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Oct 16 2013
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Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George, Prince William

Prince George’s Christening Details Revealed!

Prince George will be christened on October 23 at 3pm in the Chapel Royal at St. James’s Palace, Kensington Palace confirmed today. The Archbishop of Canterbury will perform the baptism, which is expected to last about 45 minutes. The future heir to the throne will be dressed in a replica of the lace and satin christening gown made for Queen Victoria’s eldest daughter, Victoria, in 1841. The Earl and Countess of Wessex’s son Viscount Severn became the first royal baby to wear the new robe at his christening in 2008.

Official Photo from the Earl and Countess of Wessex's son Viscount Severn christening (2008)

Official photo from the Earl and Countess of Wessex’s son Viscount Severn christening (2008)

Neither the guest list nor the names of the six godparents were released. Reports have been swirling about who these yet to be named godparents are – Prince Harry, Pippa Middleton, Fergus Boyd, and Emilia d’Erlanger are all names that have been mentioned.

Official photos will be taken after the ceremony. A picture of the Queen and all three future monarchs – Prince Charles, Prince William, and Prince George – will be released. According to the BBC, the last time this happened was at the christening of the future Edward VIII in 1894 showed the royal baby with his father, George V; grandfather, Edward VII; and great-grandmother, Queen Victoria.

Queen Victoria and Three Future Monarchs (1894)

Queen Victoria and three future monarchs (1894)

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Aug 19 2013
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New Family Photos: The Cambridges

Breaking with tradition, Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge opted to have their first family portraits taken by a family member and not an official photographer.  The Duchess’ father, Michael Middleton, took the photos in early August at the Middleton family home in Bucklebury. Even their dog, Lupo, and the Middletons’ retriever, Tilly, joined in on the fun!

(Michael Middleton/Kensington Palace)

(Michael Middleton/Kensington Palace)

(Michael Middleton/Kensington Palace)

(Michael Middleton/Kensington Palace)

The release of the new family photos coincides with Prince William’s first full interview since becoming a father.  He sat down with CNN’s Mark Foster to discuss fatherhood and his future in an interview that will air in the US on September 15th. Here is an excerpt from an article promoting the interview on CNN.com:

“For me, Catherine and now little George are my priorities — and Lupo,” the prince said with a smile. Thankfully Lupo, the couple’s Cocker Spaniel, seems to be on board with the new addition to the family.

“He’s coping all right, actually. As a lot of people know who have got dogs and bringing a newborn back, they take a little bit of time to adapt, but he’s been all right so far. He’s been slobbering around the house a bit, so he’s perfectly happy.”

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Aug 15 2013
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Happy Birthday Anne, Princess Royal!

Princess Anne (Ian Jones)

Princess Anne

The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh’s only daughter and second child turns 63 today.

A young Princess Anne

A young Princess Anne

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Aug 12 2013
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New Family Photos to be Released

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A palace told PEOPLE that Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge may release family photos of Prince George instead of unveiling a professional portrait. These personal family shots may be released as early as this week. More formal photos are expected to be taken around the time of Prince George’s christening this fall.

The Duchess and Prince George have remained at the Middleton family home while Prince William returned to work back in Wales this past week.

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Aug 08 2013
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Happy Birthday Princess Beatrice!

According to Britain’s Daily Mail, Princess Beatrice will ring in her 25th birthday with a bash to rival all others. The 100 person guest list includes the likes of Pippa Middleton, Robbie Williams, Richard Branson, and of course members of the Royal Family. The Argentina-themed party will reportedly take place today at Royal Lodge in Windsor Great Park for an evening of games to be followed by a big dinner. According to the Mail, there is also speculation that her boyfriend of six years, American,Dave Clark, may use this event to announce an engagement.

Princess Beatrice, Dave Clark (Photos courtesy of HELLO!)

Princess Beatrice, Dave Clark
(Photos courtesy of HELLO!)

 

(Full Daily Mail article here)

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Aug 05 2013
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News from Monaco – Charlotte Casiraghi is Pregnant!

Charlotte Casiraghi, daughter of Princess Caroline of Monaco, celebrated her 27th birthday on August 3rd; however, that isn’t the only thing she is celebrating…news is that Casiraghi is expecting her first child with Gad Elmaleh, her 41-year old boyfriend of 18 months. HELLO! magazine sparked rumors of a pregnancy back at the beginning of July when Casiraghi was spotted with a rounded tummy at a jumping event in Monaco (article here).

Photo courtesy of HELLO!

Photo courtesy of HELLO! (July 2013)

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Aug 03 2013
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Prince William Finds Moment of Respite

Prince William made his first public appearance today since the birth of his son, Prince George. He played in the annual Audi Polo Challenge at Coworth Park, Ascot, Berkshire, with his brother, Prince Harry.

Prince William and Prince Harry arrive at the Audi Polo Challenge (August 3, 2013)

Prince William and Prince Harry arrive at the Audi Polo Challenge (August 3, 2013)

Prince William revealed that he wasn’t too focused on the game, despite scoring the winning goal for his team – “I was in baby mode out there, thinking about nappies, I wasn’t really in the zone,” and added that it was, “good to get out of the house” for the afternoon. Living with his in-laws and his newborn son, one can imagine that an afternoon off was much needed.

Prince William and Prince Harry stand with teammates Mark Tomlinson (second left) and Luke Tomlinson (second right)

Prince William and Prince Harry stand with teammates Mark Tomlinson (second left) and Luke Tomlinson (second right)

The second in line to the throne is currently on paternity leave but is expected to return to work sometime next week. An announcement on his future plans- whether he plans to stay in the Royal Air Force or take on more royal duties- is expected within the next few months.

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