'Shy' Princess Kate mouths unexpected greeting during Commonwealth Day service

The Princess of Wales mouthed an unexpected greeting during the Commonwealth Day service, delighting royal fans. 

On Monday, Kate, 44, joined her fellow members of the firm, including husband Prince William, and King Charles and Queen Camilla, for the annual Commonwealth Day service in Westminster Abbey. 

Sitting in the front row of the Abbey, she soon gave a friendly greeting when she saw someone she recognised, mouthing a quick "hello!" in acknowledgement. The sweet moment marked a temporary break from the formal service, with the Princess beaming and looking up from her programme. 

It's believed she was greeting The Sun's photographer Arthur Edwards, who has taken pictures of the royal family for more than 30 years. 

Delighted reactions

Taking to social media after the service, royal fans soon gushed over the sweet greeting. Sharing the video, one person wrote on X: "The Princess of Wales spotting royal photographer, Arthur Edwards, taking photos of her inside Westminster Abbey today! She’s so cute."

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A second said: "This is the most wholesome royal moment today. She’s so genuinely warm and kind, love how she always acknowledges people like Arthur who’ve been there forever. She has the most beautiful and authentic smile!" commented a third person. 

Others wrote: "The way she noticed Arthur smiled & said 'hello' is so adorable", adding: "Even after all these years she still acts shy for the cameras, it's cute to watch". 

Kate at the Commonwealth service

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After arriving at the Commonwealth service, Kate greeted King Charles with a deep curtsy in the ultimate sign of respect. She looked as stylish as ever in her formal outfit, which consisted of a glorious navy blue Catherine Walker coat dress, which featured bold 80s style shoulder pads and delicate pleated skirt detail.

The mother of Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis wore her trademark brunette hair in a lightly curled style, and her makeup looked as fresh and flawless as always. 

The royal also sported the Bahrain Pearl Drop earrings that once belonged to the late Queen Elizabeth II. The monarch wore them on her wedding day in 1947.