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Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Princess Kate's the 'best thing for the Royal Family since Diana'
The Princess of Wales was met with a standing ovation at Wimbledon on Saturday, as she marked her first public engagement since she cancelled her Ascot appearance - and we asked if the Royal Family would be as popular without Kate Princess Kate received a standing ovation as she took her place in the Royal Box for the Wimbledon's women's singles final on Saturday - and we asked Mirror readers if the Royal Family would be as popular without the Princess of Wales. Tennis enthusiast Kate, patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, smiled and waved as she was met with a warm welcome on Centre Court. This marked Kate's first public engagement since she had to cancel her attendance at Ascot last month. It's understood she missed the event as part of her ongoing effort to find the right balance as she fully returns to public-facing engagements, just months after she announced her cancer was in remission. During her visit to Wimbledon, Kate met Lydia Lowe, a courageous eight year old who has faced her own health battles. The young girl, having sustained a brain injury in January 2024 that left her visually impaired and relearning basic actions like walking, talking, and eating, encouraged Kate with the words: "Don't be nervous, take deep breaths". As the Princess continues her cancer recovery with remarkable candour, recent royal outings have underscored just how central her presence has become to the monarchy's modern image. From the dazzling tiara sported at the glitzy state banquet at Windsor Castle for the French state visit, to the beautiful teal number sported at Trooping the Colour - it's clear that the public's fascination with the Firm is deeply entwined with hers. While Kate is widely admired for her classic and elegant fashion choices, she has also been praised for her refreshing candidness. This was evident when she spoke to staff and patients at Colchester Hospital, where she delved into her own personal experience with cancer for the first time, revealing much about her illness and recovery. We asked Mirror readers if the Royal Family would be as popular without Kate, and a whopping 78 percent said they would not. Around 21,023 people took part in our poll and a hefty 16,417 selected the option 'No, they wouldn't'. Voicing their thoughts in the comments section, one Scandinavian reader penned: "You are so lucky to have a very professional, clever and well-educated person as Princess of Wales. She is a princess of today! Compared to Mary [Denmark], Letizia [Spain], Mette Marit [Norway] and Victoria [Sweden], who all do a great job, but your Catherine is the born diplomat - and some of you underestimate her wisdom - and importance for Britain!" Another shared: "Kate is the best thing for the RF since Princess Diana," while a third wrote in another Mirror article: "Always elegant and charming. One the best royals." "I'm sorry to those who are anti-royal, but some, like the Prince and Princess of Wales, bring a lot to the table. They do a lot behind the scenes which is not reported on. They bring tourists from around the world here to London and they are ambassadors for the UK when they are aboard. Everyone has their own opinion but whatever your point of view be kind and respectful, because what you see on the outside is not always what goes on the inside," expressed a fourth. Meanwhile, 22 percent said the royals would still be as popular without Princess Kate, as reader stated: "This poll is not able to take into account that, if Catherine did not exist, someone equally attractive in appearance and personality could well be married to William. Catherine is understandably very popular, but so was Queen Elizabeth II before her - even more so. All the Monarchy needs is at least one very lovable main character every generation - and the others in the Family reliable and enthusiastic patriots for UK and the Commonwealth." Another voiced: "Neither of them ever got close to the most popular Royal in history, Diana. She was on a level Kate cannot dream of and that's from an anti-royalist. To be honest Kate can't reach that level because she's only popular with old women and royalists, she has no connection with the young or even the middle aged." "The RF survived before she came along and would do had she she is here though as she makes William happy," added a third. Do you think the Royal Family be as popular without Kate? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below. Please note that the poll is still live, so these results may change after the article has been published.
