Although the royal family appears stuffy and traditional, their Christmas traditions are. The clan is known for gifting each other presents that are a bit on the strange and savage side. Here are some of the wildest and weirdest gifts the royal family has given each other.
Weird gag gifts reign the royal family roost
The royal family relies more on gifts with a funny twist than costly presents for each other during the Christmas holidays. The amount spent on a gift makes no difference if it doesn’t generate a laugh from its recipient.
Royal correspondent Katie Nicholl explained in the documentary A Very Royal Christmas: Sandringham Secrets, “If you can achieve something that is tongue in cheek and will have the Queen laughing, then you’ve really done well that Christmas.”
In the weird department, Meghan Markle landed a score with a gift for Prince William during her...
Weird gag gifts reign the royal family roost
The royal family relies more on gifts with a funny twist than costly presents for each other during the Christmas holidays. The amount spent on a gift makes no difference if it doesn’t generate a laugh from its recipient.
Royal correspondent Katie Nicholl explained in the documentary A Very Royal Christmas: Sandringham Secrets, “If you can achieve something that is tongue in cheek and will have the Queen laughing, then you’ve really done well that Christmas.”
In the weird department, Meghan Markle landed a score with a gift for Prince William during her...
- 12/24/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
King Charles‘ Balmoral Estate is the royal family’s Scottish retreat. It is the place where Queen Elizabeth spent her final days and where the royals summered for generations. However, there is a secret structure located on the grounds of Balmoral, a pyramid with ties to Queen Victoria’s husband.
Why is there a pyramid located on Balmoral’s property?
Balmoral is a sprawling 50,000-acre estate located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It was the summer residence of Queen Elizabeth II, who died there on Sept. 8, 2022.
The property includes grouse moors, forestry, farmland, herds of deer, Highland cattle, and ponies. It also offers access to the public for fishing and hiking every spring, reported Architectural Digest.
However, it is also the location of a pyramid dedicated to Queen Victoria’s husband, Prince Albert. It was erected in 1862 following the passing of her beloved husband in 1861 at the age of 42.
The pyramid, otherwise known as a cairn,...
Why is there a pyramid located on Balmoral’s property?
Balmoral is a sprawling 50,000-acre estate located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It was the summer residence of Queen Elizabeth II, who died there on Sept. 8, 2022.
The property includes grouse moors, forestry, farmland, herds of deer, Highland cattle, and ponies. It also offers access to the public for fishing and hiking every spring, reported Architectural Digest.
However, it is also the location of a pyramid dedicated to Queen Victoria’s husband, Prince Albert. It was erected in 1862 following the passing of her beloved husband in 1861 at the age of 42.
The pyramid, otherwise known as a cairn,...
- 11/2/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Being queen isn’t something the late Queen Elizabeth II ever asked for. In fact, it wasn’t something anyone imagined would happen until one decision by another member of the royal family changed her fate.
At the time of her birth in 1926, then-Princess Elizabeth was third in the line of succession to the British throne behind her Uncle Edward (known in the family as David) and her father Prince Albert. With Edward as the heir apparent, any children of his would have bumped Elizabeth further down the line as would their children so the possibility she would ever become the monarch was slim. That is until her grandfather died and her uncle became king but chose to abdicate so he could marry Wallis Simpson.
Edward’s decision meant that his younger brother Albert would become king making Elizabeth the heir apparent. He ascended the throne and took the name...
At the time of her birth in 1926, then-Princess Elizabeth was third in the line of succession to the British throne behind her Uncle Edward (known in the family as David) and her father Prince Albert. With Edward as the heir apparent, any children of his would have bumped Elizabeth further down the line as would their children so the possibility she would ever become the monarch was slim. That is until her grandfather died and her uncle became king but chose to abdicate so he could marry Wallis Simpson.
Edward’s decision meant that his younger brother Albert would become king making Elizabeth the heir apparent. He ascended the throne and took the name...
- 10/28/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Royal offspring Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis have an intense school schedule that keeps them in class six days a week. Unlike most children, who attend classes five days a week, Prince William and Kate Middleton’s kids only get one day off to relax. Here’s why the Cambridge’s education is so different than other kids.
Why do Prince William and Kate Middleton’s children attend school six days a week?
In September 2022, it was revealed that Prince Louis, Princess Charlotte, and Prince George would attend Lambrook School. The private prep school is located near their Adelaide Cottage home in Windsor.
Managing Editor of The Good Schools Guide, Melanie Sanderson, discussed the royal trio’s school schedule for A Right Royal Podcast. However, she revealed that while the six-day-a-week program is considered intense, it likely suits the Cambridge’s active lifestyle.
Sanderson explained that Lambrook doesn...
Why do Prince William and Kate Middleton’s children attend school six days a week?
In September 2022, it was revealed that Prince Louis, Princess Charlotte, and Prince George would attend Lambrook School. The private prep school is located near their Adelaide Cottage home in Windsor.
Managing Editor of The Good Schools Guide, Melanie Sanderson, discussed the royal trio’s school schedule for A Right Royal Podcast. However, she revealed that while the six-day-a-week program is considered intense, it likely suits the Cambridge’s active lifestyle.
Sanderson explained that Lambrook doesn...
- 10/16/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Jenna Coleman is one of the most talented and charming actresses working in the film and TV industry. The English actress made her TV debut with the 2005 British soap opera Emmerdale, and her first feature film role was a very small one but it was in Captain America: First Avenger. She recently starred in the adaptation of Neil Gaiman‘s DC comics The Sandman as Johanna Constantine and she is currently starring in the Prime Vide thriller series Wilderness. So, if you also love Coleman’s performances here are the 10 best movies and TV shows starring Jenna Coleman that should be on your watchlist.
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Synopsis: Room At The Top is a drama series based on John Braine’s classic book about Joe Lampton, a young man on the make in 1940’s Yorkshire.
9. Dancing on the Edge (Tubi & Prime Video...
10. Room at the Top (Not Available in the US) Credit – BBC
Synopsis: Room At The Top is a drama series based on John Braine’s classic book about Joe Lampton, a young man on the make in 1940’s Yorkshire.
9. Dancing on the Edge (Tubi & Prime Video...
- 9/11/2023
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Mumbai, Aug 6 (Ians) Star stand up comic Zakir Khan is the first Indian content creator to perform at London’s Royal Albert Hall. He revealed that his introduction to the Royal Albert Hall ensued through his listening sessions of Ghulam Ali and Late legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar.
He will be debuting at the Royal Albert Hall on October 8, 2023 with his show Zakir Khan Live.
Commenting on the same, Zakir Khan who is one of the most relevant comedians from the South Asian market states: “My introduction to the Royal Albert Hall ensued through my listening sessions of Ghulam Ali and Lata Mangeshkar. I used to purchase cassettes of their live performances at the prestigious venue. But sometime in the year 2015, I stumbled upon a video of Adele’s live performance at the Royal Albert Hall and I was mesmerised by what I witnessed.
He added: “This is a blessing for...
He will be debuting at the Royal Albert Hall on October 8, 2023 with his show Zakir Khan Live.
