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Prince William and Kate Middleton Shine at Royal Variety Performance
The Prince and Princess of Wales stole the show at the Royal Variety Performance last week, exuding elegance and charm.
Kate, a mother of three, looked absolutely stunning in a dazzling green Jenny Packham gown, which she cleverly recycled for the occasion.
Meanwhile, Prince William was dapper in a velvet blue tuxedo jacket and bow tie.
Their impeccable appearance was not the only highlight of the evening, as the couple seemed to be in high spirits throughout the event.
In a sweet moment captured on camera, Catherine was seen cracking a joke at her husband's expense.
After the performance, which featured captivating sets by Ed Sheeran and Sir Rod Stewart, the royal couple mingled with the performers and other attendees.
As they engaged in conversations, William suddenly experienced a small coughing fit.
Undeterred, he continued chatting while his aides rushed to get him a glass of water.
Amusingly, Catherine turned to her husband, teasingly suggesting that his tickly throat was a result of excessive singing.
This playful banter is nothing new for the royal couple, who often engage in lighthearted ribbing, particularly at each other's expense.
Prior to the show, Prince William and Princess Catherine, along with the Swedish royals, met with performers and representatives from the Royal Variety Charity.
This organization provides support and assistance to individuals in the entertainment industry who are in need.
Outside the venue, excited crowds gathered, eagerly awaiting the arrival of the royal couple.
Catherine and William appeared cheerful and showed no signs of turmoil, despite a challenging week for the royal family.
The publication of Endgame, a Dutch edition, allegedly revealed remarks made by two unnamed royals about Archie's skin color.
However, the couple's red carpet appearance indicated that Prince William is providing unwavering support to his wife during these trying times.
Their presence on the red carpet showcased a different side of the Prince of Wales.
His gestures appeared intentional as he proudly presented his beautiful wife to the world.
While guiding her with a gentle hand, he also extended his arm and hand in a romantic gesture of support, which Catherine graciously accepted, reciprocating with a grateful smile.
In light of the insults and rumors from Scobie's book, the couple's regal approach now reveals a more emotionally revealing and human side of their shared love.
Observing their body language, it becomes evident that they are defying negative comments, such as being labeled as dull or likened to Stepford wives.
Catherine appears slightly vulnerable, displaying less of her usual statuesque posture on the red carpet.
However, her smile radiates warmth as she engages in deeper eye contact with William than before.
During the event, William and Catherine had the opportunity to chat with Daphne Self, one of the world's oldest working supermodels.
The princess complimented the 95-year-old on her silver dress with red feather cuffs, expressing her admiration.
Self responded by remarking on Catherine's height, to which the princess playfully joked, “I'm quite tall, and I have high heels on, so I'm cheating.”
This UK visit served as a royal reunion for the couples.
Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel were guests at Prince William and Princess Catherine's wedding in 2011.
In 2018, the Swedish royals returned the favor by showing their British friends around their home country.
During their time together, the Swedish royals even took a turn behind the bar, with the future queen pouring herself a draft beer and taking a sip at the Three Blackbirds pub in Newmarket.