6-7 October: Princess Anne's day of meetings, Duchess Sophie's double Sheffield engagement and more

Royal fans can look forward to a busy day ahead as the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh step out for a joint engagement in Merseyside, where they'll attend a performance at the Shakespeare North Playhouse, and visit the Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service Training and Development Academy, as well as St. Helens Carers Centre Clubhouse.

Meanwhile, Princess Anne will be heading to Dorset to visit Dorset Police Headquarters and Memorial Garden, and the Boat Building Academy.

The Duchess of Sussex made a surprise return to Europe over the weekend as she stepped out at Paris Fashion Week. Meghan was seen attending the Balenciaga fashion show and dinner in an elegant Balenciaga black midi dress with an asymmetrical front panel. Earlier in the day, Meghan made her 2025 Paris Fashion Week debut in a dramatic all-white ensemble. 

Get more information about her Fashion Week looks here. 

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In a new interview, Dame Mary Berry commented on the special relationship between Prince William and Princess Kate. Sharing her admiration for the Prince of Wales, The Great British Bake Off star told the Daily Mail: "I mean he's really such a wonderful man, you know. We're so lucky with our royalty, aren't we? He slept on the streets, you know. He wants to find out about how everybody is in the country. He lives for all of us. I admire him. He sets an example."

Commenting on the Prince and Princess of Wales's loving relationship, Mary added: "There's always a little arm around the back, encouraging her. Early on when she started doing public life, he would chip in and say something really nice and encouraging, you know? He's obviously immensely proud of her. They give us – well, they give their life to all of us."

Read the full story here. 

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Did you know that Prince William made an under-the-radar outing in Cardiff last month? In his role as president of BAFTA, the Prince of Wales visited Bad Wolf Studios in Cardiff to mark its tenth anniversary. William toured the sets of Doctor Who and the highly anticipated upcoming BBC drama, The Other Bennet Sister, at the studio, which is home to popular shows such as His Dark Materials.

Find out more. 

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Author Dame Jilly Cooper has died. The bestselling novelist, who was a friend of Queen Camilla's, died on Sunday morning, after a fall, at the age of 88.

The best-selling author was renowned for her "bonkbuster" style books. 

Her children, Felix and Emily, said: "Mum was the shining light in all of our lives. Her love for all of her family and friends knew no bounds.

"Her unexpected death has come as a complete shock. We are so proud of everything she achieved in her life and can't begin to imagine life without her infectious smile and laughter all around us."

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The Prince and Princess of Wales have reportedly set up their own family pub quiz time. According to The Sun, Prince William and Kate, both 43, along with their eldest children, Prince George, 12, and Princess Charlotte, ten, regularly take part in a weekly quiz in a pub near one of their royal homes.

One fellow pub-quiz rival told the newspaper: "The quiz is actually very tricky but also a lot of fun. My lips are sealed on whether ‘Team Wales’ has ever won first prize."

Read the full story here.

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Prince Guillaume of Luxembourg was pictured for the first time since his ascension over the weekend. Guillaume was spotted alongside his wife, Grand Duchess Stéphanie of Luxembourg, as he attended the Te Deum, i.e. the thanksgiving mass. The pair were joined by Guillaume's parents, Henri and Maria Teresa, as they arrived at the Cathedral Notre-Dame of Luxembourg. 

See the best photos here. 

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The Queen has paid tribute to author Dame Jilly Cooper, who has died at the age of 88, describing her as a "legend" and a "wonderfully witty and compassionate friend to me and so many".

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We've taken a look back at one of the Princess of Wales's most playful hemlines to date. While it's widely recommended that royal ladies opt for hemlines no higher than four inches above the knee, it can't always be helped if a dress fit shows just a bit more than expected -- and this was the case for Kate's outfit for a 2018 royal visit to the University College London.

The Princess looked stylish as ever in a chic Paule Ka skirt suit that she had worn many times before.

Get more details here. 

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After this weekend 's abdication of Henri of Luxembourg, which was attended by a plethora of Europe's royals, another royal gathering will take place this Tuesday. 

King Felipe and Queen Letizia, who did not attend the abdication, will be in Belgium tomorrow to meet with Queen Felipe and Queen Mathilde on a very short trip. Highlighting the celebration of Spanish culture in Belgium, the king and queen will sit with the Belgian royals for a private lunch and then will head to the Palace of Fine Arts in Brussels to see the "Light and Shadow: Goya and Spanish Realism" exhibit. They will also attend the opening ceremony of the Europalia España festival.

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We still can't get over the lavender tulle and embroidered Elie Saab gown worn by Grand Duchess Stephanie at her husband, the Grand Duke Guillame's inauguration in Luxembourg following the Grand Duke Henri's abdication. 

So, we're looking back at all the best coronation and inauguration dresses from British, European royals and beyond. From Kate Middleton's unforgettable white coronation gown to Queen Maxima stunning cobalt blue dress, read here for all the best coronation fashion moments.

