Prince William receives heartfelt Father's Day tribute from his children
It comes a day after George, 11, Louis, seven, and their sister Charlotte, 10, joined their parents and other members of the royal family for the Trooping the Colour ceremony.
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Kate Middleton channels Queen Elizabeth II in a 'history repeating itself' moment at Trooping the Colour
The Princess of Wales channelled the late Queen Elizabeth II at yesterday's Trooping the Colour. Kate, 43, accompanied members of the Royal Family for the annual parade before observing a flypast on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, London, to mark King Charles 's official birthday. During the parade, photographers captured Kate glancing to her side in an image that carries a striking resemblance to one taken of the late monarch during Trooping the Colour in 2018. That year, Elizabeth welcomed her family to the procession to celebrate her 92nd birthday. In the similar photographs, Elizabeth and Kate are seen both enjoying the Horse Guards Parade while sitting inside a carriage and beaming towards their side. The royal's outfits also resembled each other, with Kate's turquoise Catherine Walker dress coat mirroring the bright blue tone of Elizabeth's outfit in 2018. Royal fans took to X to marvel at the similarities, with one commenting, 'History repeating itself'. A second wrote, 'Wow! Two wonderful much beloved ladies.' Another added, 'One for the history books.' Meanwhile, Kate also paid a poignant tribute to Princess Diana at Trooping the Colour yesterday, donning a striking coat dress by the late royal's favourite designer - and echoing one of her most memorable looks from the early '90s. Royal watchers were quick to draw comparisons between Kate's refined ensemble and the tailored Catherine Walker suit worn by Prince William's mother during her official visit to New Delhi in 1992. Both outfits featured the same crisp white and turquoise colour palette and sleek silhouette, evoking the timeless elegance that defined Diana's style legacy. Catherine Walker was a go-to fashion house for her, and the Princess of Wales has followed suit in recent years, regularly stepping out in bespoke pieces from the British label. The designer's enduring link to the royal family and its polished aesthetic makes it a natural choice for Kate. The visual tribute didn't stop at the clothing. In a detail that delighted royal fans, Kate also opted for a cherished accessory with a storied royal provenance - the Bahrain pearl drop earrings, originally gifted to the then-Princess Elizabeth in 1947 by the Hakim of Bahrain as a wedding present. The jewellery, which feature a diamond stud and suspended Art Deco-style diamonds ending in two Bahrain-sourced pearls, has become a symbol of royal continuity across generations. Diana was the first to wear the earrings after the Queen, having borrowed them as early as 1982 - a year after she herself became a royal bride. She often paired them with the Queen Mary's Lover's Knot Tiara, a piece now closely associated with the Princess of Wales, who continues to wear the tiara at formal state occasions. Kate has worn the pearl earrings several times since Queen Elizabeth II's passing in 2022, signalling both personal respect and royal tradition. 'Pearls are one of the very few jewellery items you can wear in mourning and are inextricably linked with Queen Elizabeth and her personal jewellery legacy,' royal jewellery expert Bethan Holt previously told People. The nod to both Diana and the late Queen was widely interpreted as a deliberate gesture, designed to underline the Princess of Wales's role as a bridge between the monarchy's past and future. Kate's decision to wear Catherine Walker for such a high-profile event was no surprise. She has often gravitated towards the label's sleek tailoring and understated colour palettes, much like Diana before her. One of the most notable early examples came in 1987, when Diana coordinated in a matching Catherine Walker look with a young Prince William for an Easter Sunday service. Now, nearly four decades later, William stood alongside his wife as she paid homage to the mother-in-law she never met but whose influence continues to shape her public image. And Princess Charlotte joined her mother in paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth. Kate's only daughter rewore a brooch she first wore to her great-grandmother's funeral. The young royal, ten, pinned the historic Diamond Horseshoe brooch to the front of her light blue dress for her grandfather King Charles's birthday parade. The brooch, which has been in the Royal Family for generations, had been a gift from her 'Gan-Gan' the Queen, and was a fitting nod to Her Majesty's love of horses. Trooping the Colour is one of the most significant ceremonial events in the royal calendar. Dating back to the 17th century, the annual parade marks the Sovereign's official birthday and showcases the full spectacle of British pageantry. The event features over 1,400 soldiers, 200 horses, and 400 musicians, culminating in a Royal Air Force flypast watched by senior royals from the Buckingham Palace balcony. More than just a spectacle, Trooping the Colour serves as a public reaffirmation of the monarchy's continuity and presence - a role Kate is increasingly stepping into with grace and poise.
