Kate Middleton intern to Mario Testino
Prince William has arranged for his girlfriend Kate Middleton to be taught the art of photography by Mario Testino, who was the favourite photographer of his mother Princess Diana.
Testino, who has taken many shots of the Princes, has agreed to let Kate work as an intern at his studios in New York in March. It’s reported that Kate and the photographer have already had one meeting to discuss the assignments.
Kate, who has endured much suffocating attention from the paparazzi — as did Diana — is said, nevertheless, to be interested in a career in photography, especially tending toward the artistic end of the spectrum. Her speciality is thought to be abstract photography.
Mario Testino, 53, has become close to both Prince William and Prince Harry since their mother’s death. The Princes chose his photographs to illustrate the successful Concert for Diana last year marking the 10th anniversary of her death. He was also in the congregation at the service at Guards Chapel on the anniversary.
Other Royal work has involved photographing the Princes on their birthdays and the shots for the official Christmas card sent by the Prince of Wales.
Let’s hope this story has more substance than the Tom Ford connection last year. Also that Kate’s close protection squad will be available by March.
Meanwhile, Prince William apparently celebrated his first solo flight this week with a night at the Pitcher and Piano pub in Nottingham, which is a fair way to go from Cranwell, Lincs. Maybe he borrowed a plane for the occasion.
All I can say is good luck to Kate and may this bring her much success. She really is going to learn from the best. Mario also took an official picture of Prince Charles in I think ST. James’s Palace several years ago for a magazine, it featured several royal men who was in line to the throne and who was already on the throne. Charles was in full uniform and it was just a great picture.
By Claudius on January 22nd, 2008 at 2:46 pm
Yes, he certainly seems to have caught on with the Royals, Claudius. When he first came to London in 1976 he lived in a disused hospital flogging packs of cosmetics for £25 a time.
Now he’s right up there with the best.
By John on January 22nd, 2008 at 2:52 pm
I also read that Mario took the official portraits of Prince William and Prince Harry for their 21st birthdays. I’m wondering if he’ll be invited to take wedding photos, too.
It certainly sounds like Kate will make good use of her time while William is away at training. I wonder what Kate’s photo “assignments” will entail?
By Evelyn on January 22nd, 2008 at 3:11 pm
This is very good, it shows that PW is caring for Kate whilst he is on military training -this will enable her to more easily ignore the media insults about what she is doing since she left Jigsaw. It also means that they are very close now.
She can take my photograph any time she likes!!
By Royalist on January 22nd, 2008 at 3:57 pm
Evelyn, that’s an interesting thought. I wouldn’t mind betting that Testino is at least invited to the wedding. He may also take the pics back at the Palace.
By John on January 22nd, 2008 at 4:08 pm
That could be a big payback for having Kate as an intern, as well as solidifying Mario’s reputation as the photographer-of-choice for the next generation of the Royal Family.
By Evelyn on January 22nd, 2008 at 4:13 pm
Perhaps Mario also will be able to do a photoshoot of Kate, pre-engagement. Maybe also the official engagement portraits. Either would be fabulous photos, and I’m sure they’d bring a pretty price in the marketplace.
By Evelyn on January 22nd, 2008 at 4:15 pm
Yes, now that Lichfield is dead and Snowdon decrepit, there’s a vacancy for an official Royal photographer, especially now that Annie Leibovitz has slightly blotted her copybook.
By John on January 22nd, 2008 at 4:21 pm
Can everyone please keep an eye out for the first published photograph by Kate. It would be good to publish it here ahead of the pack.
By John on January 22nd, 2008 at 4:22 pm
John, maybe you could write to Kate and ask her for something you could publish here. We all would like to see anything that she takes.
By Evelyn on January 22nd, 2008 at 4:47 pm
Excellent notion, John! Our Man on the Spot regarding photos seems to be Claudius, so I hope Claudius will keep his eyes focused and find the first published Kate Middleton photo! I am very pleased that things are coming together so well for Prince William and for Kate. I am a little on edge about Kate being in NYC, even in Manhattan, but I am sure there will be superb security. Nevertheless, the lunatic fringe will be out in force and a great many of them live in NYC anyway!
There are too many people packed onto the Isle of Manhattan, too many cheek-by-jowl skyscrapers prevent them from getting the sunshine they need and the result is that everyone is aggressive and downright cranky!