Commenting on the same, Zakir Khan who is one of the most relevant comedians from the South Asian market states: “My introduction to the Royal Albert Hall ensued through my listening sessions of Ghulam Ali and Lata Mangeshkar. I used to purchase cassettes of their live performances at the prestigious venue. But sometime in the year 2015, I stumbled upon a video of Adele’s live performance at the Royal Albert Hall and I was mesmerised by what I witnessed.
He added: “This is a blessing for...
- 8/6/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
So much drama has unfolded over the last few years since Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, stepped down from their roles within the royal family and moved to the other side of the pond. Millions of people around the world have watched and formed opinions about the Sussexes and the whole situation including other royals.
Now one prince is revealing why he feels bad for Harry, who he believes is “suffering,” since stepping back from royal duties.
Prince Harry attends the state funeral and Committal Service for Queen Elizabeth II | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images Who is Prince Emanuele Filiberto?
Emanuele Filiberto of Savoy, Prince of Venice was born on June 22, 1972, in Geneva, Switzerland. His parents are Marina Doria and Vittorio Emanuele, Prince of Naples (a disputed head of the House of Savoy); making him the grandson of Italy’s last king.
Filiberto is married to French actor Clotilde Courau.
Now one prince is revealing why he feels bad for Harry, who he believes is “suffering,” since stepping back from royal duties.
Prince Harry attends the state funeral and Committal Service for Queen Elizabeth II | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images Who is Prince Emanuele Filiberto?
Emanuele Filiberto of Savoy, Prince of Venice was born on June 22, 1972, in Geneva, Switzerland. His parents are Marina Doria and Vittorio Emanuele, Prince of Naples (a disputed head of the House of Savoy); making him the grandson of Italy’s last king.
Filiberto is married to French actor Clotilde Courau.
- 6/30/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
King Charles III has made quite a few changes since stepping into the role of monarch, which was formerly held by his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. The queen ruled the United Kingdom for 70 years, and during that time, she created a number of traditions that the family has since followed.
Each summer and winter, the royal family would take a trip together; in the summer months, the queen spent most of her time at Balmoral, the family’s getaway in Scotland. Now, though, Charles is reportedly making some big changes to the summer schedule — and it involves less time at his mother’s favorite place.
King Charles III | Jonathan Brady/Wpa Pool/Getty Images King Charles will reportedly spend less time at Balmoral this year
Balmoral is no summer cottage. The massive estate sits on 50 acres, and it’s been somewhere the royal family has gathered for decades. The queen often spent whole summers there,...
Each summer and winter, the royal family would take a trip together; in the summer months, the queen spent most of her time at Balmoral, the family’s getaway in Scotland. Now, though, Charles is reportedly making some big changes to the summer schedule — and it involves less time at his mother’s favorite place.
King Charles III | Jonathan Brady/Wpa Pool/Getty Images King Charles will reportedly spend less time at Balmoral this year
Balmoral is no summer cottage. The massive estate sits on 50 acres, and it’s been somewhere the royal family has gathered for decades. The queen often spent whole summers there,...
- 6/26/2023
- by Julia Mullaney
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Best-selling novelist and showrunner Harlan Coben kicked off the 62nd edition of the Monte-Carlo Television Festival Friday with an expression of solidarity with the striking members of the Writers Guild of America, of which he is a member.
Coben, the co-showrunner and executive producer of Prime Video series “Harlan Coben’s Shelter,” which opened the festival with the world premiere of its first episode, said he wouldn’t be taking part in the promotion of the show at the festival to demonstrate his support for the strike.
Standing on stage alongside Monaco’s Prince Albert II, the festival’s honorary president, Coben said: “I am just going to say I am supporting the Writers Guild of America, my union, that is striking right now, so I am not going to participate in any of the question and answers, and none of the media – I’m just here for the prince, and...
Coben, the co-showrunner and executive producer of Prime Video series “Harlan Coben’s Shelter,” which opened the festival with the world premiere of its first episode, said he wouldn’t be taking part in the promotion of the show at the festival to demonstrate his support for the strike.
Standing on stage alongside Monaco’s Prince Albert II, the festival’s honorary president, Coben said: “I am just going to say I am supporting the Writers Guild of America, my union, that is striking right now, so I am not going to participate in any of the question and answers, and none of the media – I’m just here for the prince, and...
- 6/16/2023
- by Leo Barraclough
- Variety Film + TV
“Bikini Blue” director Jarek Marszewski will direct the 1920s-set euthanasia drama “Iron Ribbon,” for which Los Angeles-based Egyptian actor Mohamed Karim is attached and Tom Hughes (“The English”) is in advanced talks.
The English-language romantic thriller, which is being produced by London-based Daniella Gonella and Jay Michaelson’s Dg Productions, is based on the true story of rising Polish stage star Stanislawa Uminska, who in 1924 killed her cancer-stricken fiancé in Paris upon his request as an act of euthanasia. She then stood trial, but was set free by the French court.
Karim is known across the Middle East as a former host of talent show “The Voice of Arabia” and for roles in popular Ramadan soaps. He is concurrently pursuing a Hollywood career that has led to roles alongside Nicolas Cage in 2019 action movie “A Score to Settle” and with Bruce Willis in “A Day to Die.”
In “Iron Ribbon,...
The English-language romantic thriller, which is being produced by London-based Daniella Gonella and Jay Michaelson’s Dg Productions, is based on the true story of rising Polish stage star Stanislawa Uminska, who in 1924 killed her cancer-stricken fiancé in Paris upon his request as an act of euthanasia. She then stood trial, but was set free by the French court.
Karim is known across the Middle East as a former host of talent show “The Voice of Arabia” and for roles in popular Ramadan soaps. He is concurrently pursuing a Hollywood career that has led to roles alongside Nicolas Cage in 2019 action movie “A Score to Settle” and with Bruce Willis in “A Day to Die.”
In “Iron Ribbon,...
- 5/25/2023
- by Nick Vivarelli
- Variety Film + TV
Many people know that royal family members follow unwritten fashion rules. Interestingly, one wardrobe rule requires that royals pack a black outfit when traveling. The reason is somber.
Royals always pack a black outfit in case of an unexpected death King Charles III at Prince Philip’s funeral on Apr. 17, 2021 | Leon Neal/Wpa Pool/Getty Images
According to Yahoo, royals pack a black outfit whenever they travel abroad. So in case of an unexpected death in their host nation, the royal is prepared to attend a last-minute funeral.
Additionally, if someone in the royal family dies while a member is out of the country, they can wear a black outfit upon their return to the United Kingdom.
Unexpected deaths rarely occur while royals are traveling, but it has happened. It’s also why royals now understand the importance of packing a black ensemble.
Queen Elizabeth did not have a black...
Royals always pack a black outfit in case of an unexpected death King Charles III at Prince Philip’s funeral on Apr. 17, 2021 | Leon Neal/Wpa Pool/Getty Images
According to Yahoo, royals pack a black outfit whenever they travel abroad. So in case of an unexpected death in their host nation, the royal is prepared to attend a last-minute funeral.
Additionally, if someone in the royal family dies while a member is out of the country, they can wear a black outfit upon their return to the United Kingdom.
