Kate Absent from Order of Garter Service Following Trooping the Colour Attendance
The monarch and their partner led a ceremony for the historical Order of the Garter, with the Princess of Wales missing in action after participating in Trooping the Colour over the weekend.
Both Kate and the King have been receiving treatment for cancer.
The Duke of York, a member of the order, also skipped the service after withdrawing from public life due to controversy surrounding his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Order of Garter Ceremony
Amid pleasant weather, the members of the Order of the Garter paraded through Windsor Castle’s grounds for the annual service honoring England’s oldest and most distinguished knighthood order, established in 1348 by Edward III.
During the event, one of the guards accidentally fell backward at a certain point.
New Companions of the Order
Notable composer Andrew Lloyd Webber was among the recently appointed Companions of the Order, consecrated during the service at St George’s Chapel.
Lord Lloyd Webber, known for musicals like The Phantom Of The Opera and Cats, attended a private recognition ceremony in the Garter Throne Room within the castle earlier in the day.
The Duchess of Gloucester was also honored as a Royal Lady of the Garter, with Lord Kakkar, emeritus surgery professor at University College London, and Air Chief Marshal the Lord Peach being instated as Knight Companions.
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Royal Procession Featuring Princess Anne and Vice Admiral Tim Laurence
The Princess Royal and Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence. Pic: PA
The Prince of Wales, Princess Royal, and Duke of Edinburgh were part of the order, with Charles and Camilla following tradition in white plumed hats and dark blue velvet robes, at the rear of the procession. Other members also dressed similarly.
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Queen Camilla at St George’s Chapel. Pic: PA
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The royal procession was met with hundreds of eager spectators along the route, marking the beginning of a hectic schedule for the monarchy. The upcoming events include the King and Queen’s attendance at Royal Ascot and a state visit from Japan’s Emperor shortly after.
