{"id":426234,"date":"2025-09-15T12:19:22","date_gmt":"2025-09-15T12:19:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/426234\/"},"modified":"2025-09-15T12:19:22","modified_gmt":"2025-09-15T12:19:22","slug":"royal-family-live-prince-harry-celebrates-41st-birthday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/426234\/","title":{"rendered":"Royal family LIVE: Prince Harry celebrates 41st birthday"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>TODAY&#8217;S BIGGEST ROYAL STORIES<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Prince Harry celebrates 41st birthday<\/li>\n<li>Queen Letizia of Spain turns 53, and Prince Daniel of Sweden turns 52<\/li>\n<li>Duchess of Kent&#8217;s coffin to be taken by hearse to Westminster Cathedral<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Live ReportingRelatedThat&#8217;s all from me!<\/p>\n<p id=\"e3YeFmYZK_\">That&#8217;s all from me, folks!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p id=\"es6ZLAWLV8\">I&#8217;m now handing you over to the lovely Georgia Weir for an afternoon of royal news&#8230;enjoy!<\/p>\n<p>Princess Charlene accidentally reveals unroyal pedicure<\/p>\n<p id=\"eH5PsSCRMH\"><a class=\"hm-link he-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellomagazine.com\/tags\/princess-charlene\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-body-link\">Princess Charlene<\/a> has proved she&#8217;s not always one for toeing the line as she marked World First Aid Day with her own foundation and the Red Cross by teaching young children the importance of knowing first aid techniques last week.<\/p>\n<p> <img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/81cd47ae93ef-princess-charlene-red-toenails.jpg\"   width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Princess Charlene shows off colourful toes \" fetchpriority=\"auto\" class=\"image image\"\/>\u00a9 palaisprincierdemonaco \/ InstagramPrincess Charlene was captured sitting barefoot and cross-legged <\/p>\n<p id=\"eAEoWQ1uUg\">She made an unexpected fashion statement when <a class=\"hm-link he-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellomagazine.com\/fashion\/royal-style\/855844\/princess-charlene-reveals-unroyal-pedicure-celebrates-life-saving-work\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-body-link\">she was photographed with a bright red pedicure<\/a> as she sat barefoot and cross-legged on the floor, revealing her crimson toenails! The palace&#8217;s official Instagram account posted the photos, which also showed Princess Charlene in a casual outfit: a red Nike jacket, beige cargo pants, and a white polo shirt with her foundation&#8217;s logo.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Pippa Middleton is our autumn style muse<\/p>\n<p id=\"eQ_fWVe1R1\">While we wait for the latest from the royal birthday girls and boys, we thought we&#8217;d bring you some autumn style inspo courtesy of the <a class=\"hm-link he-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellomagazine.com\/tags\/kate-middleton\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-body-link\">Princess of Wales<\/a>&#8216; sister, <a class=\"hm-link he-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellomagazine.com\/tags\/pippa-middleton\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-body-link\">Pippa Middleton<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p> <img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/aef2152918f5-gettyimages-132885394.jpg\"   width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2011, Pippa Middleton is sighted arriving at her South Kensington office on November 15, 2011 in London, England. (Photo by Neil Mockford\/FilmMagic)\" fetchpriority=\"auto\" class=\"image image\"\/>\u00a9 GettyPippa Middleton was spotted arriving at her South Kensington office in 2011 &#8211; and in style<\/p>\n<p id=\"eG4_yqYVc_\">Though she generally keeps a low profile, her appearances at events like Wimbledon often showcase her impeccable fashion choices. She has an impressive collection of coats that perfectly align with current autumn trends, making her a great source of inspiration for seasonal dressing.<\/p>\n<p id=\"e-PQoru-yLb\">From classic suede and tweed to elegant dress coats, her wardrobe features a wide variety of chic options for staying warm. See <a class=\"hm-link he-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellomagazine.com\/fashion\/royal-style\/855804\/pippa-middleton-autumn-coats-style-muse\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-body-link\">our favourite looks<\/a> centering around coats, including this fabulous military jacket&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>Inside Prince Harry&#8217;s reunion with King Charles<\/p>\n<p id=\"eqb1rO7BKX\">Following a 19-month separation, <a class=\"hm-link he-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellomagazine.com\/royalty\/855021\/prince-harry-reunites-with-king-charles\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-body-link\">Prince Harry finally reunited with his father<\/a>, King Charles, for a private tea at Clarence House. This long-awaited meeting, which lasted just under an hour, made headlines around the globe &#8211; and now we&#8217;re giving you <a class=\"hm-link he-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellomagazine.com\/royalty\/855520\/inside-prince-harry-emotional-reunion-king-charles\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-body-link\">all the inside information<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p> <img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/71c7d7d3020b-gettyimages-1243366364.jpg\"   width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Britain's King Charles III (L) walks with his son Britain's Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex as they arrive at St George's Chapel inside Windsor Castle on September 19, 2022, ahead of the Committal Service for Britain's Queen Elizabeth II. Monday's committal service is expected to be attended by at least 800 people, most of whom will not have been at the earlier State Funeral at Westminster Abbey. (Photo by David Rose \/ POOL \/ AFP) (Photo by DAVID ROSE\/POOL\/AFP via Getty Images)\" fetchpriority=\"auto\" class=\"image image\"\/>\u00a9 POOL\/AFP via Getty ImagesKing Charles reunited with his son Prince Harry last week<\/p>\n<p id=\"e1CotPdYOKd\">While a reunion had been &#8220;under consideration&#8221; for some time, a definitive date was not set. However, some observers noted Harry&#8217;s more relaxed demeanor in the days prior, suggesting the meeting was imminent. Buckingham Palace only confirmed the Duke&#8217;s visit as he was leaving.