Unexpected deaths rarely occur while royals are traveling, but it has happened. It’s also why royals now understand the importance of packing a black ensemble.
Queen Elizabeth did not have a black...
- 4/19/2023
- by Tram Anh Ton Nu
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
A post shared by The Royal Family (@theroyalfamily) on Dec 12, 2017 at 9:44am Pst The Royal Family has released a behind-the-scenes video of the Christmas trees being installed at Buckingham Palace, and it'll come as no surprise to you that Queen Elizabeth II goes big when it comes to festive decor, even though she won't actually be in London on Christmas Day, but celebrating with the family at Sandringham. The palace plays host to three trees, one giant 15-foot Nordmann Fir, sourced from Windsor Great Park, which stands pride of place in the Marble Hall, and two "smaller" 10-foot trees at the Palace's Grand Entrance. The trees are all festooned with lights and this year are hung with dozens of bejeweled gold and velvet crowns that pay perfect homage to their royal owners. The video also reveals that the palace balustrade is decorated with giant garlands hung with jewel-colored baubles.
- 12/15/2017
- by Gemma Cartwright
- Popsugar.com
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Monaco!
Prince Albert, Princess Charlene and their adorable twins, Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella, are getting into the holiday spirit.
The palace courtyard has been decorated with a giant Mickey Mouse and chef Christian Garcia has started baking sugar cookies for the annual children’s Christmas party. Down by the port, the sights and sounds from the Christmas market fill the air.
But nothing is more festive than the sight of Jacques and Gabriella sitting under their royal Christmas tree! Proud mom Charlene shared a preview of the royal family...
Prince Albert, Princess Charlene and their adorable twins, Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella, are getting into the holiday spirit.
The palace courtyard has been decorated with a giant Mickey Mouse and chef Christian Garcia has started baking sugar cookies for the annual children’s Christmas party. Down by the port, the sights and sounds from the Christmas market fill the air.
But nothing is more festive than the sight of Jacques and Gabriella sitting under their royal Christmas tree! Proud mom Charlene shared a preview of the royal family...
- 12/14/2017
- by Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
How do you top a toddler royal birthday party?
Three words: mechanical polar bears.
(It also helps if you have your own museum.)
Monaco’s royal twins, Princess Gabriella and Prince Jacques, turned three on December 10 and their father, Prince Albert II, tells People exclusively that their weekend included two parties spread out over a couple of days.
While no pictures have been released yet, Prince Albert describes the festivities as “great fun.”
To up their game from last year’s jungle-themed party, royal mom Princess Charlene organized “a birthday party with friends they’ve made at kids’ club or...
Three words: mechanical polar bears.
(It also helps if you have your own museum.)
Monaco’s royal twins, Princess Gabriella and Prince Jacques, turned three on December 10 and their father, Prince Albert II, tells People exclusively that their weekend included two parties spread out over a couple of days.
While no pictures have been released yet, Prince Albert describes the festivities as “great fun.”
To up their game from last year’s jungle-themed party, royal mom Princess Charlene organized “a birthday party with friends they’ve made at kids’ club or...
- 12/12/2017
- by Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
Jenna Coleman's Victoria may have already ascended to the throne and married Prince Albert but ITV's royal drama shows no sign of slowing after the UK broadcaster ordered a third season of the big-budget series. The new season will follow the next chapter in the monarch's eventful life and will see Coleman and Tom Hughes, who plays Albert, both return. ITV-owned Mammoth Screen will produce the series for ITV and PBS' Masterpiece. It will follow a feature-length episode…...
- 12/12/2017
- Deadline TV
Tis the season to be...well informed. We all love Christmas, but how much do any of us actually know about why Christmas is the way it is? Here are 31 facts about Christmas trees, Santa Claus, and Rudolph that you (probably) didn’t know. Smarten up! 1. Christmas supposedly marks the birth of Jesus Christ on December 25. But there is no mention of December 25 in the Bible and most historians actually believe he was born in the spring. 2. December 25 was probably chosen because it coincided with the ancient pagan festival Saturnalia, which celebrated the agricultural god Saturn with partying, gambling, and gift-giving. 3. Many of the popular Christmas traditions today found their roots in Saturnalia: Branches from evergreen trees were used during winter solstice as a reminder of the green plants that would grow in spring when the sun gods grew strong. 4. These evergreen branches became the foundation of our Christmas tree. Germans are thought...
- 12/7/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
MaryAnn’s quick take… There’s charm and wit in its fanciful depiction of the creative process, but the film downplays the social activism that Dickens fully embraced in his work. I’m “biast” (pro): love Dickens and A Christmas Carol
I’m “biast” (con): haven’t been the biggest fan of Dan Stevens
I have not read the source material
(what is this about? see my critic’s minifesto)
Did Charles Dickens really invent our modern observance of Christmas? Well… he certainly contributed to it, with his beloved 1843 novella A Christmas Carol bringing to it a spirit of family celebration and togetherness and moving the holiday away from its religious grounding to a more secular one focused on ecumenical kindness and generosity. But we also have Prince Albert to thank, for importing his German Yuletide customs — such as evergreens and Christmas trees — to England when he married...
I’m “biast” (con): haven’t been the biggest fan of Dan Stevens
I have not read the source material
(what is this about? see my critic’s minifesto)
Did Charles Dickens really invent our modern observance of Christmas? Well… he certainly contributed to it, with his beloved 1843 novella A Christmas Carol bringing to it a spirit of family celebration and togetherness and moving the holiday away from its religious grounding to a more secular one focused on ecumenical kindness and generosity. But we also have Prince Albert to thank, for importing his German Yuletide customs — such as evergreens and Christmas trees — to England when he married...
- 11/21/2017
- by MaryAnn Johanson
- www.flickfilosopher.com
Monaco’s littlest royals, 2-year-old twins Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella, joined their parents Prince Albert and Princess Charlene to celebrate National Day on Sunday, appearing twice to the joy of the gathered crowd.
Jacques’ blond head was visible just above the balustrade as the windows opened amid the ceremony. Beside him, his sister Princess Gabriella danced to the military band, occasionally throwing kisses and waving to the crowd.
While Prince Albert took salutes in the palace forecourt below from the carabineri — Monaco’s soldiers, celebrating their 200th anniversary — Princess Charlene doted on Jacques, primping his new haircut.
Princess Charlene...
Jacques’ blond head was visible just above the balustrade as the windows opened amid the ceremony. Beside him, his sister Princess Gabriella danced to the military band, occasionally throwing kisses and waving to the crowd.
While Prince Albert took salutes in the palace forecourt below from the carabineri — Monaco’s soldiers, celebrating their 200th anniversary — Princess Charlene doted on Jacques, primping his new haircut.
Princess Charlene...
- 11/19/2017
- by Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
Think, “I Was a Teenage Empress.” A trio of movies tell an optimized version of the life of a 19th century Empress of Austria and Queen of Hungary. It’s fuzzy history designed to prop up German morale, but the film is graced with the incredible presence of a teenaged Romy Schneider, whose beauty and personality became a sensation in the European film world.