By Gigi on January 22nd, 2008 at 5:21 pm
Well at least we’re no longer pretending that Kate has some magical innate ability: she’s actually going to have to learn photography! It’s nice how Will can open doors like this for her, otherwise Testino might end up with an intern who actually deserves it…
By ClassyCanuck on January 22nd, 2008 at 7:12 pm
I must say that I find that remark to be unduly critical and assuming facts not in evidence. Neither you nor anyone else knows how much ability Kate has. As for Kate getting the internship because of Prince William, she will not be the first person whose connections assisted her in starting out in a career. Nor will she be the last. I also doubt that a photographer of the stature of Testino would be willing to waste his time on an intern with no skills or potential.
By Gigi on January 22nd, 2008 at 7:26 pm
One of Kate’s art teachers from St Andrews has gone on record saying that Kate has talent in photography, that she has been gifted with a good eye. Kate also is reported to have met with Testino at his NY studio in November; I would expect she brought a photographic portfolio so he could see where she’s at and assess her potential.
I agree with Gigi on this. While Prince William certainly has helped Kate find this opportunity, I don’t think Testino would be willing to take her on if there were no merit in it. I would hope he has too much integrity to do it just for the money he’ll make in the long run.
By Evelyn on January 22nd, 2008 at 7:48 pm
Well, with Kate’s History of Art degree and her much-commented-on taste in clothes (I’m no expert), she should have the ability to be a good photographer.
I await her first efforts with interest.
By John on January 22nd, 2008 at 8:09 pm
Kate graduated with a degree in art history. Photography is art. However good she is, Kate has to start somewhere and if her darling can arrange for her to intern with the best WHY NOT. I also think that Testino is helping because of who Kate is I have not heard that he has interns. My motto is When choosing a career make sure it is something you love, You will be working at it the rest of your working days. I say Good Luck Kate.
By Trudie on January 22nd, 2008 at 8:59 pm
For those who take offense to Kate having this opportunity, Testino is no dummy and no doubt knows that this could very well be a “you scratch my back, I’ll scratch yours” situation. He will benefit greatly from the publicity and from the association he will have far into the future by being on such good terms with the future king (and perhaps future queen) of England. It’s a win-win situation for them both.
When I read this story a day or two ago on the DM site, I was slightly floored that Kate was able to move in and out of NYC undetected on her previous trip to meet with Testino in the fall. NYC isn’t the paparazzi haven that LA is, but it is still surprising that no one got wind of it.
I don’t think she’ll have too much to worry about during her stay in the US. New Yorkers will be thrilled to have her and she’ll fit in well. I don’t think the city has reverted completely back to the wild and woolly crime-rich scariness that preceded Giuliani’s tenure as mayor. He did a lot to clean things up and it doesn’t seem that NYC has gone back downhill in the past few years.
I think Kate has a good sense of style. It’s refreshing to see a young woman who doesn’t dress outrageously and who looks classic and elegant for the most part. If her photography skills are a reflection of that style, then she will do well. I am very curious as to what exactly she has been photographing, as I’ve usually seen her interest in photography referred to as “abstract” rather than portraiture or still-life photography. We shall see. I hope she does well and stays focused.
By Melissa on January 22nd, 2008 at 9:30 pm
Whatever Kate learns about photographing people could be a lot of fun for the rest of us to enjoy. Think about the photo ops of their children down the road!
Much nicer than the photo Sarah Ferguson took of Andrew and the girls for Christmas. ;(
By Evelyn on January 22nd, 2008 at 9:36 pm
That’s for sure, Evelyn. My opinion: that was a picture that should have stayed in the family photo album.
By Melissa on January 22nd, 2008 at 9:46 pm
Perhaps Kate and Sarah Ferguson will be room-mates at Sarah’s $3M, 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath New York City apartment in the Cipriani Club Residence. It would be a great opportunity for Kate to learn some of the pitfalls associated with being a Royal Princess from someone who knows, only too well, what it’s like to fall from grace.
By Arthur on January 23rd, 2008 at 12:06 am
Changing topics (again…), has anyone heard what Camilla’s newest granddaughter will be named? Laura had her baby last week, but that’s the last I’ve seen it in the press.
By Evelyn on January 23rd, 2008 at 3:35 am
Evelyn, Camilla’s new granddaughter has been named Eliza.
By Arthur on January 23rd, 2008 at 4:47 am
I read rumor that on another site, but has it been confirmed?
By Evelyn on January 23rd, 2008 at 4:51 am
I don’t know if Clarence House has issued anything official about the baby’s name, however, website Wikipedia and the Celebrity Baby Blog both report that the baby has been named Eliza. I’d stake my reputation on the prestigious Celebrity Baby Blog. It’s the Burke’s Peerage for the non-royal crowd.
