Royal News Roundup: Meghan Markle’s Surprise Appearance, a New Princess Diana Documentary & More

By Alexandra Hough

Published Nov 11, 2021

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Here, all the royal news you need to know for the week of November 11, 2021.

Clarence House recently shared an uplifting video on its official Instagram account, featuring the moment Prince Charles surprised a young Pride of Britain winner, Hassan Alkhawam. In the video, Alkhawam is greeted by a camera crew when he enters the Morning Room at Clarence House. Through tears, he asks, “Am I the winner?” Prince Charles confirms that he won the Young Achiever Award before offering him a seat. Alkhawam responds, “I can’t even stand up.”

Last week, Camilla Parker Bowles visited the set of the ITV series Grace, and while there, she was bundled up in a brilliant red and blue tartan coat with a crushed blue velvet collar and large buttons to match. A red floral brooch was also seen pinned to the coat. The Duchess of Cornwall stopped by the set because the crime drama is based on a series of books she had previously recommended through her book club, The Reading Room.

It seems like every week we learn a new tidbit about Princess Diana's teenage home, Althorp House. Charles Spencer, who currently owns the home, recently revealed that a new documentary will dive into the history of Althorp. The program, titled Ancient Secrets of Althorp with Charles Spencer, will air November 15 at 9 p.m. GMT in the U.K. on Channel 4.

To mark Princess Anne’s 50 years with the charity, Riding for the Disabled Association Incorporating Carriage Driving in the UK (RDAUK), the royal family shared a slideshow of photos on Instagram. The selection of photos show the Princess Royal's commitment to the organization over the last fifty years, and it's also an exciting journey from black-and-white snaps of the young princess to more modern-day shots.

Lady Kitty Spencer caught our attention in one of her latest Instagram posts with two gorgeous dresses she modeled down the streets of Italy, not only because they were stunning, but because they also seemed to channel her late aunt. “Fun in Florence with @luciodirosa & @dolcegabbana,” Spencer wrote in her caption.
Anyone in the market for a home with a bit of royal history should look no further. One of Prince Charles’s former homes—Brimpts Mead Estate—is officially on the market for the first time in three decades. Comprised of nine acres, the house, which is located in Dartmoor National Park in South West London, is currently on the market for $6.7 million.

Anyone in the market for a home with a bit of royal history should look no further. One of Prince Charles’s former homes—Brimpts Mead Estate—is officially on the market for the first time in three decades. Comprised of nine acres, the house, which is located in Dartmoor National Park in South West London, is currently on the market for $6.7 million.

On Tuesday, Prince William held an Investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle. The father of three announced the news in a photo on social media, which he accompanied with a personal statement. “Pleased to be back doing investitures in person, celebrating people across the U.K. who have gone above and beyond for their country and community,” the post’s caption read. He simply signed the note, “W.”
In recognition of Remembrance Day, which honors members of the Armed Forces who have died in the line of duty (think of it as the U.K. equivalent of Memorial Day), Queen Elizabeth (@TheRoyalFamily), Prince Charles (@ClarenceHouse), Kate Middleton and Prince William (@DukeandDuchessofCambridge) have all updated their profile photos on their social media accounts this week. And we can’t help but notice a common theme—each photo features the royals sporting the famous red poppy flower.
On Tuesday, Meghan Markle appeared on The New York Times DealBook Online Summit. During the event, she opened up about her relationship with the “toxic” media. “Firstly I would urge you not to read tabloids. Because I don't think that's healthy for anyone. Hopefully, one day they come with a warning label like cigarettes do. Like, 'This is toxic for your mental health.’”

In recognition of Remembrance Day, which honors members of the Armed Forces who have died in the line of duty (think of it as the U.K. equivalent of Memorial Day), Queen Elizabeth (@TheRoyalFamily), Prince Charles (@ClarenceHouse), Kate Middleton and Prince William (@DukeandDuchessofCambridge) have all updated their profile photos on their social media accounts this week. And we can’t help but notice a common theme—each photo features the royals sporting the famous red poppy flower.

Markle returned to New York yesterday with Prince Harry after visiting the city only a couple months ago. The pair attended the Salute to Freedom Gala hosted by the Intrepid Museum in order to present the Intrepid Valor Award to service members and veterans living with the invisible wounds of war. For the occasion, the Duchess of Sussex wore a bright red gown designed by Carolina Herrera's Creative Director, Wes Gordon.

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