Wales | Anwar Hussein/Getty Images What secret object was hidden at King Charles’ Prince of Wales coronet?
Believe it or not, there was no official Prince of Wales coronet when Queen Elizabeth had one made for her eldest son. Therefore a royal crown maker was commissioned to create a new modern topper for Charles.
Louis Osman designed the crown.
- 6/1/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Kitty Spencer, Princess Diana‘s niece, married Michael Lewis in 2021. However, one iconic piece of family jewelry, the infamous Spencer tiara, stayed home. Kitty, daughter of Diana’s brother Charles, the 9th Earl Spencer, chose not to wear Diana’s most iconic statement piece on her wedding day due to “painful memories,” claims a jeweler.
Princess Diana wears Spencer family tiara on her wedding day in 1981 | Anwar Hussein/WireImage Kitty Spencer opted out of wearing Princess Diana’s Spencer tiara on her wedding day
When Kitty Spencer tied the knot with Michael Lewis in 2021, she opted out of wearing a statement piece of jewelry traditionally donned by many women in her family. The Spencer tiara became known worldwide after Princess Diana wore the crown at her wedding to then-Prince Charles in 1981.
Per Express, jeweler James Constantinou explained why the tiara could bring Diana’s niece some “painful” memories. “It...
Princess Diana wears Spencer family tiara on her wedding day in 1981 | Anwar Hussein/WireImage Kitty Spencer opted out of wearing Princess Diana’s Spencer tiara on her wedding day
When Kitty Spencer tied the knot with Michael Lewis in 2021, she opted out of wearing a statement piece of jewelry traditionally donned by many women in her family. The Spencer tiara became known worldwide after Princess Diana wore the crown at her wedding to then-Prince Charles in 1981.
Per Express, jeweler James Constantinou explained why the tiara could bring Diana’s niece some “painful” memories. “It...
- 6/1/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s (formerly Camilla Parker Bowles) coronation took place on May 6, 2023. It’s safe to say that many people who were alive when Charles was married to his first wife thought about Princess Diana when the crown was placed on Camilla’s head. Now, someone who used to work for Charles and Diana is convinced that Camilla was thinking about the late princess too at that very moment.
Here’s more on that, plus who the former royal assistant believes was the real star of the show that day and it’s not the king or queen.
(L): Princess Diana traveling in a coach | Anwar Hussein/WireImage, (R): Camilla Parker Bowles, traveling in a coach | Karwai Tang/WireImage Ex-royal employee said everyone was thinking about Princess Diana including Camilla
Paul Burrell began working for the royal family when he was 18 years old. He...
Here’s more on that, plus who the former royal assistant believes was the real star of the show that day and it’s not the king or queen.
(L): Princess Diana traveling in a coach | Anwar Hussein/WireImage, (R): Camilla Parker Bowles, traveling in a coach | Karwai Tang/WireImage Ex-royal employee said everyone was thinking about Princess Diana including Camilla
Paul Burrell began working for the royal family when he was 18 years old. He...
- 5/28/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
King Charles III‘s coronation took place on May 6 and while the historic event was watched by millions of people around the globe, many missed how the monarch paid tribute to his late wife during the ceremony.
Now, a former royal employee is pointing out the way Charles honored Princess Diana that most people watching at home didn’t pick up on.
King Charles III stands after being crowned during his coronation ceremony in Westminster Abbey | Richard Pohle – Wpa Pool/Getty Images Princess Diana’s former butler points out how King Charles paid tribute to her
Paul Burrell started working in then-Prince Charles and Princess Diana’s household in 1987. Following their divorce, he continued to work as Diana’s butler until her death in 1997. The former royal aide spoke to Spin Genie about the tributes to his late boss during the king’s coronation ceremony including the earrings her daughter-in-law wore.
Now, a former royal employee is pointing out the way Charles honored Princess Diana that most people watching at home didn’t pick up on.
King Charles III stands after being crowned during his coronation ceremony in Westminster Abbey | Richard Pohle – Wpa Pool/Getty Images Princess Diana’s former butler points out how King Charles paid tribute to her
Paul Burrell started working in then-Prince Charles and Princess Diana’s household in 1987. Following their divorce, he continued to work as Diana’s butler until her death in 1997. The former royal aide spoke to Spin Genie about the tributes to his late boss during the king’s coronation ceremony including the earrings her daughter-in-law wore.
- 5/26/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Working royals carry out more than 3,000 engagements annually but none work harder than one family member who doesn’t garner a ton of headlines for it and that’s Princess Anne. Now a former royal employee who worked in the royal household for decades believes that King Charles III‘s “long-suffering” sister may finally be getting the recognition she deserves.
Here’s more on that, plus how Anne puts other members of the Firm to shame with the number of engagements she completes.
Princess Anne and now-King Charles chat on the balcony of Buckingham Palace following the Trooping the Colour | Anwar Hussein/WireImage Charles’ former employee says Princess Anne ‘works harder than the king himself’
Princess Anne has consistently been named the hardest-working royal nearly every year. In 2022, she carried out 214 engagements more than her youngest brother Prince Edward and his wife Sophie who completed 143 royal engagements, and Prince William...