By Arthur on January 23rd, 2008 at 5:10 am
Thanks, Arthur! You come through for us again!
By Evelyn on January 23rd, 2008 at 5:29 am
Our own Eliza from Ireland will be pleased that Laura named the baby after her.
Thanks for the info, Arthur. The babe does seem to have dropped out of the news.
By John on January 23rd, 2008 at 10:43 am
As we are changing the subject, the next big event on the horizon is the wedding of Peter and Autumn. PW is down for Peter’s supporter/best man and as the wedding is planned for May it will be interesting to see if Kate gets an invitation to accompany him.
Who will be the photographer?
By Royalist on January 23rd, 2008 at 1:25 pm
Royalist, I’m glad this subject came up because I’ve been wondering about something connected to Peter & Autumn’s upcoming nuptials. There has been talk regarding the fact that Peter will have to forfeit being 11th in line to the throne as a result of marrying a Catholic. Speculation was that Autumn may convert. Does anyone know the status of this? In their eyes, it’s probably not foreseeable that a day would ever come that Peter would become king, so maybe it’s not a big deal.
I think a reference may have been made at some point that he’s not in the line of succession, but the official Royal website does list Peter as 11th. He got bumped down the list when Viscount Severn was born last month.
By Melissa on January 23rd, 2008 at 2:24 pm
Peter Phillips, as the son of Princess Anne, is in the line of succession. According to Autumn Kelly’s Mother, Autumn is a Catholic and is proud of her faith. Unless she converts, I am assuming that Peter will forfeit his place in the line of succession. This will not constitute a great forfeiture, since it is unlikely that someone eleven places from the throne would ever become the monarch. Neither Peter nor Zara receive funds from the Civil List, nor do they hold a Royal title, nor do they perform Royal duties, so forfeiting his place in the line of succession will not involve loss of income. I am still hoping that the Queen will offer Peter a title upon his marriage and that Peter will accept it. It’s the romantic in me.
John, what do you say to all this?
By Gigi on January 23rd, 2008 at 3:50 pm
Gigi, you’re absolutely right. Let’s hope he and Autumn can make a mutually acceptable decision — it’s almost certainly been made already.
As for Peter’s title, I would guess there won’t be one, but … I hope there will be. Perhaps Earl of Rugby.
By John on January 23rd, 2008 at 4:01 pm
Ideally apropos!
Well done, John! What title might the Queen offer Zara when she weds her star athlete?
By Gigi on January 23rd, 2008 at 4:24 pm
Definitely Countess of Badminton, Gigi.
By John on January 23rd, 2008 at 4:29 pm
Royalist, perhaps Kate will become the Royal photographer. They usually like it to be a member of the family.
By John on January 23rd, 2008 at 4:30 pm
Excellent, John! Lovely suggestion!
I also very much like the idea of Kate becoming the family photographer! It certainly was to everyone’s advantage to have Lord Snowden take the snaps for the Royal Family all those years, and his work was marvelous. It will be a little unusual to have the Queen Consort take the Royal photographs, especially since I must presume she would have to be in most of the photographs, but that is what tripods and remotes are for, of course.
By Gigi on January 23rd, 2008 at 4:33 pm
all,
nyc is one of the safest places on the planet
one can walk around at all hours, take the subway, stroll the streets, etc…..it’s got one of the lowest crime rates in all categories, and both nationally and internationally
By tabatha on January 23rd, 2008 at 4:37 pm
Tabatha, it certainly has improved since Giuliani’s day and Mayor Bloomberg seems to have kept that going.
But it’s not general crime that’s the problem it’s targeted terrorism. Having said that, I’m sure Kate will be fine, and maybe she will stay at Fergie’s.
By John on January 23rd, 2008 at 4:59 pm
John, I don’t think a squadron of bodyguards will do much good when it comes to targeted terrorism. Her security detail will be a few men and they won’t be able to stop a determined terrorist. They don’t have to get too close to achieve their objectives, whether by concealing a bomb on their person or using a car bomb, etc.. Kate will be no less safe in the US than she would be anywhere else.
By Melissa on January 23rd, 2008 at 5:41 pm
And as to Kate staying with Fergie, much was made of her bad influence on Diana. Of course she’s grown and matured and has the benefit of hindsight, but I’m hoping Kate makes other arrangements.
