Royal family May 18-19: Cynthia Erivo and Luke Littler receive honours at Windsor Castle, VIP Chelsea Garden insight, more

Heart Radio listeners should keep an ear out on Friday, as Prince William is due to appear on the Breakfast show for a special Royal Broadcast from the Isles of Scilly. 

The news was announced on Heart's Instagram, in a caption that read: "This Friday morning, join @jamie.theakston and @noholdenback as they catch up with Prince William, live and exclusive on Heart Breakfast! Listen and watch live from 6.30am this Friday on @globalplayer and YouTube. Get all the info at heart.co.uk."

Charles Spencer, the brother of the late Princess Diana, has married his girlfriend, Cat Jarman, in a private ceremony. 

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The Earl, 61, tied the knot with Cat, a Norwegian archaeologist, in Arizona on Friday. The paired looked loved-up in the new pictures, which showed Cat, 43, wearing a white linen dress and heeled shoes, carrying a bouquet of white roses.

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In honour of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's eight-year wedding anniversary, our US royal correspondent has taken a look at the couple's liberating life in the United States and how they have finally found their freedom, in a move that Harry says his late mother Princess Diana "would have wanted" for him.

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Wicked actress Cynthia Erivo has also been made a Member of the Order of the British Empire by The Prince of Wales at Windsor Castle for her services to music and drama. She looked elegant in a black custom look from Givenchy by Sarah Burton, including a wool mohair double-breasted jacket and flowing tulle skirt.

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Speaking to the Press Association about the honour in December, Erivo said: "To be given this recognition to celebrate the work that I love to do within the arts, specifically music and drama, is an honour I could never have thought would happen.

"I hope it shows that I care deeply about the work and will continue to do so to the best of my abilities."

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Queen Margrethe of Denmark has been discharged from the Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen and is returning to Fredensborg Palace following a cardiac procedure. 

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The news was announced via official royal communications that read:

"Her Majesty Queen Margrethe has been discharged from Rigshospitalet today and is returning to Fredensborg Palace.

"Queen Margrethe also wishes to thank you for the many kind thoughts and greetings that have been sent to Her Majesty.

"In the coming time, Her Majesty must remain calm, and the planned presence at the Pantomime Theatre on Saturday, May 23, is therefore cancelled."

Queen Sonja of Norway, 88, has pulled out of an audience and official lunch with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Royal Palace of Oslo on Monday due to unforeseen circumstances. 

The palace later confirmed this was due to heart fibrillation, but said her future engagements are not expected to be affected.  

Simen Løvberg Sund, communications advisor at the Palace, told Dagbladet: "Her Majesty the Queen has cancelled her official programme today due to heart fibrillation. For now, only today's programme is affected."

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Matt Lucas has officially been made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire by the Prince of Wales at Windsor Castle on Tuesday.

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The actor, comedian and writer is best known for his onscreen roles in Little Britain, Bridesmaids and Alice in Wonderland. 

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Calling all royal fans in the US! Our host of A Right Royal Podcast – HELLO!'s Royal Editor Emily Nash – is recording a live podcast episode from the heart of New York City next month.

Those who are based in the US, and who couldn't make our live podcast in London last month, will have the opportunity to meet Emily in person on Tuesday 9th June at 3pm at Moxy NYC Chelsea. Find out how to get a heavily discounted ticket here. 

Mike Tindall was spotted singing to his wife Zara  in a sweet BTS roundup from the Mike Tindall Golf Day on Friday. 

The couple hosted the charity golf event with celebrities like John Terry, James Nesbitt and Ronan Keating to support Parkinson's and spinal injury foundations, featuring a dinner and both live and silent auctions.

Lady Eliza Spencer was the vision of glamour at the Chelsea Flower Show on Monday. 

Though the event usually calls for a more relaxed attire (the dress code is elegant smart-casual), the 33-year-old niece of Princess Diana opted for a full-length black evening gown, featuring a split that started at the hip to expose one leg.

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King Charles and Queen Camilla have arrived in Belfast for an unannounced visit. Arriving in the rain, the king and queen attended the Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann at Thompson Dock, Belfast. 

A Palace spokesperson said. ofthe visit: "The King and Queen are delighted to be returning to Northern Ireland. This visit will provide Their Majesties with an opportunity to reconnect with the people of Northern Ireland, for whom they hold deep admiration and friendship."