The Sissi Collection:
Sissi
Sissi The Young Empress
Sissi The Fateful Years of an Empress
The Story of Vickie
Blu-ray
Film Movement
1955, 1956, 1957 / Color / 1:78 widescreen & 1:33 flat full frame / 102, 107, 109 min. / Street Date November 14, 2017 / 74.95
Starring: Romy Schneider, Karlheinz Böhm, Magda Schneider, Uta Franz, Vilma Degischer, Josef Meinrad, Gustav Knuth.
Cinematography: Bruno Mondi
Film Editor: Alfred Srp
Original Music: Anton Profes
Produced by Karl Erlich, Ernst Marischka
Written and Directed by Ernst Marischka
I’m fascinated by National Epics, movies that individual countries might take as a film...
The Sissi Collection:
Sissi
Sissi The Young Empress
Sissi The Fateful Years of an Empress
The Story of Vickie
Blu-ray
Film Movement
1955, 1956, 1957 / Color / 1:78 widescreen & 1:33 flat full frame / 102, 107, 109 min. / Street Date November 14, 2017 / 74.95
Starring: Romy Schneider, Karlheinz Böhm, Magda Schneider, Uta Franz, Vilma Degischer, Josef Meinrad, Gustav Knuth.
Cinematography: Bruno Mondi
Film Editor: Alfred Srp
Original Music: Anton Profes
Produced by Karl Erlich, Ernst Marischka
Written and Directed by Ernst Marischka
I’m fascinated by National Epics, movies that individual countries might take as a film...
- 11/14/2017
- by Glenn Erickson
- Trailers from Hell
Grace Kelly‘s children have gathered together for a rare, new family photo.
Prince Albert ll of Monaco, Princess Caroline and Princess Stéphanie posed together at a celebration on the eve of what would have been their mother’s 88th birthday. The siblings gathered in front of the Theatre Princess Grace as the Princess Grace Foundation-usa celebrated the 35th anniversary of the foundation that honors her legacy.
The event featured a screening of The Country Girl, for which Princess Grace won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1955.
It’s been 35 years since Princess Grace — who wed Prince Rainier of...
Prince Albert ll of Monaco, Princess Caroline and Princess Stéphanie posed together at a celebration on the eve of what would have been their mother’s 88th birthday. The siblings gathered in front of the Theatre Princess Grace as the Princess Grace Foundation-usa celebrated the 35th anniversary of the foundation that honors her legacy.
The event featured a screening of The Country Girl, for which Princess Grace won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1955.
It’s been 35 years since Princess Grace — who wed Prince Rainier of...
- 11/12/2017
- by Stephanie Petit and Liz McNeil
- PEOPLE.com
Monaco’s royal twins Princess Gabriella and Prince Jacques have an itinerary that rivals any celebrity in the world!
First up for the pair, who turn 3 on December 10, is Monaco’s National Day on November 19, which will see them take part in the royal family’s traditional balcony wave. Afterwards, their busy schedule includes holiday and birthday events with dad Prince Albert and mom Princess Charlene and an appearance at the palace’s annual Christmas gift party.
Next year, their itinerary will broaden considerably when they accompany their parents on a “halfway-around-the-world” trip, their father tells People.
Considering their young...
First up for the pair, who turn 3 on December 10, is Monaco’s National Day on November 19, which will see them take part in the royal family’s traditional balcony wave. Afterwards, their busy schedule includes holiday and birthday events with dad Prince Albert and mom Princess Charlene and an appearance at the palace’s annual Christmas gift party.
Next year, their itinerary will broaden considerably when they accompany their parents on a “halfway-around-the-world” trip, their father tells People.
Considering their young...
- 11/7/2017
- by Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
Exclusive: Tom Hughes, who plays Prince Albert in ITV/Masterpiece’s Victoria, is joining the cast of Red Joan, the story of a grandmother exposed as the Kgb’s longest-serving British spy. Based on the 2013 book by Jennie Rooney, it’s inspired by real-life events. Judi Dench is playing the eponymous Joan Stanley with Sophie Cookson (Kingsman: The Golden Circle) as the young Joan. Trevor Nunn is directing from Lindsay Shapero’s script. The film takes place in two eras. In a…...
- 11/2/2017
- Deadline
Prince Albert is explaining that mustache.
It’s been two months since the royal dad debuted the distinctive facial hair alongside his wife, Princess Charlene, and their nearly 3-year-old twins at Monaco’s annual end of summer picnic — and if you haven’t seen it, he tells People exclusively, “you only have a few more weeks to form an opinion.”
While his father, grandfather and great-grandfather all sported a variety of facial hair combinations in decades past, Prince Albert, 60, has never publicly done so. So why now?
Stroking his upper lip, he explains, “this year is the bicentennial of the carabiniers,...
It’s been two months since the royal dad debuted the distinctive facial hair alongside his wife, Princess Charlene, and their nearly 3-year-old twins at Monaco’s annual end of summer picnic — and if you haven’t seen it, he tells People exclusively, “you only have a few more weeks to form an opinion.”
While his father, grandfather and great-grandfather all sported a variety of facial hair combinations in decades past, Prince Albert, 60, has never publicly done so. So why now?
Stroking his upper lip, he explains, “this year is the bicentennial of the carabiniers,...
- 11/2/2017
- by Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
Pinkies up, everyone - it's time for a crash course in British titles. As any fan of the royal family knows, their titles aren't as simple as "prince" and "princess." No, they carry much longer official monikers like the Duchess of Cambridge and the Duke of York. For Americans, these designations can seem baffling. Where do royal titles come from, anyway? Was Prince William always going to be the Duke of Cambridge? Who comes up with this stuff? The answers to all of these questions are at once complicated and weirdly simple. RelatedWhat the British Royal Family Teaches Us About Birth Order The Peerage System It comes down to Queen Elizabeth II to bestow titles on her family members, just as the task belonged to the reigning monarchs before her. She can also give titles to nonmembers of the royal family. The British have a system known as peerage, which...
- 10/20/2017
- by Sabienna Bowman
- Popsugar.com
Talk about a glamorous date night!
Robin Thicke and his pregnant girlfriend, April Love Geary, appeared arm in arm on the red carpet for the first time since announcing they were expecting, looking like radiant parents-to-be on Thursday. Geary covered her growing baby bump in a sheer, lacy black gown, while Thicke sported a sharp blue tuxedo.
Photo: Stephane Cardinale - Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images
Geary also shared this pic from inside the event of the two about to kiss and looking adorably smitten with each other. She wrote in the caption, "So in love with you ❤️"
Thicke was the musical guest of the night at the Monte-Carlo Gala for the Global Ocean, where Leonardo DiCaprio was being honored by the Prince Albert Foundation for his work in environmental preservation.
The 40-year-old performed "Blurred Lines" as part of his set for the crowd, setting a party mood.
Related: Robin Thicke and Girlfriend April Love Geary Expecting...
Robin Thicke and his pregnant girlfriend, April Love Geary, appeared arm in arm on the red carpet for the first time since announcing they were expecting, looking like radiant parents-to-be on Thursday. Geary covered her growing baby bump in a sheer, lacy black gown, while Thicke sported a sharp blue tuxedo.
