King Charles gave his first Christmas Day speech and his son and daughter-in-law the Prince and Princess of Wales were included, but not Prince Harry and Meghan Markle – here's why
December 25, 2022 - 15:47 GMT Rachel Avery It was a momentous day for King Charles, when his first ever Christmas Day speech was broadcast to the nation, one which he dedicated to his late mother Queen Elizabeth II.
The King included footage of his son the Prince of Wales alongside his wife the Princess of Wales, but his other son Prince Harry and his wife the Duchess of Sussex failed to get a mention – and here's why.A clip of the Waleses was used from their visit to St Thomas Church in Swansea in September, and this trip was part of their role as working members of the royal family.
The monarch started his speech by reflecting on how he was standing"so close to where my beloved mother, the late Queen, is laid to rest with my dear father" in the King George VI Memorial Chapel, and he thanked the British public and wider world for the"love and sympathy" expressed in special cards and heartfelt messages of condolence.
Princess Kate dedicated her annual Christmas carol service to Her Majesty, with a collection of photographs projected onto a piano during the concert.This Christmas will be our first without Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth," she said."Her Majesty held Christmas close to her heart, as a time that brought people together and reminded us of the importance of faith, friendship and family, and to show empathy and compassion.
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