Business Insider
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
20 times Kate Middleton and Princess Charlotte wore coordinating outfits
Kate Middleton and Princess Charlotte often wear coordinating outfits in public. They have matched at royal events like Charlotte's christening and Prince Harry's wedding. Most recently, they both wore bow-adorned dresses at Wimbledon in July. There's nothing cuter than a mother-daughter matching moment — except for a royal mother-daughter matching moment. On Sunday, Kate Middleton, 43, and Princess Charlotte, 10, attended Wimbledon. They both wore dresses with bow detailing for the event, but it's far from the first time they've worn coordinating looks in public. Take a look at some of Kate and Charlotte's best matching looks from over the years. Kate Middleton matched Princess Charlotte for her christening. For Charlotte's 2015 christening, the Princess of Wales wore a white Alexander McQueen coatdress and a statement hat designed by Jane Taylor. Charlotte's pink dress complemented Kate's hat at Trooping the Colour in 2016. Charlotte wore a pink dress and shoes, as well as a pink barrette, to her first Trooping the Colour in June 2016. The ensemble coordinated with Kate's Philip Treacy hat, which she wore with a white dress. The pink hat popped next to Charlotte's ensemble. Later that year, the mom and daughter both wore blue for a visit to Canada. The duo stood out in white again for a 2016 ski trip. Soon after, they popped in shades of red together for Christmas 2016. Their outfits for Pippa Middleton's 2017 wedding complemented each other. Charlotte wore a white flower girl dress with a blush ribbon around her waist and a floral headpiece. Kate wore an Alexander McQueen hat and headpiece almost the same color as the belt on Charlotte's dress. Kate and Charlotte wore matching outfits on a 2017 trip to Poland and Germany. As they started the trip, Kate matched Charlotte and George in a blue A-line dress with button detailing on the waistline. Charlotte's floral dress and dark-blue shoes coordinated with her mother's dress, as did George's blue shirt and shorts. The pair wore pink together at Trooping the Colour in 2017. They opted for light-blue outfits at the 2018 event. When the royal family gathered for the 2018 Trooping the Colour, Kate wore a light-blue dress designed by Alexander McQueen. The dress had a square neckline and was cinched at the waist. Charlotte rocked a blue, floral dress that complemented her mother's ensemble. The duo both wore pale hues at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding in 2018. Kate's Alexander McQueen dress for the wedding was technically yellow, but it flowed seamlessly with Charlotte's white flower-girl dress. Meghan later revealed the flower-girl dresses were a source of tension between her and the Princess of Wales. Kate and Charlotte both wore pink, patterned dresses for a casual day in 2019. Charlotte's coat coordinated with Kate's accessories for their annual Christmas walk in 2019. Charlotte embraced the Christmas spirit in a deep-green jacket on the royal family's Christmas walk at Sandringham in 2019. The jacket coordinated with Kate's purse, shoes, and hat, which she wore with a gray, fuzzy coat. The mother and daughter wore the same shade of blue to an Easter service in April 2022. Kate wore an Emilia Wickstead coatdress to the service, which she had previously worn on a 2017 trip to Luxembourg. She paired the look with a darker blue hat and blue heels. Like her mother, Charlotte wore a bright-blue dress, though her Rachel Riley frock had a floral pattern and a Peter Pan collar. Her blue tights were also light blue, while her cardigan and Mary Janes were navy. Both Charlotte and Kate wore maroon coats to the 2022 "Together at Christmas" Carol Service. For the Carol Service, the Princess of Wales wore another of her signature coatdresses: a maroon, ankle-length piece from Epinone. Her shoes matched the dress. Charlotte also arrived in a maroon jacket with a fuzzy collar, which she paired with navy-blue tights. Charlotte's ensemble looked like a combination of her parents' outfits, as Prince William wore a blue suit and jacket with a maroon tie. The duo once again wore blue ensembles to a 2023 Easter service. The entire Wales family wore blue for the 2023 Easter service at Windsor Castle. Kate wore a recycled outfit for the event, donning a royal-blue Catherine Walker coatdress she previously wore to a Commonwealth Day service in 2022. A coordinating hat from Lock & Co., a blue purse, and nude heels completed the look. Charlotte wore a floral dress with a Peter Pan collar and puffy sleeves, pairing the spring frock with blue tights and Mary Janes. Kate and Charlotte wore navy and white ensembles at Trooping the Colour in June 2024. After months of public absence while undergoing chemotherapy, Kate attended her first royal engagement of 2024 at Trooping the Colour. She wore a white Jenny Packham dress with navy detailing on the high neckline and waist. A large bow popped on the neckline, and the Princess of Wales wore a matching blue and white hat designed by Philip Treacy. Charlotte's dress looked like a miniature, inverse version of her mother's. Her dress was navy with white detailing on the waist, sleeves, and neckline, and just like her mom's, it had a white bow on the neckline. The pair