Here’s more on that, plus how Anne puts other members of the Firm to shame with the number of engagements she completes.
Princess Anne and now-King Charles chat on the balcony of Buckingham Palace following the Trooping the Colour | Anwar Hussein/WireImage Charles’ former employee says Princess Anne ‘works harder than the king himself’
Princess Anne has consistently been named the hardest-working royal nearly every year. In 2022, she carried out 214 engagements more than her youngest brother Prince Edward and his wife Sophie who completed 143 royal engagements, and Prince William...
- 5/22/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
When it comes to photographing once-in-a-lifetime moments, most would assume it takes a lot of luck, but retired photographer John Stillwell shared that there’s a lot of preparation that goes into getting a picture of, say, the famous balcony kiss at a royal wedding.
Royal photographer John Stillwell spent a month watching TV to practice for the balcony kiss Prince William and his bride Catherine Middleton kiss following their Royal Wedding at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011 in London, England. I Anwar Hussein/Getty Images
Stillwell is a retired Press Association photographer who took pictures of the royal family for years. All his experience photographing the royals meant he knew exactly what it took to get the perfect shot.
During an appearance on the Hello! A Right Royal Podcast, Stillwell revealed the lengths he went to in order to get a picture of Prince William and Kate Middleton’s famous...
Royal photographer John Stillwell spent a month watching TV to practice for the balcony kiss Prince William and his bride Catherine Middleton kiss following their Royal Wedding at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011 in London, England. I Anwar Hussein/Getty Images
Stillwell is a retired Press Association photographer who took pictures of the royal family for years. All his experience photographing the royals meant he knew exactly what it took to get the perfect shot.
During an appearance on the Hello! A Right Royal Podcast, Stillwell revealed the lengths he went to in order to get a picture of Prince William and Kate Middleton’s famous...
- 4/17/2023
- by India McCarty
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Prince Harry offered unflinching descriptions of the royals in Spare, including some on King Charles III. Ahead, how the Duke of Sussex described his father, or “Pa,” in five heartbreaking passages.
1. King Charles ‘Spare’ descriptions: Telling Prince Harry his mother died King Charles III and Prince Harry | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images
Early on in Spare, Harry recalled how King Charles broke the news of Princess Diana’s death. He described his father, or “Pa,” telling him the news without a hug.
“He wasn’t great at showing emotions under normal circumstances, how could he be expected to show them in such a crisis?” Harry said (via Spare). “But his hand did fall once more on my knee and he said: ‘It’s going to be Ok.’”
The five words, coupled with hand on the knee, “was quite a lot for” King Charles, Harry explained. “Fatherly, hopeful, kind. And so very untrue.
1. King Charles ‘Spare’ descriptions: Telling Prince Harry his mother died King Charles III and Prince Harry | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images
Early on in Spare, Harry recalled how King Charles broke the news of Princess Diana’s death. He described his father, or “Pa,” telling him the news without a hug.
“He wasn’t great at showing emotions under normal circumstances, how could he be expected to show them in such a crisis?” Harry said (via Spare). “But his hand did fall once more on my knee and he said: ‘It’s going to be Ok.’”
The five words, coupled with hand on the knee, “was quite a lot for” King Charles, Harry explained. “Fatherly, hopeful, kind. And so very untrue.
- 4/16/2023
- by Mandi Kerr
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Over the course of her 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth II met political figures, actors, artists, and musicians. She knighted some of these people and simply offered a handshake to others. Here are eight musicians who met Queen Elizabeth II during her lifetime.
Madonna, Michael Wilson, and Queen Elizabeth II | Anwar Hussein/WireImage The Beatles
In 1965, The Beatles were at the height of their popularity, and Buckingham Palace awarded them MBEs. The decision was a bit controversial; even the band members were a bit surprised by it.
Fifty years ago #Otd, The Beatles received MBE medals from Queen Elizabeth II. pic.twitter.com/CgT1kvIWMA
— The Beatles (@thebeatles) October 26, 2015
“I didn’t think you got that sort of thing, just for playing rock ‘n’ roll music,” George Harrison said at a press conference, per the Liverpool Echo.
Still, they decided to accept the honor. John Lennon later returned his MBE as a form of political protest.
Madonna, Michael Wilson, and Queen Elizabeth II | Anwar Hussein/WireImage The Beatles
In 1965, The Beatles were at the height of their popularity, and Buckingham Palace awarded them MBEs. The decision was a bit controversial; even the band members were a bit surprised by it.
Fifty years ago #Otd, The Beatles received MBE medals from Queen Elizabeth II. pic.twitter.com/CgT1kvIWMA
— The Beatles (@thebeatles) October 26, 2015
“I didn’t think you got that sort of thing, just for playing rock ‘n’ roll music,” George Harrison said at a press conference, per the Liverpool Echo.
Still, they decided to accept the honor. John Lennon later returned his MBE as a form of political protest.
- 4/13/2023
- by Emma McKee
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
As King Charles III and Queen Camilla celebrate 18 years of marriage find out what Prince Harry had to say about his father remarrying in Spare. From delays to thoughts of Princess Diana, what went through his mind before, during, and after their 2005 wedding.
