The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte joined a host of royals, dignitaries and members of the public from across the UK and the Commonwealth to celebrate Her Majesty's Platinum Jubilee with a star-studded Party at the Palace tonight.
The incredible scene on the Mall tonight.
Crowds gathered for hours.
It's been a busy day for George and Charlotte who joined their parents in Cardiff earlier today to view a rehearsal and meet performers for a concert in Wales. Tonight was a more relaxed affair with the little ones surrounded by familiar faces and relatives.
The Duchess and her family waved Union Jacks and appeared to be having a great time, as famous faces such as Queen, Rod Stewart, Alicia Keys, Diana Ross and Andrea Bocelli performed to an energized audience.
They all look thrilled when the real star of the night came on screen.
Her Majesty.
To get things rolling, the Queen made an appearance alongside beloved character Paddington. Of course, you all remember the amazing segment the Queen filmed with Daniel Craig for London 2012 during her Diamond Jubilee year. I didn't think it could be surpassed, yet there was something incredibly moving about the simplicity of this and Paddington thanking the Queen. She may not have been there in person, but her presence was felt throughout. The star of the show as always.
"Did you know about Paddington?"
It appeared to come as quite the welcome surprise to see HM with the lovable bear.
Adam Lambert and Queen got the crowd moving to 'We Will Rock You'.
The full Queen set.
I mentioned a sea of familiar faces. Below, Michael and Carole Middleton.
It very much looks like congratulations are in order for Pippa and James Matthews. I heard a rumour some weeks ago they are expecting their third child. Pippa looked radiant in the green silk shirred dress by ME +EM (with thanks to Middleton Maven).
Pippa and James with James Middleton and Alizée.
Hands in the air for Mike and Zara Tindall.
The Wessexes take their seats.
Beatrice, Edo, Eugenie and Jack.
Charles and Camilla appeared to be having a lovely time.
Often times when I see how close Charles and Anne are...
...I think of these two in the future.
A great shot of Kate.
Rod Stewart in action.
The Princess Royal and husband Tim getting into the swing of things.
The one and only Craig David.
The masterful Andrea Boccelli.
A selection of performances from musicals, including Andrew Lloyd Webber and Lin Manuel Miranda.
Alicia Keys performed 'Girl on Fire'.
The legend Diana Ross Diana Ross brought the show to a finish.
The Prince of Wales, accompanied by the Duchess of Cornwall, drew applause from the audience as he began his speech: "Your Majesty...Mummy!" Before continuing: "The scale of this evening's celebration and the outpouring of warmth and affection over this whole Jubilee weekend is our way of saying 'thank you'. Thank you from your family, the country, the Commonwealth -- in fact, the whole world. On behalf of us all, I wanted to pay my own tribute to your lifetime of selfless service."
"We think of all you have done to make the Commonwealth such an important force for good."
Prince William paid tribute to Her Majesty in a speech focused on the environmental and conservation work happening in the UK and throughout the Commonwealth over the past seventy years. The Prince said: "Today, in 2022, as the Queen celebrates her Platinum Jubilee, the pressing need to protect and restore our planet has never been more urgent. But, like her, I am an optimist. Decades of making the case for taking better care of our world has meant that environmental issues are now at the top of the global agenda." He continued: "When human kind focuses its minds, anything is possible. It's my firm hope that my grandmother's words are as true in seventy years time, as they are tonight: that as nations, we come together in common cause because then, there is always room for hope."
See the video below for the full speech:
The drone and light show was spectacular.
Huge congratulations to everyone who made the #PlatinumPartyatthePalace happen. And we didn’t get wet! #PlatinumJubilee #HM70 pic.twitter.com/HGJam8G1n6
— Majesty/Joe Little (@MajestyMagazine) June 4, 2022
Simon Perry shared a photo of the stage and audience during the national anthem.
The BBC report on the night.
From Kensington Palace.
Queen 🤝 The Queen
— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) June 5, 2022
Tonight’s #PlatinumJubilee Party at the Palace was a fitting and fabulous tribute to Her Majesty.
Well done to everyone involved! pic.twitter.com/o0ZAUamvZI
The Cambridge family donned United Kingdom colours.
Kate repeated the effortlessly stylish Self-Portrait cream boucle dress she debuted for a Hold Still reception last September.
The piece features a blazer-style fitted bodice and a pleated midi skirt.
A closer look at the fabric.
Kate accessorised with her Robinson Pelham earrings. The £4,000 pair are set with white diamonds in 18ct gold. Kate has had them for at least four years.
As Paddington said, "Happy Jubilee, Ma'am, and thank you."