<\/p>\n<p id=\"ejMnEtd5Yp_\">For Harry, who has openly expressed a desire to reconcile with his father, the brief visit was a significant and welcome step. As a source close to him stated, &#8220;He would like a relationship with his father. There&#8217;s no doubt about that.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Royal photographer reveals secrets of this iconic portrait<\/p>\n<p id=\"ejJnlhP5iJ\">An outtake from a 2004 portrait session, a striking photograph captures Queen Elizabeth II with her eyes closed, radiating calm and stillness. The artist, Chris Levine, was commissioned to create a portrait to commemorate the 800th anniversary of Jersey&#8217;s allegiance to the Crown. He used a laser scanning technique to achieve a unique effect.<\/p>\n<p> <img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/790b9506ebac-gettyimages-72566159.jpg\"   width=\"634\" height=\"1024\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Queen Elizabeth II traditionally wore the Imperial State Crown at the State Opening of Parliament\" fetchpriority=\"auto\" class=\"image image\"\/>\u00a9 Getty ImagesChris Levine spoke to HELLO! about working with Queen Elizabeth II <\/p>\n<p id=\"eh57uWQhUR\">Now, Chris has sat down with <strong>HELLO!\u00a0<\/strong>to reveal that he only realised the power of this image, titled &#8220;Lightness of Being,&#8221; a few years later. The photo has since become one of the most compelling and historic portraits of the late monarch, showing a rarely seen, intimate side of her. Read <a class=\"hm-link he-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellomagazine.com\/royalty\/855464\/royal-photographer-chris-levine-secrets-iconic-queen-elizabeth-ii-portrait\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-body-link\">the full story<\/a> to see the special image.<\/p>\n<p>Why is the Duchess of Kent&#8217;s funeral unprecedented?<\/p>\n<p id=\"eRjWWg75E8\">The <a class=\"hm-link he-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellomagazine.com\/royalty\/854261\/duchess-of-kent-funeral-details-confirmed\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-body-link\">Duchess of Kent will be laid to rest<\/a> tomorrow, but her funeral is <a class=\"hm-link he-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellomagazine.com\/royalty\/855538\/why-duchess-of-kent-catholic-funeral-unprecedented\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-body-link\">an unprecedented occasion<\/a> in modern royal history &#8211; but do you know why?<\/p>\n<p> <img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/e9e5be2900a0-gettyimages-52103250.jpg\"   width=\"687\" height=\"1024\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Duchess of Kent wearing cream and navy hat\" fetchpriority=\"auto\" class=\"image image\"\/>\u00a9 GettyThe Duchess of Kent will be laid to rest on 16 September<\/p>\n<p id=\"e6aMrqSUke\">The service marks the first time in modern history that a Catholic funeral will be held for a member of the royal family.<\/p>\n<p id=\"einMghuB-GY\">The Duchess, born Katharine Worsley, converted to Catholicism in 1994 at the age of 61. This made her the first royal to do so in over 300 years, a decision that followed in the footsteps of King Charles II, who converted on his deathbed in 1685. However, Charles II was given an Anglican funeral, making the Duchess&#8217;s service at Westminster Cathedral a groundbreaking occasion.<\/p>\n<p>Eve of the Duchess of Kent&#8217;s funeral<\/p>\n<p id=\"e_3N0Kt1px\">Today also marks a sad day for the royal family as the Duchess of Kent&#8217;s coffin will be taken by hearse to Westminster Cathedral later today, and will rest overnight in the Lady Chapel.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p id=\"efNt8BSXRV\">The funeral will take place at Westminster Cathedral on Tuesday 16 September.<\/p>\n<p> <img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ee8e1bcd8fb0-gettyimages-888126960.jpg\"   width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Duchess of Kent\" fetchpriority=\"auto\" class=\"image image\"\/>\u00a9 GettyThe Duchess died aged 92 on 4 September<\/p>\n<p id=\"eJbhxcvVxGm\">Katharine, wife of the late Queen&#8217;s cousin the Duke of Kent, <a class=\"hm-link he-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellomagazine.com\/royalty\/514711\/duchess-of-kent-katharine-worsley-dies\/\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-body-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">died peacefully at home<\/a>, surrounded by her close family, on 4 September.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p id=\"ebpGJZs2yfR\">Her\u00a0funeral\u00a0will be the first Catholic\u00a0funeral\u00a0service held for a member of the royal family in modern British history.<\/p>\n<p id=\"eZ0kUWqMOix\">The King, who is the head of the Church of England, will attend.<\/p>\n<p>Good morning<\/p>\n<p id=\"eOMxZuQPy_\">Hello! Today&#8217;s a popular day for royal birthdays as the Duke of Sussex celebrates his 41st birthday, Queen Letizia of Spain turns 53 and Prince Daniel of Sweden is 52.<\/p>\n<p id=\"eXDX_G_pHM\">We&#8217;ll be keeping our eyes peeled for any tributes or new photographs on social media today &#8211; we&#8217;re sure Meghan, Archie and Lilibet will be making a fuss of Harry!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p id=\"eDe8LfS_-T\">Stay tuned.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"TODAY&#8217;S BIGGEST ROYAL STORIES Prince Harry celebrates 41st birthday Queen Letizia of Spain turns 53, and Prince Daniel&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":426235,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7708],"tags":[13080,2635,72580,447,5105,7710,519,448,7796],"class_list":{"0":"post-426234","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-royals","8":"tag-british-royals","9":"tag-duke-of-kent","10":"tag-european-royals","11":"tag-prince-harry","12":"tag-royal","13":"tag-royal-families","14":"tag-royal-family","15":"tag-royals","16":"tag-royalty"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/115208283897250819","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/426234","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=426234"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/426234\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/426235"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=426234"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=426234"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=426234"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}