By Melissa on January 23rd, 2008 at 5:43 pm
I hope that Kate does well with her chosen carreer. I would think that being a photographer would be interesting. Just think of the possibilities for Kate. She could go places to promote different causes and take pictures while there. The power of the picture would certainly add immensely to the depth of any cause that she would champion. People will be able to get to know her more through the subjects of her pictures. They will get to know the loving and caring person that she is. I think back to her helping with the UNICEF charity. That was a wonderful thing to get envolved in helping others. I am really excited for her. I just hope that this will strengthen the bond between Prince William and Kate. I hope that she can take advantage of New York’s arts and culture. I wish for her all the best. I do hope that she is sent with security.(just to on the safe side)
By kat on January 24th, 2008 at 12:02 am
I also think that Kate’s photography could be sold to benefit charity. If the subject of the photo is connected to the charity, then so much the better, because that would draw other people’s attention to the cause, and encourage their generosity in other ways. There are so many win-wins with this idea. It could prove a wonderful way for Kate to serve so many throughout the world, not just in the UK.
By Evelyn on January 24th, 2008 at 4:08 am
I’m glad she is indeed serious about her photography ambitions and I hope this turns out to be true. It might as well be good for her to get out of London and away from the constant press attention for awhile. While I guess that it’ll be hard for William and her to be so far apart for some time (I guess an internship would last between one and three months), since they always seemed to be very close, in the long run I’m sure she’ll benefit from this experience.
By Isana on January 24th, 2008 at 11:08 am
Isana, my impression is that she will be in New York for a few weeks in March. I don’t think it’s a formal internship, just a spell with a master of the art and to get some experience on the ground.
At least it will show her what hard work photography is.
By John on January 24th, 2008 at 11:17 am
William went to the Pitcher? That’s one of my locals!
By kit on January 24th, 2008 at 2:40 pm
You should have been there, Kit and given us all the goss.
By John on January 24th, 2008 at 2:50 pm
You’re telling me… Maybe I’ll start staking it out…
By kit on January 24th, 2008 at 3:10 pm
Changing topics: The Sun Online is reporting that James Wessex (Viscount Severn) has been admitted to the Great Ormond Street Hospital in London, reputed to be the country’s best pediatric hospital. He was admitted around 3pm, with Sophie keeping a bedside vigil. The hospital staff has only said that he’ll have further tests tomorrow.
By Evelyn on January 25th, 2008 at 2:40 am
Oh, dear, that doesn’t sound good.
Thanks so much for the information, Evelyn. Let’s all hope for the best.
By Gigi on January 25th, 2008 at 3:35 am
No, it doesn’t sound good. I’m guessing that Sophie took him to their regular health care provider first, and then were referred on to a specialty hospital. So it must not be a common childhood ailment.
Edward continued with his schedule for the day, though. If it had been extremely serious, I’m sure he would have been at the hospital.
I’ll be keeping James, his family, and his medical team in my prayers.
By Evelyn on January 25th, 2008 at 3:45 am
I will join you in praying for them. Let’s hope it isn’t anything serious and that the medical folks are just being very cautious.
By Gigi on January 25th, 2008 at 4:23 am
The Telegraph has the same story on James as the Sun. Buckingham Palace has no comment on this “private matter.”
By Evelyn on January 25th, 2008 at 4:34 am
Louise had a few problems too, especially with one of her eyes which turned inwards a bit. She was due to have a corrective operation at two years old, but her parents — not surprisingly — were reluctant. I’m not sure what happened on that in the end.
James is said to have “a mystery illness” which, according to friends, is “not life threatening”. So it sounds like cautious parents taking no chances. Let’s hope so.
By John on January 25th, 2008 at 10:43 am
I think Louise had the operation. I have a friend who had that corrective surgery when she was small and her eyes are perfect, and having seen pictures of Lady Louise recently her eyes are perfect too. She is so like the Queen as a little girl.
As for Baby James I join in your prayers that it is just cautious parents and medical advisors.
Poor Sophie has been through the mill and I just hope that everything is fine and she can enjoy her children without worry.
By Eliza on January 25th, 2008 at 11:15 am
As for Laura Lopes naming her girl after me, its more likely after the Queen! or maybe Miss Eliza Bennet probably not My Fair Lady Eliza.
Also, I know that Peter Philips will never be King and his position on the line of succession is academic but it is a great honour to be in the line of succession and I think it is awful that he and is future famly are losing that right merely because he is marrying a catholic. If he killed someone or did an act of treason maybe then he might have shown himself unsuitable to be King.