Photo: Stephane Cardinale - Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images
Geary also shared this pic from inside the event of the two about to kiss and looking adorably smitten with each other. She wrote in the caption, "So in love with you ❤️"
Thicke was the musical guest of the night at the Monte-Carlo Gala for the Global Ocean, where Leonardo DiCaprio was being honored by the Prince Albert Foundation for his work in environmental preservation.
The 40-year-old performed "Blurred Lines" as part of his set for the crowd, setting a party mood.
Related: Robin Thicke and Girlfriend April Love Geary Expecting...
- 9/29/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
Director Stephen Frears (“Florence Foster Jenkins”) continues his fascination with odd pairings and female empowerment with “Victoria & Abdul,” which explores the mysterious, controversial, and loving friendship between Queen Victoria (Judi Dench) and Indian clerk-turned-confidant Abdul Karim (Ali Fazal). And what better way to shed light on that friendship (both literally and metaphorically) than through their wardrobes?
“I did wide research into the social and historical world of the Royal English family [from 1887 at the Queen’s Jubilee celebration until her death in 1901], and this woman who was burdened with formality and rigidity and the absurdity of the hierarchy within the household,” said long-time Fears costume designer Consolata Boyle (twice Oscar-nominated for “The Queen” and “Florence Foster Jenkins”). “Every nuance had to be completely right so you could turn your back on it and concentrate on the friendship.”
The Shocking Relevance
Based on the novel by journalist Shrabani Basu, who uncovered the scandalous infatuation that disrupted the palace and lead to a near revolt against the queen,...
“I did wide research into the social and historical world of the Royal English family [from 1887 at the Queen’s Jubilee celebration until her death in 1901], and this woman who was burdened with formality and rigidity and the absurdity of the hierarchy within the household,” said long-time Fears costume designer Consolata Boyle (twice Oscar-nominated for “The Queen” and “Florence Foster Jenkins”). “Every nuance had to be completely right so you could turn your back on it and concentrate on the friendship.”
The Shocking Relevance
Based on the novel by journalist Shrabani Basu, who uncovered the scandalous infatuation that disrupted the palace and lead to a near revolt against the queen,...
- 9/26/2017
- by Bill Desowitz
- Indiewire
The extraordinary story of the close relationship between Queen Victoria and the first Indian member of the royal household is now being told.
The platonic relationship between Abdul Karim and the 19th-century monarch was one of tremendous devotion: He taught her Urdu, spent time with her at her summer house in Scotland and the two shared intimate letters.
Their closeness sparked racism and jealousy among the court and other members of the Queen’s family. But Victoria, who was just 18 when she became Queen, showed herself to be an enlightened woman who faced down her court as she remained loyal...
The platonic relationship between Abdul Karim and the 19th-century monarch was one of tremendous devotion: He taught her Urdu, spent time with her at her summer house in Scotland and the two shared intimate letters.
Their closeness sparked racism and jealousy among the court and other members of the Queen’s family. But Victoria, who was just 18 when she became Queen, showed herself to be an enlightened woman who faced down her court as she remained loyal...
- 9/22/2017
- by Simon Perry
- PEOPLE.com
With the whole world still seemingly in the grip of clown-mania, it’s doubly difficult for a movie to make a real impact at the moment. With Victoria & Albert however, we may have something that is powerful enough to step out of the shadows that It has created in cinematic circles this month.
The sequel to 1997’s Mrs. Brown, and based on the book of the same name as well as real-life events, Judie Dench reprises her role as Queen Victoria, now in her dotage at the age of 81. This second story echoes the sentiments of its predecessor, in that a servant finds favour with the ruler of the largest empire that the world has ever seen. Although Ali Fazal‘s Abdul Karim is a completely different character to the irreverent Scotsman portrayed by Billy Connolly in Mrs. Brown, the similarities are striking.
Karim and his fellow servant Mohammed (Adeel Akhtar...
The sequel to 1997’s Mrs. Brown, and based on the book of the same name as well as real-life events, Judie Dench reprises her role as Queen Victoria, now in her dotage at the age of 81. This second story echoes the sentiments of its predecessor, in that a servant finds favour with the ruler of the largest empire that the world has ever seen. Although Ali Fazal‘s Abdul Karim is a completely different character to the irreverent Scotsman portrayed by Billy Connolly in Mrs. Brown, the similarities are striking.
Karim and his fellow servant Mohammed (Adeel Akhtar...
- 9/20/2017
- by Dan Green
- The Cultural Post
Queen Victoria may have led a fascinating life, but it certainly wouldn't have been the same if her husband, Prince Albert, hadn't been by her side for 21 years. So if the hit show Victoria has you wondering about the bright and dashing prince played by the gorgeous Tom Hughes, here are nine things you may not have known about him. He Was German Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha was born on 26 Aug., 1819, at Schloss Rosenau, near Coburg, in Germany. His full name was Francis Albert Augustus Charles Emmanuel, and he was the second son of Ernest III, Duke of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld, and his first wife, Louise of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg. He had a brother named Ernest. He Had a Difficult Childhood At the age of 7, Prince Albert's father divorced his mother on grounds of adultery. She was exiled from court in 1824, forbidden to see her children again, and sent to live in Switzerland.
- 9/15/2017
- by Morgane Le Caer
- Popsugar.com
Prince Albert is opening up about his mother Princess Grace‘s tragic death, and the moment his father, Prince Rainier, told him about the deadly car crash that claimed his mother’s life and injured his sister, Princess Stephanie.
Hollywood actress Grace Kelly, who became Princess Grace when she wed Prince Rainier of Monaco in 1956, suffered a stroke while driving back to Monaco from the royal family’s country home on Sept. 13, 1982. She lost control of the car and drove off a steep mountainside. When paramedics arrived, she was in critical condition. She and her then-17-year-old daughter, Stephanie, were transported to the hospital,...
Hollywood actress Grace Kelly, who became Princess Grace when she wed Prince Rainier of Monaco in 1956, suffered a stroke while driving back to Monaco from the royal family’s country home on Sept. 13, 1982. She lost control of the car and drove off a steep mountainside. When paramedics arrived, she was in critical condition. She and her then-17-year-old daughter, Stephanie, were transported to the hospital,...
- 9/12/2017
- by Erin Hill
- PEOPLE.com
What’s in a name? Well, for Prince George, quite a bit, actually!
The little royal started school on Thursday at the $23,000-a-year Thomas’s Battersea, a quick drive from his London home at Kensington Palace. And though he’s undoubtedly the school’s most famous student, the former headmaster says that he’ll be “just another pupil.” Which means his classmates won’t be addressing him by his title.
Just like in preschool, the 4-year-old will simply be known as “George” to his peers. There will be no “Your Royal Highness” in the classroom. But when it comes to...
The little royal started school on Thursday at the $23,000-a-year Thomas’s Battersea, a quick drive from his London home at Kensington Palace. And though he’s undoubtedly the school’s most famous student, the former headmaster says that he’ll be “just another pupil.” Which means his classmates won’t be addressing him by his title.
Just like in preschool, the 4-year-old will simply be known as “George” to his peers. There will be no “Your Royal Highness” in the classroom. But when it comes to...