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Meghan Markle delighted royal fans on Tuesday when she shared aa selection of stunning unseen photographs from her wedding to Prince Harry – including a secret link to Prince William And Kate.  

In some of the snaps, Maria Teresa Turrión Borrallo, William and Kate's Norland nanny, was seen in the background, in her role looking after the couple's three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. 

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's eighth wedding anniversary photos have shared several unknown details about the celebration, including a sweet moment with Prince Archie's godmother, Isabel May. The couple's close friend, who is known as Izzy, was seen sharing a hug with the Duke of Sussex, wearing her identifiable butter-yellow dress and matching hat. Did you spot her?

The Duchess of Edinburgh looked like a royal Barbie in candy pink co-ord on day one of the 2026 Chelsea Flower Show. For those wondering how to recreate her summery outfit, she wore a £595 Theory trench coat and the matching £315 wool trousers from the same brand.

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New photos have emerged of Peter Phillips' ex-wife, Autumn Kelly, celebrating with her ex-sister-in-law, Zara Tindall, at the Mike Tindall Celebrity Golf Gala Night on 15 May.

Showing off their lasting bond, the Canadian businesswoman wore a boho dress from Bash Paris as she cosied up to Zara, who wore a Rebecca Vallance mini dress.

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King Charles and Queen Camilla kicked off a three-day tour of Northern Ireland with a lively welcome in Belfast, where they danced, played drums, and sampled local whiskey. 

The trip, conducted under tight security, began at the historic Thompson Dock, where they had a go at playing traditional bodhran drums while watching dancers perform to mark Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann coming to Belfast this August. The monarch appeared particularly enthused by the instrument - although he needed a quick lesson in how to play it. 

Their Majesties were greeted by over 200 performers to celebrate Belfast hosting Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann this coming August. As the world's largest festival of traditional Irish music, song, and dance, its arrival in the capital marks a historic milestone expected to draw thousands of global visitors and highlight the region's rich heritage.

The royal couple walked through a welcoming lineup of local schoolchildren playing traditional instruments like harps and whistles, following an instrumental rendition of "I’ll Tell Me Ma." The event also highlighted Belfast’s growing ethnic diversity, featuring dance groups representing Polish, Mexican, and Multi-Ethnic Sports and Culture Northern Ireland (MSCNI) communities."

King Charles shared a warm embrace with Tendai Nyamayaro, a 38-year-old Belfast resident originally from Zimbabwe. "The King’s got rhythm! He did have some rhythm!" Mr. Nyamayaro joked afterward. "What a beautiful thing to have happened. Showing up to celebrate our different cultures here in Belfast... The people are lovely, so friendly and welcoming."

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A keen canine lover, Queen Camilla looked delighted as she gave Tilly the dog a cuddle during a visit to Fane Street Primary School in Belfast. King Charles's wife also chatted to five-year-old pupil Tawnie during the very special engagement. 

Last year, Queen Camilla received a bundle of letters from pupils inviting her to come and visit. The school is a vibrant and welcoming community, with 285 pupils representing 45 countries and speaking an impressive 47 different languages.

The Queen will observe the extensive support systems offered to families outside of standard academics. Because refugees and asylum seekers make up 19% of the student body, Fane Street Primary places a heavy emphasis on community integration. 

The royal visit will wrap up with a special school assembly. Her Majesty will join the student body to view a showcase of their recent achievements in literacy, performance, and the arts. Before departing, the Queen will meet with individual students, hand out a select number of awards, and unveil a plaque to commemorate her visit. 

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Prince Edward has discussed his late father Prince Philip's legacy in a new interview. Established in 1956 by the late Duke of Edinburgh and educational pioneer Kurt Hahn, the programme helps young people develop essential life and work skills outside of the classroom.The youth development scheme challenges youngsters aged between 14 and 24 to learn new skills, get outside, take part in adventures and conduct volunteer work, prioritising self-improvement rather than competing against others

"The award's been around for 70 years. People perpetually say, is it still relevant? And actually, I think it's becoming more relevant by the year. The actual framework hasn't changed at all but because young people choose the activities, that's constantly changing, it's evolving all the time. We don't have to change it. 

"But actually, in this increasingly technological world, the importance of human skills, the emotional intelligence and the confidence and the ability to make the right decisions... These sorts of skills are even more important today. It's the same message coming from all these employers, how do we do this? And what the DoE is saying is that we can."