I think it is a slur to be struck of the line.
By Eliza on January 25th, 2008 at 11:26 am
’struck off’!!
By Eliza on January 25th, 2008 at 11:27 am
Eliza, there’s not much information out there on Peter and Autumn’s intentions on a raft of issues. No doubt they will trickle out over time. In the meantime, we just have to speculate.
By John on January 25th, 2008 at 11:34 am
True we are speculating but as things stand there are only two options open to him and to Autumn ( i’m sorry call me old fashioned but what a name!) either she converts or he converts and if he does then he is taken off the line of succession.
Isn’t that what happened to one of his second/third cousins, I can picture him but not his name, was it from the Kent family? Was his name something St Andrew?
When that cousin married he converted to catholicism and was taken off the line.
I know it is academic but if I was on it I’d feel very sad been taken off it. I bet Zara wouldn’t do it.
Women are like that what we have we hold!
By Eliza on January 25th, 2008 at 12:00 pm
I understand that Autumn is strong in her catholic fairth so in my opinion I do not think she should renounce it and if Peter has to lose his place in the pecking order so be it. I am sure it would have been in both their minds before getting engaged. I understand that the Catholic church ‘requires’ any children born of a mixed faith couple should be brought up as catholics, once again it would be something they will have talked over.
When their engagement was announced I thought how much nicer it would be if the wedding was to take place in Montreal it is the brides home city and the Canadians would have loved it.
What do you think folks.
By Royalist on January 25th, 2008 at 1:24 pm
Royalist, it may be that Autumn preferred a Royalish wedding in Britain. After all, the Queen is Queen of Canada too.
More likely, it was impossible to get all the Royals across to Canada at the same time. Whereas, Windsor would be easier and much more secure for a large Royal contingent.
By John on January 25th, 2008 at 1:36 pm
Thanks John
By Royalist on January 25th, 2008 at 3:13 pm
I am very pleased that Peter and Autumn are being married in Britain and that Prince William is to be Peter’s supporter, or best man, as we say here in the States. It appears as if the service will be Anglican, so there can be no requirement that the children of Peter and Autumn be raised Catholic. That requirement is levied when the parents are married in the Catholic Church. It appears that Peter will continue to practice his faith, which is Anglican and that Autumn will continue to practice her faith, which is Catholic. I will wait with interest to see in which faith they choose to raise their children, should they have offspring.
By Gigi on January 25th, 2008 at 4:10 pm
Yes, unless Peter and Autumn were to have a very small, intimate wedding with essentially no Royal attendance, any place outside of Britain would be impractical.
By Amity on January 25th, 2008 at 4:13 pm
When Princess Marina of Greece and Denmark married Prince George Duke of Kent, they had an Anglican ceremony in Westminster Abbey followed by a Greek Orthodox ceremony in the private chapel at Buckingham Palace. That was in 1934. In 2008, Peter Phillips and Autumn Kelly would not need two separate ceremonies. They could have an ecumenical service in St. Georges Chapel Windsor presided over by an Anglican clergyman and a Roman Catholic clergyman. This way, both religious affiliations are equally represented and the marriage is valid in both faiths. This does not, however, solve Peter Phillips’ dilemma about giving up his place in the line of succession.
By Arthur on January 25th, 2008 at 5:17 pm
Update on James: The Royalist is reporting that royal officials have announced that he’s being treated for a minor allergic reaction. He’ll remain in the hospital tonight.
By Evelyn on January 25th, 2008 at 6:16 pm
At his young age, even a minor allergic reaction can be serious, so I am glad that they were pro-active in their treatment. There is a very small margin for error when treating a 5 week old infant. Thanks for the update, Evelyn!
It is true, Arthur, that many weddings (mine among them, nearly 38 years ago) have been presided over by clergy from different faiths, but I am not sure if such would be available at a high profile Royal wedding, especially in the UK, where the Anglican Church is the official church of England. John, what do you say to this?
By Gigi on January 25th, 2008 at 7:24 pm
Since John is moving this weekend, I’ve done a little internet research, which may not be accurate. One Anglican resource mentioned that the words of the Church of England marriage ceremony “are set by law” and may not be changed. The resource mentioned that the law might be changed about 10 years ago, so I don’t know if this is still the case.
Does anyone in Britain have more or better info?
By Evelyn on January 25th, 2008 at 7:46 pm
Here’s more recent info from the Church of England:
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Q/ I’m Church of England and he’s a Catholic. Does that matter?