Tomorrow, the Jubilee weekend will culminate with Big Luncheons all over the country and the fabulous Platinum Jubilee Pageant kicking off at 2.30 pm. I expect to have live streams for you before it begins. I've been told it's going to be an event you absolutely want to experience on video :)
What a big weekend for the kids. They are so charming and impeccably well-behaved! I love seeing the whole family coordinating in Union Jack colours.
ReplyDeleteI was thinking the same thing! Those kids must have been tired after the big morning. I'm sure naps were in order at the Cambridge house this afternoon. What a fun day for them and so mature and well-behaved. I do hope we get to see their youngest and a few more cute expressions tomorrow though 😀
DeleteWhat a marvellous event. The Duchess looked lovely in her SP cream dress, beautiful.
ReplyDeleteOMG! I don’t know how Kate managed to go from a ponytail in Wales to beautiful rippled waves mere hours later :) Love Paddington Bear and HM is wonderful, what a treat. (celticgirl)
ReplyDeleteA few hours in hot rollers I’m sure.
DeleteDo you know which jeweller created Kate’s diamond cross necklace?
ReplyDeleteIt’s been a lovely weekend watching all the royals and the Cambridge children celebrate Her Majesty! Thank you for covering. Lou, Australia
Almost the whole RF is there, it must have been great fun. I am glad they all enjoyed themselves. I really like the navy dress Pss Beatrice wore. Pss Eugenie had the red white and blue, on her dress.I hope the Queen enjoyed it on Television, but it is not the same.
ReplyDeleteThe Duchess looks beautiful tonight, as expected. I love those earrings. The kids will sleep well tonight. They did a fantastic job over a very long day. I hope the Queen had one or two drinks and watched the concert at home with Angela. I understand she is living with the Queen now in her personal area of Windsor Castle. Fingers crossed she feels well enough for the balcony tomorrow. I'd expect she will want to say thank you to her beloved people. May God bless her. S. ☺
ReplyDeleteWhat an incredible concert!!! Great acts, lighting, and William’s speech. Loved seeing so many family members of the Windsor’s and Middleton’s. The Cambridges looked great and I loved Charlotte’s cape. Catherine looked lovely and nice to see a rewear again. :)
ReplyDeleteI’m sure all 4 are tired! And you as well, Charlotte. Sue
I’ve absolutely loved today! Every minute of it, but Paddington’s tea party especially. What a treat!
ReplyDeleteI always enjoy your posts Charlotte, but this is outstanding. Everyone looks to be having the best time but for me, it was The Queen leading to Queen that did it for me. Thank you for all your work. Bronwyn.
ReplyDeleteLove your comment Bronwen, it was a great opening by a very great lady!
DeleteThank you, fabulous post and so appreciated. It has been difficult to get a feel for the whole event and your blog pulls it all together. What a positive hope filled day and so much gratitude. Kate is so impressive as a Mother and has such class.
ReplyDeleteI do wonder how she managed Prince Louis’ day?
They have a full-time nanny as far as I know.
DeleteThis was a fab concert. I was worried I couldn't find it as no canadian channels were airing it but luckily ABC in the US aired it. It was so beautiful my fave moment was when Andrea Bocelli sang. It is too bad Meghan and Harry weren't there. Zara looked beautiful so did Kate. Kate and Wills 2 kids are adorable. Thanks Charlotte for great coverage. The part with the Queen and Paddington was too cute!
ReplyDeleteThis looks to be a fab concert! Just watching it here on demand in nz tonight. Was hoping we would get to see it.
ReplyDeleteThanks for such wonderful coverage Charlotte. It's a special time for the queen and a once in a lifetime historic episode.
Wonderful event. Wonderful videos of the C having fun and singing most of the songs. Wonderful speech by William and wonderful cheers and applause for him. He was trending yesterday after it and everybody was absolutely delighted with him.
ReplyDeleteCharlotte thank you for wonderful writing on both blogs. It has been a weekend to remember and I feel proud and privileged to witness it all.
ReplyDeleteThank you for all the hours you spend creating the spaces for us
What a beautiful spectacular way to celebrate and honour a great woman who has lived an honorable and dedicated and wonderful life. This Jubiless I understood and appreciated the majesty of British culture with deep admiration. Well done your Majesty! May God bless the remaining days of your reign with peace, joy and love.
ReplyDeleteGreat post! Thank you for putting it all together. I'm so enjoying seeing the children too.
ReplyDeleteEveryone looks so happy! The Queen and Paddington, love it!
Looks like the pendant could be this one from Tiffany https://www.tiffany.com/jewelry/tiffany-crosses/cross-pendant-11408303/
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