- 9/7/2017
- by Diana Pearl
- PEOPLE.com
Denmark’s Prince Henrik has been making headlines over the past week for his decision not to be buried next to his wife, Queen Margrethe. But who is the man who is controversially taking a decades-old grudge to the grave? Learn a little bit more about him here.
1. He’s pretty bitter about his title.
Outside of his adopted country, Henrik is best known for his long-lasting displeasure with the title he was given in the Danish royal family. Married to Queen Margrethe, he is a prince consort, not a king, as is traditional for men married to female monarchs.
1. He’s pretty bitter about his title.
Outside of his adopted country, Henrik is best known for his long-lasting displeasure with the title he was given in the Danish royal family. Married to Queen Margrethe, he is a prince consort, not a king, as is traditional for men married to female monarchs.
- 8/9/2017
- by Diana Pearl
- PEOPLE.com
Image Source: Getty / Keystone Prince Philip officially retired from royal duties this week. The 96-year-old leaves behind quite a legacy of appearances, engagements, and yes, a few controversies; he's become well-known over the years for his off-the-cuff remarks and sometimes insensitive gaffes, but he still remains a charming and gregarious presence. Philip is quite literally the queen's right-hand man, staying by her side at hundreds of events for royal charities while also enjoying personal hobbies like carriage racing and oil painting. Here are 12 things you may not have known about him. Related11 Things You Didn't Know About Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip's Royal Relationship He was a prince before he married Elizabeth II. Philip was born Prince Philip of Greece and Denmark on the Greek island of Corfu on June 10, 1921. He had to renounce his Greek and Danish titles upon marrying then-Princess Elizabeth in 1947, which is also...
- 8/2/2017
- by Brittney Stephens
- Popsugar.com
Prince Ernst-August V, head of the now-deposed royal House of Hanover, is stirring up serious royal family drama by formally opposing his son’s upcoming marriage, but this isn’t the first time he has made headlines.
Here’s what’s you need to know about the 63-year-old royal, who is the estranged husband of Grace Kelly’s daughter, Princess Caroline of Monaco.
1. He has major royal ties.
Prince Ernst-August V is head of the deposed royal House of Hanover — a German royal dynasty that provided monarchs of Great Britain and Ireland from 1714 and ruled the United Kingdom until the...
Here’s what’s you need to know about the 63-year-old royal, who is the estranged husband of Grace Kelly’s daughter, Princess Caroline of Monaco.
1. He has major royal ties.
Prince Ernst-August V is head of the deposed royal House of Hanover — a German royal dynasty that provided monarchs of Great Britain and Ireland from 1714 and ruled the United Kingdom until the...
- 7/6/2017
- by Erin Hill
- PEOPLE.com
Not all royal weddings go off without a hitch.
Prince Ernst-August Jr. of Hanover — whose stepmother is Princess Caroline of Monaco — is set to wed Russian-born, Czech-raised Ekaterina Malysheva in a massive televised religious ceremony on Saturday, part of 10 days of planned festivities expected to draw dozens of young royals and aristocrats.
But the groom’s father has thrown a series wrench into things.
On Monday, Prince Ernst-August V, head of the now-deposed royal House of Hanover in Germany and brother-in-law to Monaco’s Prince Albert, announced formal opposition to the marriage based on a very simple premise: He wants his castles back,...
Prince Ernst-August Jr. of Hanover — whose stepmother is Princess Caroline of Monaco — is set to wed Russian-born, Czech-raised Ekaterina Malysheva in a massive televised religious ceremony on Saturday, part of 10 days of planned festivities expected to draw dozens of young royals and aristocrats.
But the groom’s father has thrown a series wrench into things.
On Monday, Prince Ernst-August V, head of the now-deposed royal House of Hanover in Germany and brother-in-law to Monaco’s Prince Albert, announced formal opposition to the marriage based on a very simple premise: He wants his castles back,...
- 7/6/2017
- by Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
Heavy is the head that wears the crown, but it’s not easy being the sibling of a monarch either.
On Netflix’s “The Crown,” Jared Harris and Vanessa Kirby play father and daughter royals, King George VI and Princess Margaret, both of whom had their fates changed by divorce. Today, their stories have been overshadowed by Queen Elizabeth II, who has reigned for more than 60 years. “The Crown” has dredged up their stories for a new generation.
Read More: Netflix’s ‘The Crown’: How Stephen Daldry Romanticized a Royal Wedding
Before ever tackling a role such as these though, most British actors have already formed some sort of an opinion about the Royal Family.
“That relationship [with the monarchy] has changed over time, and I think there is a conflict about that which is still ongoing,” Harris said in an interview with IndieWire. “What is the relevance of the Royal Family?...
On Netflix’s “The Crown,” Jared Harris and Vanessa Kirby play father and daughter royals, King George VI and Princess Margaret, both of whom had their fates changed by divorce. Today, their stories have been overshadowed by Queen Elizabeth II, who has reigned for more than 60 years. “The Crown” has dredged up their stories for a new generation.
Read More: Netflix’s ‘The Crown’: How Stephen Daldry Romanticized a Royal Wedding
Before ever tackling a role such as these though, most British actors have already formed some sort of an opinion about the Royal Family.
“That relationship [with the monarchy] has changed over time, and I think there is a conflict about that which is still ongoing,” Harris said in an interview with IndieWire. “What is the relevance of the Royal Family?...
- 6/29/2017
- by Hanh Nguyen
- Indiewire
Royals have a tradition for everything – even their greenery!
In her wedding bouquet, Princess Kate carried a sprig of myrtle, a tradition that dates back 177 years to the time of Queen Victoria. The sprig comes from a tree in the lower terrace at Osborne House, one of Victoria’s favorite retreats, located on the Isle of Wight.
Since Victoria’s own wedding in 1840, myrtle — which symbolizes love — from that same tree has been used in the bouquets of numerous royal brides. And now, for the first time, the tree will be open to visitors, reports the Telegraph.
As part of a £600,000 ($766,737) English Heritage restoration project,...
In her wedding bouquet, Princess Kate carried a sprig of myrtle, a tradition that dates back 177 years to the time of Queen Victoria. The sprig comes from a tree in the lower terrace at Osborne House, one of Victoria’s favorite retreats, located on the Isle of Wight.
Since Victoria’s own wedding in 1840, myrtle — which symbolizes love — from that same tree has been used in the bouquets of numerous royal brides. And now, for the first time, the tree will be open to visitors, reports the Telegraph.
As part of a £600,000 ($766,737) English Heritage restoration project,...
- 6/27/2017
- by Diana Pearl
- PEOPLE.com
Monaco’s Prince Albert, one of the world leaders who warned about Donald Trump‘s environmental views before the U.S. election, has called the president’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement a “historic mistake.”
“It’s a historical decision, in the wrong sense,” the 59-year old sovereign tells People exclusively. “President Trump has made a historic mistake. Not only for the Paris Agreement but for the United States relations with the international community.”
Admitting frustration and bewilderment, the royal says Trump’s treaty abandonment “is incomprehensible. We were making great efforts, great progress, and the country — which has traditionally led us — is baling out.
“It’s a historical decision, in the wrong sense,” the 59-year old sovereign tells People exclusively. “President Trump has made a historic mistake. Not only for the Paris Agreement but for the United States relations with the international community.”
