Royal News Roundup: Another Birthday, Another Book and Another Pic of Princess Charlotte

Published Aug 12, 2021

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Here, all the royal news you need to know for the week of August 12, 2021.

Over the weekend, Kate Middleton and Prince William treated us to another snap of one of their kids. This time around, royal followers were given a gorgeous shot of Princess Charlotte (6), who is seen sporting a blue and pink outfit while looking down at a red admiral butterfly in her hands (and we can't get over how grown up she looks).
This week, Prince Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles offered a rare view inside Clarence House. The residence—which has previously been inhabited by Prince William, Prince Harry and even Queen Elizabeth—is the official abode for the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall. In this new slideshow, we're treated to a wide view of the Morning Room, as well as a look at how it has changed over the years.
Sarah “Fergie” Ferguson recently sat for an interview with Radio 4’s Front Row and revealed that she has signed another book deal with her publisher, Mills & Boon. Ferguson didn’t discuss any specific details about her next narrative, but there’s a good chance it will be similar to Her Heart for a Compass.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have lived in a handful of places—the U.K., Canada and California. However, they apparently considered New Zealand before making their permanent move to Los Angeles. According to the country’s governor-general, Patsy Reddy, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex inquired about moving to the country during their royal tour of Australia and New Zealand in 2018.

This week, Prince Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles offered a rare view inside Clarence House. The residence—which has previously been inhabited by Prince William, Prince Harry and even Queen Elizabeth—is the official abode for the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall. In this new slideshow, we're treated to a wide view of the Morning Room, as well as a look at how it has changed over the years.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have lived in a handful of places—the U.K., Canada and California. However, they apparently considered New Zealand before making their permanent move to Los Angeles. According to the country’s governor-general, Patsy Reddy, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex inquired about moving to the country during their royal tour of Australia and New Zealand in 2018.

Recently, a report pointed out that Queen Letizia of Spain seemed to be taking a style tip from Kate Middleton. When the queen was spotted leaving dinner with her family, Express noticed that she was wearing a pair of black Castañer Carina 80 wedges to go with her maxi dress, and these shoes are the same ones that Middleton has sported in the past.
Princess Beatrice celebrated her 33rd birthday and the moment was marked with some special posts on Instagram. The royal's mom, Sarah Ferguson, posted an image of flowers and said, “Happy birthday my magical Beatrice.” Meanwhile, her husband, the ever-romantic Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, posted a selfie of himself and Princess Beatrice on the beach, with a caption that said, “Happy Birthday my love. I love you with all my heart.” And we can’t forget to mention the amazing slideshow that was uploaded by her sister, Princess Eugenie.
Kate Middleton and Prince William aren’t the only ones sending messages of congratulations to Team Great Britain after the Olympics. Princess Anne also released a personal statement praising the athletes’ “magnificent performance.” The full message was shared on the official royal family website, while a portion of it was posted on Instagram.
Queen Elizabeth recently arrived at Balmoral Castle to kick off her annual summer break. Her Majesty was welcomed with a small ceremony and participated in an inspection of the Balaklava Company, 5 Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland. At one point, she was even met by a very regal Shetland pony named Corporal Cruachan IV.

Princess Beatrice celebrated her 33rd birthday and the moment was marked with some special posts on Instagram. The royal's mom, Sarah Ferguson, posted an image of flowers and said, “Happy birthday my magical Beatrice.” Meanwhile, her husband, the ever-romantic Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, posted a selfie of himself and Princess Beatrice on the beach, with a caption that said, “Happy Birthday my love. I love you with all my heart.” And we can’t forget to mention the amazing slideshow that was uploaded by her sister, Princess Eugenie.

Kate Middleton and Prince William aren’t the only ones sending messages of congratulations to Team Great Britain after the Olympics. Princess Anne also released a personal statement praising the athletes’ “magnificent performance.” The full message was shared on the official royal family website, while a portion of it was posted on Instagram.

Queen Elizabeth recently arrived at Balmoral Castle to kick off her annual summer break. Her Majesty was welcomed with a small ceremony and participated in an inspection of the Balaklava Company, 5 Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland. At one point, she was even met by a very regal Shetland pony named Corporal Cruachan IV.

Melissa McCarthy recently starred in a Meghan Markle birthday video and now she’s spilling all of the behind-the-scenes details. The 50-year-old comedian is opening up about the footage and how the idea came to be. “[Meghan] said, ‘Let's do it in a fun way and see if we can drum up more people helping more women kind of get back into the workforce,’” McCarthy revealed.
This week, the Duchess of York made a special appearance on the Australian radio station KIIS 1065. During the interview, she was asked what Diana would have thought about Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s decision to step down as senior members of the royal family. Fergie stated that Diana would have been “very proud.”
On Wednesday, Prince Charles shared a throwback photo on the Clarence House Instagram account. The photograph, which was taken 70 years ago, features a young Charles playing in the grass with Princess Anne while his parents, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, sit on a blanket nearby.
This week, Queen Letizia was spotted with her daughters Princess Leonor (15) and Infanta Sofia (14) at a restaurant in Santa Catalina, Palma de Mallorca. During the outing, Queen Letizia wore an effortless kaftan dress by Dear Prudence that features black details and a tie waist. She completed the look with a pair of espadrille wedges from Oysho.

Melissa McCarthy recently starred in a Meghan Markle birthday video and now she’s spilling all of the behind-the-scenes details. The 50-year-old comedian is opening up about the footage and how the idea came to be. “[Meghan] said, ‘Let's do it in a fun way and see if we can drum up more people helping more women kind of get back into the workforce,’” McCarthy revealed.

This week, the Duchess of York made a special appearance on the Australian radio station KIIS 1065. During the interview, she was asked what Diana would have thought about Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s decision to step down as senior members of the royal family. Fergie stated that Diana would have been “very proud.”

This week, Queen Letizia was spotted with her daughters Princess Leonor (15) and Infanta Sofia (14) at a restaurant in Santa Catalina, Palma de Mallorca. During the outing, Queen Letizia wore an effortless kaftan dress by Dear Prudence that features black details and a tie waist. She completed the look with a pair of espadrille wedges from Oysho.

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