A/ People of all denominations have a right to be married in their parish church (provided they have not been married before). So it doesn’t matter from the Church of England’s perspective.
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http://www.cofe.anglican.org
I didn’t see any info about weddings co-officiated by clergy of different denominations.
By Evelyn on January 25th, 2008 at 9:18 pm
Oops– I found more (same site):
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If one of you is a Roman Catholic and you want the Roman Catholic Church to recognise your marriage, you will need to ask for permission to marry someone who is not a Roman Catholic. There is usually no difficulty about this, as long as the Roman Catholic partner is willing to give the undertaking that he or she will do all he or she can within the unity of the (marriage) partnership to have the children baptised and brought up in the Catholic faith.
By Evelyn on January 25th, 2008 at 9:45 pm
We also have another royal event coming up. Remember the part that will be held for the Queen & Duke of Edinburgh anniversary. I had totally forgot about that. I’m not sure if William will be able to go to that since it will be held in March.
By Rman on January 25th, 2008 at 11:33 pm
The Sun is reporting that Edward and Sophie took James home Friday evening. I hope their family has a restful weekend.
Reports that it seems to be some kind allergic reaction also say that he cried for many hours before he was taken to the hospital. I’m hoping it is an allergy that can be managed, and not colic. Our middle son started his colic at about 5 weeks, and got worse over the next 6 weeks before it started to get better. But I’d hope the doctors ruled that out before they started exploring the allergy idea.
By Evelyn on January 26th, 2008 at 1:44 am
I also hope it is not colic. My sister and I both had colic as infants and my parents used to tell us about how traumatic it was, holding us as we screamed in agony and contorted our bodies.
By Gigi on January 26th, 2008 at 3:13 am
The Church of England is not an authoritarian church. It can be very flexible and it’s often up to the Bishop to decide whether to take a particular course of action. I believe St George’s Chapel, Windsor, is a Royal Peculiar, like Westminster Abbey, which means the Queen is in sole charge of it.
I think they will find some way of doing this which is acceptable to both sides. A number of the Queen’s relatives have been through this process, so they will have a lot of experience in sorting it out.
By John on January 26th, 2008 at 9:18 am
Thanks for the reminder about the 60th wedding anniversary celebration, Rman. When the date was changed, I remember hearing that the March date was the earliest all the relatives could be gotten together. I’m sure they knew about William’s commitments at that time, so I would expect that the RAF will give him leave to attend.
By Evelyn on January 26th, 2008 at 2:45 pm
Does anyone know where that 60th anniversary celebration is going to be held? Was it the Ritz? Or was it at CH, with Charles hosting? My memory is that it was at the Ritz.
By Gigi on January 26th, 2008 at 11:33 pm
I thought it will be at the Ritz but this may change.
By Rman on January 27th, 2008 at 12:05 am
If memory serves me, I think that it was the Ritz. I think that it was said that the Queen really wanted it there. The date had to be changed because someone failed to book the Ritz. They could not hold the celebration then. However, the Princes William and Harry who I thought originally were hosting the gala wanted it at CH so they could invite Kate and Chelsy. So I think that it was the Ritz.
By kat on January 27th, 2008 at 1:14 am
Thanks, Rman and Kat!
By Gigi on January 27th, 2008 at 2:43 am
Except that it wasn’t a mix-up in booking the Ritz. Someone forgot that the date set conflicted with the Queen’s state visits in Africa. The date set for the celebration was the date she flew out, if I remember correctly.
By Evelyn on January 27th, 2008 at 6:04 am
Your memory is a lot better than mine. Thanks !
By kat on January 27th, 2008 at 9:59 am
You’re right, Evelyn. It was the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting, of which the Queen is Head. Some mix up!
And, yes, it is The Ritz.
By John on January 27th, 2008 at 10:41 am
Well I personally think the Ritz is a lovely place to have it and I do hope there will be some lovely photographs for all of us to see.
Let us hope that is the last mix-up in the Queen’s schedule, of any significance, anyway. I wonder who got to drink all the champagne that was ordered for the party after it was cancelled? 
By Gigi on January 27th, 2008 at 5:30 pm
photography? what else is worth to be a bride of a future king?it’s dignity & honor & the ability to know how to assists in governing people being the future queen no more no less. the night clubs activities & whatever inappropriate acts discredits her for so long now, how come she shifted to photography? maybe kate has been too mixed-up she lose control of what to do in life if only to know she has nowhere to go!
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