Admitting frustration and bewilderment, the royal says Trump’s treaty abandonment “is incomprehensible. We were making great efforts, great progress, and the country — which has traditionally led us — is baling out.
- 6/2/2017
- by Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
Princess Charlene Perfectly Channels a Glam Bond Girl in Stunning Video for Monaco’s 75th Grand Prix
Princess Charlene is going Bond!
In honor of Monaco’s 75th Grand Prix, held last weekend, Prince Albert and Princess Charlene took part in a special tribute, a brief 7-minute video, boasting all the romance and glamour of a Bond film.
With Charlene (who stuns in a chic halter top and glamorous shades!) arriving by boat and Albert in a helicopter, the couple joined past Monaco Grand Prix winners David Coulthard and Mark Weber at the Monaco Yacht Club. There, in a rare and captivating glimpse, the relaxed royal couple shared memories of the world’s most prestigious auto race...
In honor of Monaco’s 75th Grand Prix, held last weekend, Prince Albert and Princess Charlene took part in a special tribute, a brief 7-minute video, boasting all the romance and glamour of a Bond film.
With Charlene (who stuns in a chic halter top and glamorous shades!) arriving by boat and Albert in a helicopter, the couple joined past Monaco Grand Prix winners David Coulthard and Mark Weber at the Monaco Yacht Club. There, in a rare and captivating glimpse, the relaxed royal couple shared memories of the world’s most prestigious auto race...
- 6/1/2017
- by Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
Up until a few years ago, Queen Victoria, Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and Empress of India, was the longest reigning monarch. That is until Queen Elizabeth II, her great-great granddaughter surpassed her in September 2015. Elizabeth has been Queen since 1952.
With a reign of 63 years, seven months and two days, Victoria was the longest-reigning British monarch and the longest-reigning queen regnant in world history.
Focus Features has released the first poster and trailer for the upcoming Victoria & Abdul, from director Stephen Frears (The Queen,” “Philomena,” “Mrs. Henderson Presents”). The cast features Judi Dench, Ali Fazal, Adeel Akhtar, Simon Callow, Eddie Izzard, Ruth McCabe, Tim Pigott-Smith, Julian Wadham, Olivia Williams, Fenella Woolgar and Michael Gambon.
Many fans of the 1997’s Mrs. Brown wanted more of the story of a bereaved Queen Victoria (Judi Dench) and her relationship with a Scottish servant, John Brown (Billy Connolly), and the subsequent uproar it provoked.
With a reign of 63 years, seven months and two days, Victoria was the longest-reigning British monarch and the longest-reigning queen regnant in world history.
Focus Features has released the first poster and trailer for the upcoming Victoria & Abdul, from director Stephen Frears (The Queen,” “Philomena,” “Mrs. Henderson Presents”). The cast features Judi Dench, Ali Fazal, Adeel Akhtar, Simon Callow, Eddie Izzard, Ruth McCabe, Tim Pigott-Smith, Julian Wadham, Olivia Williams, Fenella Woolgar and Michael Gambon.
Many fans of the 1997’s Mrs. Brown wanted more of the story of a bereaved Queen Victoria (Judi Dench) and her relationship with a Scottish servant, John Brown (Billy Connolly), and the subsequent uproar it provoked.
- 5/30/2017
- by Michelle Hannett
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Author: Zehra Phelan
At the youthful age of 82, Dame Judi Dench isn’t retiring for anyone, just a little like her latest role as an ageing Queen Victoria in Victoria and Abdul for which a joyous trailer and poster have been released.
Dench teams up again with the Philomena director Stephen Frears on a story which is based on the latter years of Queen Victoria who reigned over England for 64 years between 1837 until her death in 1901 and her relationship with a young Indian clerk who she befriends after he is sent to her court. Dench is reprising her role as the cantankerous Queen after she portrayed Queen Victoria back in 1997 in Mrs Brown alongside Billy Connolly from an earlier episode in the royal’s life, so stepping back into her persona should have come quite naturally to the veteran actress.
Clad in Queen Victoria’s black mourning dress that she...
At the youthful age of 82, Dame Judi Dench isn’t retiring for anyone, just a little like her latest role as an ageing Queen Victoria in Victoria and Abdul for which a joyous trailer and poster have been released.
Dench teams up again with the Philomena director Stephen Frears on a story which is based on the latter years of Queen Victoria who reigned over England for 64 years between 1837 until her death in 1901 and her relationship with a young Indian clerk who she befriends after he is sent to her court. Dench is reprising her role as the cantankerous Queen after she portrayed Queen Victoria back in 1997 in Mrs Brown alongside Billy Connolly from an earlier episode in the royal’s life, so stepping back into her persona should have come quite naturally to the veteran actress.
Clad in Queen Victoria’s black mourning dress that she...
- 5/30/2017
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Royals, start your engines!
The world’s most glamorous auto race, the Monaco F1 Gp, commemorated its diamond anniversary over the weekend, turning up the wattage with appearances by several celebrities and, of course, Monaco’s royal couple.
Princess Charlene, who attended Sunday’s big event alongside husband Prince Albert, stunned in a fitted sleeveless scarlet Akris gown, continuing her red dress trend at the event.
The former Olympic swimmer dazzled on the podium as she presented this year’s trophy to Ferrari driver Sebastian Vettel.
Before the race, which is considered the “crown jewel” of auto racing, the royal...
The world’s most glamorous auto race, the Monaco F1 Gp, commemorated its diamond anniversary over the weekend, turning up the wattage with appearances by several celebrities and, of course, Monaco’s royal couple.
Princess Charlene, who attended Sunday’s big event alongside husband Prince Albert, stunned in a fitted sleeveless scarlet Akris gown, continuing her red dress trend at the event.
The former Olympic swimmer dazzled on the podium as she presented this year’s trophy to Ferrari driver Sebastian Vettel.
Before the race, which is considered the “crown jewel” of auto racing, the royal...
- 5/29/2017
- by Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
Queen Elizabeth expressed her shock following the “act of barbarity” that claimed the lives of 22 victims at the Ariana Grande concert in Manchester on Monday night.
In a statement signed Elizabeth R. and issued by Buckingham Palace on Tuesday, the monarch said: “The whole nation has been shocked by the death and injury in Manchester last night of so many people, adults and children, who had just been enjoying a concert.
“I know I speak for everyone in expressing my deepest sympathy to all who have been affected by this dreadful event and especially to the families and friends of...
In a statement signed Elizabeth R. and issued by Buckingham Palace on Tuesday, the monarch said: “The whole nation has been shocked by the death and injury in Manchester last night of so many people, adults and children, who had just been enjoying a concert.
“I know I speak for everyone in expressing my deepest sympathy to all who have been affected by this dreadful event and especially to the families and friends of...
- 5/23/2017
- by Simon Perry
- PEOPLE.com
Prince Jacques is ready to take the field!
Monaco’s little royal and heir to the throne, 2, wore a red and white Monaco soccer jersey to a garden party with his parents today, his first public outing since last year.
Sporting his red and white team colors, the young prince attended the party to celebrate the principality’s record eighth French football league championship.
