In an unexpected turn of events, the Sussexes have been removed from the prestigious Royal Variety Performance in Wales.
However, this hasn’t dampened the spirits of Prince William and Princess Catherine, who are set to embark on a royal double date to see the iconic Cher perform.
On Thursday, the Prince and Princess of Wales made the exciting announcement that they will be attending the Royal Variety Performance on November 30th.
Joining them for this special occasion will be Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel of Sweden.
This promises to be a memorable evening at London’s renowned Royal Albert Hall.
The Royal Variety Performance is an annual show that brings together talented performers from various fields.
This year, Swedish pop star Zara Larsson will grace the stage, adding to the excitement of the evening.
The event will also serve as a reunion for William, Kate, Victoria, and Daniel, strengthening the bond between the two royal families and their respective countries.
This grand show is organized in support of the Royal Variety Charity, which has Queen Elizabeth as its patron.
The funds raised during the event go towards assisting entertainers across the UK who may be facing difficulties due to old age, illness, or challenging circumstances.
The Prince and Princess of Wales have been regular attendees at the Royal Variety Performance, showcasing their support for the charitable cause.
Their last appearance at the event was in November 2021.
Remarkably, this tradition dates back to 1921 when King George V became the first royal to attend the theatrical extravaganza.
Following the show, it is expected that Princess Kate, Prince William, and their Swedish counterparts will have the opportunity to meet some of the performers backstage.
This will mark William and Kate’s fifth appearance at the Royal Variety Performance, with their previous attendance being in 2021.
On that occasion, the Princess captivated everyone with her stunning green sequined Jenny Packham gown.
Last year, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh graced the event as the royal guests.
Additionally, William and Kate embarked on a tour of Sweden and Norway in 2018, during which they formed a close bond with Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel.
The royal ladies share similar interests, particularly in their work to combat social isolation and promote good health among children and young people in Sweden.
While Meghan Markle and Prince Harry enjoyed an evening at the Central London Theatre for the glamorous event in 2018, they will not be able to attend this year’s festivities.
As they have stepped back from their roles as working royals, their eligibility for such royal events has ceased.
It is worth noting that they were never invited to major Hollywood or royalty-related functions.
Richard Eden, in his Palace Confidential newsletter, suggests that Meghan’s decision to distance herself from Britain has caused her to forfeit a life of genuine celebrity.
Eden highlights the contrast between Meghan walking the red carpet in Los Angeles, seeking media attention, and Catherine stealing the show in a striking scarlet cape coat while greeting South Korean President Yoon Suk-gil during his state visit to Britain.
According to Eden, Meghan now finds herself in a position where success is no longer within her control.
The article concludes by emphasizing the stark difference between Meghan’s current situation and her earlier days as a working royal.
Once the star of the show, she now finds herself just another celebrity waiting to be interviewed by reporters.
It is a far cry from the days when she was the one being sought after by stars and dignitaries alike.