1. Harry on Charles and Camilla’s wedding in ‘Spare’: He and William asked their father not to get remarried Prince Harry and Prince William | Anwar Hussein/Getty Images
King Charles and Camilla got married on April 9, 2005, with both Harry and the now-Prince of Wales in attendance. However, it wasn’t all smooth sailing for the couple.
After getting Queen Elizabeth II’s permission to marry, the king’s sons asked him not to go through with it. “Despite Willy and me urging him not to, Pa was going ahead. We pumped his hand, wished him well. No hard feelings,” the Duke of Sussex said (via...
1. Harry on Charles and Camilla’s wedding in ‘Spare’: He and William asked their father not to get remarried Prince Harry and Prince William | Anwar Hussein/Getty Images
King Charles and Camilla got married on April 9, 2005, with both Harry and the now-Prince of Wales in attendance. However, it wasn’t all smooth sailing for the couple.
After getting Queen Elizabeth II’s permission to marry, the king’s sons asked him not to go through with it. “Despite Willy and me urging him not to, Pa was going ahead. We pumped his hand, wished him well. No hard feelings,” the Duke of Sussex said (via...
- 4/9/2023
- by Mandi Kerr
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Tl;Dr
In astrology, sun and moon signs work together to “strongly influence [our] emotional mode of operation.” Celebrity astrologer Inbaal Honigman explained how Meghan Markle’s sun and moon signs contradict, meaning she has aspects of her personality that are extroverted and others that are introspective. Prince Harry’s sun and moon signs are “quite compatible,” Honigman said, meaning his public and private personas are nearly identical. Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex | Anwar Hussein/WireImage
Meghan Markle has sun and moon signs contradicting one another, indicating her personality has many facets, according to a celebrity astrologer who has worked with the Tarot for decades. The Duchess of Sussex exhibits characteristics of her sun sign, Leo, and her moon sign, Libra. Here’s what that could mean about her character and how hers compare to Prince Harry’s signs.
What are sun and moon signs in astrology?
Harper’s Bazaar explained...
In astrology, sun and moon signs work together to “strongly influence [our] emotional mode of operation.” Celebrity astrologer Inbaal Honigman explained how Meghan Markle’s sun and moon signs contradict, meaning she has aspects of her personality that are extroverted and others that are introspective. Prince Harry’s sun and moon signs are “quite compatible,” Honigman said, meaning his public and private personas are nearly identical. Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex | Anwar Hussein/WireImage
Meghan Markle has sun and moon signs contradicting one another, indicating her personality has many facets, according to a celebrity astrologer who has worked with the Tarot for decades. The Duchess of Sussex exhibits characteristics of her sun sign, Leo, and her moon sign, Libra. Here’s what that could mean about her character and how hers compare to Prince Harry’s signs.
What are sun and moon signs in astrology?
Harper’s Bazaar explained...
- 3/27/2023
- by Katie Rook
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Did you ever notice that Princess Diana, who was quite tall, often looked shorter than her ex-husband, King Charles III? It’s not because the king is particularly tall. In fact, he is substantially shorter than both of his sons and is shorter than his father, too. Princess Diana and King Charles III were actually about the same height. Candid photos prove it, but photography tricks were used to make him appear taller than his then-wife in posed photos.
Princess Diana and King Charles III were about the same height
It was obvious in candid photos that Princess Diana and her then-husband were roughly the same height. There are even candid photos in which Princess Diana looked substantially taller than King Charles III because of the shoes she was wearing. Still, when it came to posed photos, photographers used tricks to make the king look taller, according to the Sun.
Princess Diana and King Charles III were about the same height
It was obvious in candid photos that Princess Diana and her then-husband were roughly the same height. There are even candid photos in which Princess Diana looked substantially taller than King Charles III because of the shoes she was wearing. Still, when it came to posed photos, photographers used tricks to make the king look taller, according to the Sun.
- 3/18/2023
- by Andrea Francese
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
In 1981 royal watchers were thrilled to learn of the impending marriage of King Charles III (then-Prince Charles) and Lady Diana Spencer. The couple captured the world’s imagination with thier romance and subsequent lavish wedding in July of that same year. However, as their marriage evolved, it was evident that the couple had little in common. A body language expert proved three ways how, historically, Charles was “not in harmony” with Diana.
Then-Prince Charles and Princess Diana, pictured in 1985, during a visit to Italy | Georges De Keerle/Getty Images Princess Diana and King Charles III had a royal pedigree in common but little else
King Charles III was groomed from childhood to inherit the throne from his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. The eldest of her and Prince Philip’s children, Anne, Andrew, and Edward, Charles’s destiny was inherently different than his siblings.
He learned early on that duty came before happiness.
Then-Prince Charles and Princess Diana, pictured in 1985, during a visit to Italy | Georges De Keerle/Getty Images Princess Diana and King Charles III had a royal pedigree in common but little else
King Charles III was groomed from childhood to inherit the throne from his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. The eldest of her and Prince Philip’s children, Anne, Andrew, and Edward, Charles’s destiny was inherently different than his siblings.
He learned early on that duty came before happiness.
- 3/17/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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