He wore a personalized jersey with his name emblazoned on the back, “with his long blonde hair tied back in a budding ponytail,” one attendee tells People. They added that the little royal “fit right in,...
Monaco’s little royal and heir to the throne, 2, wore a red and white Monaco soccer jersey to a garden party with his parents today, his first public outing since last year.
Sporting his red and white team colors, the young prince attended the party to celebrate the principality’s record eighth French football league championship.
He wore a personalized jersey with his name emblazoned on the back, “with his long blonde hair tied back in a budding ponytail,” one attendee tells People. They added that the little royal “fit right in,...
- 5/22/2017
- by Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
Image Source: Getty / Anwar Hussein Or should we say infamous? All-consuming passion, illicit liaisons, bitter breakups, heartbreak, and true love - over the centuries, royal history has had it all. And because of the nature of monarchy, everything has been acted out on a much larger scale. Love letters were burned or placed in a museum and jewels handed out like gas station flowers while countless people were affected. Whether they have gone down in history for the scale of their love or the size of their scandal, we take a look at the top 10 royal couples who have captured our imaginations throughout the ages. RelatedScandals That Will Change the Way You Think About the Royals Prince Charles and Camilla Parker-Bowles The relationship between Charles and Camilla got off to a flying start when the pair were both age 23 and met at a polo match. They started a relationship, but...
- 5/4/2017
- by Marcia Moody
- Popsugar.com
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip's nearly 70-year marriage has been the subject of such speculation that their early days as a couple have been turned into a new Netflix series, The Crown. Although most people know the basics about how the royal couple fell in love, there's a surprising, little-known tidbit that we sometimes forget: Queen Elizabeth and the duke of Edinburgh are cousins. They share the same great-great-grandparents, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, who were first cousins themselves. Although that might seem odd today, it was a fairly common practice for the royals back then since many marriages were done to increase influence in state affairs or to ally with foreign powers. Regardless of their familial relation, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip's love story is one for the ages. RelatedA Look at Charming Prince Philip Through the Years When Elizabeth's father, King George VI, visited a...
- 5/4/2017
- by Quinn Keaney
- Popsugar.com
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip on the balcony of Buckingham Palace in July 2015. Image Source: Getty / Max Mumby Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip will be celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary this year, which is a pretty amazing feat regardless of the fact that they're royalty. Whether you think you know a lot about the couple or are hankering for more details about their decades-long marriage, we've got a handful of facts about the royal couple that might surprise you. Related12 Things You Might Not Know About Queen Elizabeth II For starters, they're related. That's right: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip are actually second cousins once removed through King Christian IX of Denmark, and third cousins through their great-great-grandmother, Queen Victoria. Interestingly enough, Victoria married her first cousin, Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, in 1840. They met when Elizabeth was just a little girl. The future couple were...
- 5/4/2017
- by Brittney Stephens
- Popsugar.com
Sonja Morgan is revealing more names from her little black book.
The Real Housewives of New York City star shocked the internet this week when she confessed to once having a fling with Jack Nicholson, on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen. So, when she dropped by the Et studios with co-star Dorinda Medley, we got her to divulge one more famous man she’s been with.
“Tinsley [Mortimer] said her celebrity crush was Owen Wilson, and I thought she said she dated him,” Sonja spills. “I go, 'Oh! I dated him, too!' Out here [in Los Angeles]. Well, I met him in New York through some art friends, and then I also saw him while I was out here. Long time ago, a while ago.”
Watch: Meet Rhony’s Newest Star, Tinsley Mortimer
“Prince Albert, I mean they just keep poppin’ up,” Dorinda jumps in, citing Sonja’s fling with the Prince of Monaco.
But Sonja doesn...
The Real Housewives of New York City star shocked the internet this week when she confessed to once having a fling with Jack Nicholson, on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen. So, when she dropped by the Et studios with co-star Dorinda Medley, we got her to divulge one more famous man she’s been with.
“Tinsley [Mortimer] said her celebrity crush was Owen Wilson, and I thought she said she dated him,” Sonja spills. “I go, 'Oh! I dated him, too!' Out here [in Los Angeles]. Well, I met him in New York through some art friends, and then I also saw him while I was out here. Long time ago, a while ago.”
Watch: Meet Rhony’s Newest Star, Tinsley Mortimer
“Prince Albert, I mean they just keep poppin’ up,” Dorinda jumps in, citing Sonja’s fling with the Prince of Monaco.
But Sonja doesn...
- 4/21/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
Double the baby joy? Double the caffeine!
Monaco’s Prince Albert is sharing his best advice for raising twins with George Clooney, who is expecting twins with wife Amal Clooney.
“Strong coffee and easy reading,” the royal dad of two tells People.
“George should pour himself a good cup of coffee each morning,” says the prince, whose royal twins Princess Gabriella and Prince Jacques are in the middle of their “terrible twos.”
“I know that sounds pretty standard but it’s really, really important,” he says.
And before Clooney’s twins arrive, Albert recommends the actor familiarize himself with his new role by reading up.
Monaco’s Prince Albert is sharing his best advice for raising twins with George Clooney, who is expecting twins with wife Amal Clooney.
“Strong coffee and easy reading,” the royal dad of two tells People.
“George should pour himself a good cup of coffee each morning,” says the prince, whose royal twins Princess Gabriella and Prince Jacques are in the middle of their “terrible twos.”
“I know that sounds pretty standard but it’s really, really important,” he says.
And before Clooney’s twins arrive, Albert recommends the actor familiarize himself with his new role by reading up.
- 4/21/2017
- by Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
Sonja Morgan played a game of "Would Morgan Date Him?" and ended up spilling quite a bit about her dating life.
While on Thursday's Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, the Real Housewives of New York City star claimed that she had a fling with Jack Nicholson back in the day. "He's so much fun!" she shared.
Exclusive: Ramona Singer Dishes on Rhony Newbie Tinsley Mortimer -- Why She Calls Her ‘Bambi!’
Comedian Michael Rapaport was also on the show and upon hearing this, exclaimed, "Whoa, whoa, whoa! Andy, don't let this go!"
Cohen then asked if she actually dated the 79-year-old actor, of which she replied, "Who hasn't? Don't forget how old I am and don't forget those days before cell phones-- those old answering machines."
"Did you have more than one night with him?" the late-night host further inquired. "Would you stop going into the lovers, the hookups? Nobody nails down...
While on Thursday's Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, the Real Housewives of New York City star claimed that she had a fling with Jack Nicholson back in the day. "He's so much fun!" she shared.
Exclusive: Ramona Singer Dishes on Rhony Newbie Tinsley Mortimer -- Why She Calls Her ‘Bambi!’
Comedian Michael Rapaport was also on the show and upon hearing this, exclaimed, "Whoa, whoa, whoa! Andy, don't let this go!"
Cohen then asked if she actually dated the 79-year-old actor, of which she replied, "Who hasn't? Don't forget how old I am and don't forget those days before cell phones-- those old answering machines."
"Did you have more than one night with him?" the late-night host further inquired. "Would you stop going into the lovers, the hookups? Nobody nails down...
- 4/20/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
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