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Prince George Christening – Update

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Ahead of Prince George’s christening, here are some things to watch:

  • People is reporting that Prince Harry’s girlfriend, Cressida Bonas, has not been invited to the intimate family affair despite reports to the contrary over the weekend. In fact, other sources are reporting that none of the couple’s siblings have plus one invites.
  • Significant others are not the only ones being left off the guest list, The Telegraph is reporting that the Yorks (Duke of York, Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie); the Wessexes (Earl of Wessex,  Countess of Wessex, and their children);  Peter Phillips, Autumn Kelly, and their children; and the Princess Royal, who is in Canada, were all left off the guest list to make room for the couple’s friends.
  • Kensington Palace confirmed yesterday that the official photographer for the event will be Hollywood photographer, Jason Bell. His work is currently showcased at the National Gallery where the Duchess of Cambridge serves as a patron.
  • According to Express, all the public will hear and see about the christening will be the official photographs and a brief statement by the Cambridges on Thursday.
Photo Source: Express

Photo Source: Express

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Cressida’s Big Invite

Photo Courtesy of kpopstarz.com

Photo Courtesy of kpopstarz.com

 

Rumors are swirling that Prince Harry’s girlfriend of 18 months has landed an invite to Prince George’s christening on October 23rd. According to the DailyMail, Cressida Bonas, is hesitant about being in the spotlight and one source close to the couple said, ‘She’s very, very nervous, about everything, but Prince Harry is being very protective of her and wants her there.’ Her invitation to join the Queen and other senior royals is a sign that the royal family has accepted them as an official item.

Also of note, Pippa Middleton is expected to attend with her boyfriend, Nico Jackson, and James Middleton will be accompanied by his girlfriend, Donna Air.

 

Pippa and Nico in St. Moritz, Switzerland (March 2013)

Pippa and Nico in St. Moritz, Switzerland (March 2013)

James and Donna at the Serpentine Summer Garden Party (June 2013)

James and Donna at the Serpentine Summer Garden Party (June 2013)

 

 

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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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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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