The Prince of Wales marked his first public appearance since recent personal news at the Commonwealth Day service, an event celebrating diversity and resilience but not without its controversies.
The Prince of Wales attended his first public engagement since his wife’s recent revelation, participating in the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey. The event, celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Commonwealth, was marked by a variety of performances, including a notable one from a dance troupe from Uganda. Despite the absence of the King, who is undergoing cancer treatment, the royal family, including Camilla, Prince William, and other members, were in attendance. In his video message, the Prince of Wales underscored the significance of diversity within the Commonwealth. The celebration, however, did draw protests from the Republic campaign group outside the Abbey, advocating for an end to the monarchy’s involvement in the Commonwealth. Among the distinguished guests were former Spice Girl Geri Horner and her husband, Christian Horner, and poet Sir Ben Okri. After the service, the royals engaged with the performers, with Prince William specifically thrilled to meet a young dancer from the Ghetto Kids troupe. The event successfully highlighted the theme of resilience amidst challenges, demonstrating the enduring spirit of the Commonwealth.