Queen Camilla’s 76th birthday celebration, organized by King Charles, promises to be an extravagant affair.
The royal couple has pulled out all the stops to ensure that Her Majesty’s special day is marked in a truly unique manner.
A standout feature of the celebration will be a grand gun salute in London, a rare honor typically reserved for the King and Queen on their birthdays.
This year, however, it will also commemorate Queen Camilla’s milestone birthday.
The British Army, in a press release, revealed that the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery will fire a 41-gun Royal Salute at noon, while the Honourable Artillery Company will follow suit with a 62-gun Royal Salute from Tower Wharf at 1:00 PM on July 17, 2023.
The loud noise from the salutes has prompted warnings for dog walkers to steer clear of the area to prevent startling their furry companions.
Warm birthday wishes have poured in for Queen Camilla on social media, with the Prince and Princess of Wales, as well as the main Royal Family account, extending their greetings.
Prince William and Princess Kate shared a cheerful snapshot of Camilla at Wimbledon, capturing her infectious smile during a recent visit.
The official Royal Family Instagram account opted for a trio of images showcasing Her Majesty beaming with joy.
Despite being stripped of her Royal Highness title following her divorce from Andrew, Sarah Ferguson was notably invited to Queen Camilla’s birthday festivities.
Known for her support of the new monarchs, Ferguson has publicly praised King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla for their remarkable contributions to various causes, including environmental conservation and literacy promotion.
A Royal source disclosed that Camilla shares a genuine fondness for Sarah Ferguson, highlighting their shared interests in equestrian pursuits and their mutual status as gentry.
The source emphasized Ferguson’s strategic decision to align herself with Camilla and acknowledge her influential role alongside the King.
Despite any past differences, Ferguson’s inclusion in the birthday celebration signals a shift towards a more inclusive and modern approach to royal relations under King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
In contrast, the absence of Meghan and Harry from the guest list has sparked curiosity and speculation.
Queen Camilla reportedly harbors resentment towards Prince Harry for his unflattering portrayal of her in his memoir, “Spare,” released earlier this year.
At Royal Ascot, discussions in the Royal Enclosure revolved around the couple, with insiders suggesting that Camilla remains deeply hurt by Harry’s characterization of her as a wicked stepmother.
Sources close to Camilla reveal that she feels uneasy around Meghan and Harry, with whom she maintains a strained relationship.
Despite Charles’s unconditional love for Camilla, the Queen Consort prioritizes her well-being and reportedly prefers to distance herself from the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
The exclusion of Meghan and Harry from the birthday celebration further underscores the complexities and tensions within the royal family dynamics.