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Queen Mary has stepped out in the season's most on-trend hue, burgundy. Dressed in an asymmetrical skirt, suede pumps and a floral blouse as she attended the presentation of the 2025 Christmas stamp in Copenhagen. 

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This morning, in the illustrious Hall of Mirrors at the Prince's Palace, Prince Albert and H.E. Mr Jean d'Haussonville, French Ambassador to Monaco, presented two high French distinctions for Princess Caroline and Princess Stéphanie with new elevated ranks.

Princess Caroline was elevated to the rank of Grand Cross in the National Order of Merit, meanwhile, Princess Stéphanie was made an Officer in the National Order of the Legion of Honour.

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If you've recently found yourself in awe of the Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh's spate of autumnal looks, you're not alone. Sophie's fall-hued fashion is eye-catching and surprisingly accessible. Read about why HELLO! Online's Fashion Editor is obsessed with Duchess Sophie's autumn style.

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The trailer for season two of Máxima, which is based on Queen Maxima of the Netherlands' life story, appears to suggest that the Argentine-born royal had cold feet before her wedding to Willem-Alexander. 

Watch the dramatic trailer here.

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Famed author Dame Jilly Cooper, who was best known for her bestselling Rutshire Chronicles novels, and was a friend to Queen Camilla, sadly died aged 88 on Sunday 5 October. 

The writer, who was best known for her 'bonkbusters' including the sensationally popular Rivals, died unexpectedly on Sunday morning after a fall. Her two children, Felix and Emily, said in their statement that their mother's accident and passing had come as a “complete shock”.

Read more here. 

That's all the royal news we have for you today, folks, but come back right here tomorrow, October 7 in the morning for more royal content from HELLO!

Cheers!

Happy Tuesday! I'm keeping an eye on royal goings-on this morning. It's a busy day for Duchess Sophie who has a double engagement today. She will will visit Sparkle Sheffield and Skills Street in Sheffield, meanwhile her husband, Prince Edward will be visiting The Oval as Patron of The Lord's Taverners. Princess Anne's agenda is busy, as always, with management team meetings for Give Them a Sporting Chance and the Chaffinch Trust. I'll keep you up to date as things happen. 

King Charles' team at Highgrove take us back to summer with a wonderful reel from balmy days outside in the glorious garden.

Queen Elizabeth II pictured on 7 October 1964, during a visit to Canada. The monarch clutched a bouquet of flowers as she greeted smiling crowds, including many children.

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Queen Mary of Denmark flexed her fashion muscles last night as she opted for a sheer lace top for a special concert outing. Check out her head-turning look here.

His Majesty King Charles III and his team have been planning Christmas and it has now been revealed by The Royal Collection Trust when the each royal residence will welcome visitors for their Christmas experiences. The halls will be decked on 20 November at the Palace of Holyroodhouse and 27 November inside Windsor Castle. Expect epic trees and thousands of twinkling lights. All the details, here.

Meghan Markle wowed at Paris Fashion Week, and as well as her chic outfits, her glowing makeup was the talk of the town. Her makeup artist Daniel Martin admits: "I hadn't had a reaction like that since her wedding". Read full exclusive interview.

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King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain are welcomed by King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium as part of the Europalia Espagne 2025 Festival. The ladies nailed elegant occasionwear with Queen Letizia in an Armani ensemble and Queen Mathilde wowing in a red dress coat. 

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In a social media post created today, it was revealed that Prince William had an important meeting yesterday at Windsor Castle. Mr William Bax, The Secretary of the Duchy of Cornwall, was hosted and spoke to the future King, no doubt about their exciting plans ahead. 

Here at HELLO! we love a look through the fashion archives, and here's proof that Pippa Middleton is just as stylish as her royal sister... In 2011, weeks before Princess Kate said 'I do', Pippa flashed her legs in the cutest ra-ra skirt. Minis like this are back, and we want one! See the photo.

Queen Mary of Denmark nailed autumnal chic with plum-hued accessories today. Her impeccable outfit was a white lace skirt with navy wrap top. She was pictured alongside King Frederik X at the Parliament Opening at Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen.

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I'm handing over to Online Royal Correspondent, Danielle Stacey, to bring you this afternoon's royal updates. Farewell from me!

Good afternoon!

We know the Princess of Wales loves to shop from the high street as well as her rolodex of fashion houses, and our Lifestyle Writer, Katie Daly, has taken a trip down memory lane for this piece. 

Kate wore a damask mini dress from Zara while attending a Gary Barlow concert in support of The Prince's Trust and Prince William and Prince Harry's joint foundation, back in 2011 - her first year as a royal.

Take a look back here.

The Prince of Wales gave an insight into Prince George's academic strengths on Eugene Levy's The Reluctant Traveler show. 

The three Wales children are students at Lambrook School in Berkshire, but privacy is maintained around their school life.

See what William said about his eldest son.

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