had a matching moment in red jackets at a Christmas celebration in December 2024. Kate and Charlotte had another twinning moment at the 2024 "Together at Christmas" carol service. Kate wore a red Alexander McQueen coat for the occasion, which had button detailing and a black bow at the neckline. She paired it with black boots. Charlotte also arrived in a red coat with buttons, which she paired with blue tights and black Mary Janes. Later the same month, they both wore green and blue tartan for their annual Christmas walk at Sandringham. Kate looked festive in an emerald green Alexander McQueen coat for the royal family's annual walk through Sandringham for Christmas in December 2024. She wore a coordinating hat, sported black boots, and carried a black purse, but the standout accessory of her look was a blue and green tartan scarf — which matched Charlotte's coat. Charlotte's coat had blue velvet on the collar, and she paired the statement piece with navy tights and black Mary Janes. They both popped in aquamarine at Trooping the Colour in June 2024. Kate's Catherine Walker coatdress had white detailing on the collar and sleeves. She wore a matching floral hat designed by Juliette Botterill with the bright dress, as well as an Irish Guards brooch. Charlotte's dress was a shade lighter than her mother's, but it also had white detailing on the neckline and waist. She also had a small pin on her dress. The princesses both wore dresses with bow detailing to Wimbledon in July 2025. Kate, William, George, and Charlotte attended the Wimbledon finals together in July 2025. The Princess of Wales wore a royal blue A-line dress with short sleeves and a bow-shaped ruffle on one shoulder. She also wore a bow pin. Charlotte's tea-length dress was white, though the bodice had ruffles trimmed with navy fabric. A bow sat on her waistline, mirroring the details on Kate's dress.
Mint
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Prince Louis skips Wimbledon as Kate Middleton, Prince William, Prince George and Princess Charlotte attend. Here's why
Prince Louis, aka the popular little naughty' Royal Prince, is yet to make his debut at Wimbledon, one of the royal family's favourite summer events. Many expected it to happen this year as Prince William and Kate Middleton surprised everyone by bringing Prince George and Princess Charlotte to the men's singles final on July 13. However, their youngest, Prince Louis, was noticeably missing, leaving the internet curious. Previously, Kensington Palace confirmed the royal couple's attendance. But fans were surprised to see George and Charlotte joining them too. At just 7 years old, Louis is still younger than his siblings were when they made their first appearance at Wimbledon. Prince George attended the game for the first time in 2022 at nearly 9 years old. On the other hand, Princess Charlotte followed in 2023 when she was 8. reported that Prince Louis might be too young to make his debut at Wimbledon. Instead of joining his family at the game, it is likely that Prince Louis spent the day at home, possibly with the royal's rusted nanny Maria Teresa Turrion Borrallo. He might have also spent some time with his grandparents, Carole and Michael Middleton, with whom he shares a close bond. Reacting to the royal family pictures from Wimbledon, one user wrote on X, formerly Twitter, "Where is the popular little naughty prince Louis." 'I (heart emoji) this family. Where is Prince Louis? He is so funny. I relate to him as the youngest in the family,' another one asked on the platform. Meanwhile, at the latest match, Prince William, Princess Kate, and their kids, Prince George and Princess Charlotte were seated in the prestigious Royal Box at Wimbledon's Centre Court. Usually, this area is reserved for adults due to limited seating, but royal children are sometimes allowed with special permission to join. Although Prince Louis wasn't there, he has been part of several big royal events in the past. He attended Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee in 2022. He was also snapped at King Charles' coronation in 2023. Louis is known for his cheerful and playful personality. Last month, during Trooping the Colour, he made fans smile with his excited waves and funny faces from the carriage ride and the Buckingham Palace balcony. While he adds fun wherever he goes, his older siblings, George and Charlotte, are often seen guiding him and helping him follow royal traditions in public.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Is Prince Louis not ready to attend Wimbledon matches? Here's what we know