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The Prince and Princess of Wales have officially recognised the hard work of one of their most trusted staff members. During the investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle on Tuesday, 43-year-old Prince William presented their long-time driver and orderly, Lance Sergeant Scott Robin Bishop, with the Royal Victorian Medal (Silver).

Lance Sergeant Bishop received the prestigious honor specifically for his "services to the Prince and Princess of Wales." For years, he has played a crucial role in the royal household, driving the couple to official public engagements as well as private commitments. 

The award serves to spotlight the vital, yet often unseen, staff members who keep the royal family’s daily schedules running smoothly. Bishop shared the prestigious occasion with several high-profile figures, including actors Cynthia Erivo and Matt Lucas.

Following the news of his marriage earlier today, Earl Charles Spencer has broken his silence about his surprise nuptials with a post on Instagram.

"15 May 2026 - the happiest day ever. A very close friend said to me, months ago: 'The thing about Cat is, she’d want to be with you if you lived in a hut.' Little did I know she’d also be happy to marry me in a desert 🌵Photography: Caitlyn Jennings," he wrote.

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Actor and comedian Matt Lucas has shared that The Prince of Wales will be traveling to Istanbul to watch his beloved football club, Aston Villa, compete against Freiburg in the Europa League final.

The Little Britain star, 52, spoke to the Press Association at Windsor Castle on Tuesday after receiving an OBE for services to drama. Matt revealed: "I asked him about football and whether he would be able to get to the cup final tomorrow that Aston Villa are playing in, and he said he can. He asked me what I was up to workwise and said some kind things about my work."

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Princess Anne was the centre of attention when she hosted the Not Forgotten Association Annual Garden Party at Buckingham Palace. The Not Forgotten Association is a tri-service charity which provides entertainment, leisure and recreation for the serving wounded, injured or sick and for ex-service men and women with disabilities. 

The Princess Royal looked super chic in a mint green plaid coat teamed with a bow-embellished hat. She accessorised with her trusty black suede gloves and block-toe heels.

An over-enthusiastic King Charles needed a quick lesson in technique while trying out a traditional musical instrument alongside Queen Camilla on Tuesday. Watch the moment in the video above. 

The royal couple joined a folk group in Belfast’s Titanic Quarter for a performance before sampling some local Irish whiskey. During the event, they were presented with traditional Irish Bodhrán drums.

That's it from us in the London office, handing over to Beatriz Colon in Los Angeles to bring you all the latest royal news, live as it happens. 

Our royal correspondent Emily Nash looks forward to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show every year, an event she describes as a riot of color, scent and celebrity.

This year, the guests of honor were the King and Queen, who were joined by the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, the Princess Royal and the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester. And for the monarch and his wife, both devoted gardeners, it was a chance to see some particularly personal touches up close.

From banned gnomes to a sweet family throwback, plus a beautiful, hidden tribute to a young Prince William and Prince Haakon, Emily reveals the deeply personal touches hidden inside King Charles' RHS Chelsea garden below.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's newly-released wedding photos to mark their eighth anniversary have sparked a flurry of excitement among royal fans, as many reminisce about their may 2018 nuptials. 

Seventeen years before Harry and Meghan walked down the aisle at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, however, another royal couple wed on the same date. 

To mark 25 years since they wed, the younger brother of Dutch King Willem-Alexander, Prince Constantijn, and his wife, Princess Laurentien of the Netherlands, also took to Instagram to share throwback photos.

See the heartwarming commemoration, and the Princess' dress' similarities to that of Meghan's, here. 

The Prince and Princess of Wales moved into their new home, Forest Lodge, in November last year, and there is one member of staff the royal couple reportedly won't have, according to royal biographer Robert Hardman, who revealed such in his book, New King, New Court.

Find out more here. 

The Duchess of Sussex wore a quintessentially royal look on May 17 when she stepped out in Geneva for a meeting with the Director-General of the World Health Organization, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, and Brazil's Health Minister, Alexandre Padilha, during a trip focused on advocacy for safer online spaces.

Meghan, 44, opted for a breezy spring look featuring a 'Cotton Silk Double-Face Sheath Dress in Lilac' by Akris, as identified by Royal British Fashion on Instagram. It came in a pencil-cut silhouette and was sleeveless. The scoop neck dress looked like a 2026 spin on Princess Diana's beautiful lilac dress from 1996.

See — and shop it — here.