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Sam Thompson and Louis Tomlinson hold 'peace dinner' ahead of Soccer Aid match
Sam Thompson and Louis Tomlinson are said to have officially buried the hatchet ahead of this year's Soccer Aid match. The podcast host, 32, and One Direction superstar, 33, have been training together for the charity game this weekend at Old Trafford in Manchester. Sam and Louis join the likes of Tom Grennan, Bella Ramsey, Wayne Rooney, and Jill Scott as the England team takes on World XI FC to raise vital funds for UNICEF. And while fundraising is, of course, the main focus of the event, there has been quiet drama simmering on the sidelines that has also captured fans' attention. You'll remember that Sam was dating former Love Islander Zara McDermott, 28, for five years before shocking everyone by calling it quits last December. Pop star Louis then struck up an unlikely romance with the documentary maker, and they've been spotted on several cosy dates and blissful getaways in recent months. And while everyone was eager for a showdown between Sam and Louis as they both took to the pitch in the name of Soccer Aid, reports claim the pair are keen to avoid anything of the sort. According to The Sun, Zara's ex and her new lover held somewhat of a peace dinner before kick-off. The meal allegedly took place at Champneys in Tring, Herts, with other teammates present. A source told the publication: 'There is no beef between the pair, and they're both going to ensure their love lives don't distract from such a big charity spectacle. 'They are fully aware that their every move is being scrutinised, and they've broken bread with their teammates, so it'll be smooth sailing on the day.' Louis last played for Soccer Aid several years ago, so he's keen to make a strong comeback. He said after his signing was confirmed for the England team: 'Manchester! It's about 10 years since I last turned out for Soccer Aid, so I thought it was about time I returned to the pitch.' Meanwhile, Sam has been ruled out of any pitch action due to injuries he acquired last week during his five-day Soccer Aid challenge. The intense Match Ball Mission saw Sam run and cycle a total of 260 miles from London to Manchester, raising over £1.5million for UNICEF. Alas, Sam has now been forced to take a backseat and help out with Soccer Aid management due to his legs 'falling apart'. He told This Morning a few days ago: 'I'm still very sore, still got the torn calf… I'm not going to be able to run around. You now have me as part of the management team. Come on, England!' He explained that he'll be coaching from the sidelines along with Vicky McClure and Tyson Fury, which allows him to still 'put [his] two pence in'. 'I will still get to be part of it all.' Sam's withdrawal comes after he was quizzed on coming face-to-face with 1D star Louis for the first time since their love lives crossed paths. Speaking on his Staying Relevant podcast, which he hosts with Pete Wicks, Sam explained to his best pal that the unexpected topic from a journalist made him 'sweat'. Sam told Pete of the incident: 'At the end of the interview, he goes, 'Look, mate, I've got to ask the question that everyone wants to know; this is sort of the big question, really, the elephant in the room. What's it going to be like with you and Louis? Obviously he's doing Soccer Aid too.' 'Mate, you should have seen the room. It was silent, and then everyone goes, 'Woah, Woah, Woah, end the call! End the call!' and I have just gone, 'No, no, guys, I've got this, I've got this.' I held my hands up to say, 'Just relax'.' Laughing as he recalled the chaotic moment, Sam said his PR was 'panicking' as, despite putting on a bravado, the reality star actually had no idea what was about to come from his mouth. Thankfully, Sam was able to string a coherent response together and emphasise what really matters with Soccer Aid. 'I think I did alright, and I meant everything I said as well, that it's not about me or Louis or who anyone is dating; it's f**king Unicef and charity, and everyone is going to be there for the exact same reason,' he said. 'And if [Louis] has anything about him, which I've heard he does, he's going to sit there and say the exact same thing.' Pete applauded him for handling the potentially uncomfortable situation with grace, sarcastically asking whether he shed tears once the call ended. 'I came off, and I wasn't far off that [crying], and I didn't realise I was sweating so hard I had sweat patches under my arms,' Sam said. 'You know when you're sweating buckets? And I turned around to our PR and was like, 'Was that OK?'' To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video The I'm A Celeb 2023 winner also echoed the charitable sentiments in an interview with MailOnline, adding that he felt 'absolutely fine' despite the swirling headlines. More Trending 'It's going to be a beautiful, special day, and we are both playing together for such a great cause, and all of us taking part in this are in it for the same reason.' Sam is now thought to be dating ex-Love Island star Samie Elishi, while Louis and Zara were first papped together a couple of months ago. An insider previously told The Sun that the Silver Tongues hitmaker 'absolutely charmed her'. 'It's clear he thinks she's drop-dead gorgeous too.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. 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