Kate Middleton is a regular at Wimbledon. But in 2025, it is her youngest son and soon-to-be 7-year-old Prince Louis who stole the attention, not with his fun presence, but with his absence, especially since he has yet to make his debut at this prestigious event that draws global attention every summer. At Wimbledon 2025, Princess Kate attended without Prince Louis, who has yet to debut at the event. (Photo by Ben STANSALL / AFP)(AFP) After the Princess of Wales made her first solo appearance at Wimbledon amid loud cheers and applause, she was joined by her family on the second day. The royal family made their way to the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 13, 2025. While all eyes were quickly on them before the match, royal fans noticed that Prince William and Princess Kate were surprisingly joined only by Prince George and Princess Charlotte. However, Prince Louis was not present with them in the Royal Box, as reported by People. Also Read: Mother-daughter duo Kate Middleton and Princess Charlotte steal spotlight at Wimbledon Why might Prince George not be fit to attend Wimbledon yet? Royal fans are speculating about several possible reasons why Prince Louis might have missed Wimbledon 2025. The young royal is still younger than the age at which his siblings, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, made their debut. Prince George first joined his mom at the age of 8 and even got the opportunity to hold Novak Djokovic's trophy for a few moments. At the same age, his sister Princess Charlotte made her debut in 2023, where her presence and etiquette were admired, just like her mother's. So, the family may still feel that Prince Louis isn't quite ready to attend Wimbledon matches, which are lengthy and require a certain level of decorum from royal attendees. ALSO READ: Kate Middleton receives advice from brave girl, 8, who overcame brain injury at Wimbledon It's undeniable that fans are eagerly waiting for Prince Louis's Wimbledon debut, especially after he charmed the public with his cute antics at Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee celebrations, his grandfather King Charles's coronation, and even the recent Trooping the Colour event held last month. Kate Middleton's emotional return to Wimbledon 2025 Princess Kate has taken her responsibilities as patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club with great dedication. She hasn't missed Wimbledon since 2016, except in 2013 when she was pregnant with Prince George. However, her first appearance at the 2025 edition, for the women's final between Iga Swiatek and Amanda Anisimova, was an emotional one. According to the New York Post, Kate was met with a standing ovation, as the appearance was one of her first public outings since completing her preventative chemotherapy in September 2024. ALSO READ: Kate Middleton's stunning look at Wimbledon in all-white top and skirt serves timeless royal elegance. See pics FAQs Why wasn't Prince Louis at Wimbledon? Prince Louis is yet to make his debut at Wimbledon, and according to Pople, he is still too young to attend the long event. Who sat next to Princess Kate at Wimbledon? For the Wimbledon women's final in 2025, Princess Kate was seated next to American tennis legend Billie Jean King.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kate Middleton gets emotional as Wimbledon crowd stands up to cheer her return after cancer fight
Kate Middleton gets emotional as Wimbledon crowd stands up to cheer her return after cancer fight (Image Via X) On July 12, 2025, Princess Catherine, the Princess of Wales (formerly known as Kate Middleton), entered the women's singles final at Wimbledon's Centre Court in London. The crowd erupted, applauding and chanting. Surprise and warmth surrounded the air. She was clearly not prepared for such a response. She waved lightly, a soft smile formed, and her eyes widened. This was her first Wimbledon final visit since finishing cancer treatment. This brief moment held so much feeling and hope. Kate Middleton's emotional reception at Centre Court Princess Catherine, the Princess of Wales, entered the Royal Box at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on the afternoon of July 12, 2025, accompanied by club chair Debbie Jevans. As she descended the steps, the packed audience gave her a full standing ovation. — nypost (@nypost) The video, shared on Wimbledon's official X account, showed her smiling, waving, and even swallowing hard, an emotional gesture in front of thousands. At 43, dressed in cream and the club's purple-green ribbon, her gesture of gratitude in return was a simple nod of the head and a small wave, yet it spoke volumes. In the Royal Box, she greeted tennis legend Billie Jean King with a polite handshake after King curtseyed. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Our one of a kind Patented Cold Water Extraction Process Superior Ginseng Undo This public embrace showed how much the crowd has rooted for her journey from illness to health. Also Read: Kate Middleton's French State Banquet Look Has A Surprising Connection To Her Wedding Dress Princess Kate's cancer journey and return to duty Princess Catherine, the Princess of Wales, first shared her cancer diagnosis and chemotherapy journey in March 2024, explaining that after treatment, the recovery has been 'really, really difficult'. She described the emotional strain of coming off treatment: 'You put on a brave face… then it's like, 'I can crack on,' but actually… the phase afterwards is really difficult'. She marked her remission in January 2025 and gradually returned to public life at events such as Trooping the Colour and the French state dinner. Only six months later, her appearance at Wimbledon on July 12, 2025, as tournament patron saw her delivering the Venus Rosewater Dish to champion Iga Świątek and offering words of comfort to runner-up Amanda Anisimova. Her presence and compassion highlighted both her public role and personal strength. Her own narrative of bravery and recovery, ceremony, and sport came together in a touching moment. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
