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William & Kate to Live in Birkhall after Marriage

This is from People UK — hardly the most reliable source…

Prince William will make his dad’s Scottish hideaway his home after he marries Kate Middleton. The couple have already spent several romantic weekends at remote Birkhall, on the Queen’s Balmoral estate.

And aides reckon Wills, 27, will pop the question there once he’s finished his helicopter training with the RAF. “They have fallen in love with Birkhall and Prince Charles is keen for it to be handed on to them when they wed, which is highly likely next year.”

Sources say the prospect of him marrying Kate next year is “very high”. One said: “He’ll have completed his training by then and will have run out of excuses for keeping Kate waiting.”

“It was the Queen Mother’s favourite retreat and when she gave it to Charles she was adamant it must remain a fixture in the lives of the senior royals. Charles and Camilla used it for their second honeymoon in 2005 and offering it to William and Kate is the perfect way to ensure its continued use.”

Article: People UK






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Prince William Photo Collaboration for Homeless Charity


Video from the charity Crisis

Prince William has posed for a set of charity photographs taken by a cameraman who was once homeless. Jeff Hubbard, 53, took photos of the prince for an exhibition by homeless charity Crisis. The photos were taken last January at Rankin’s studios in Kentish Town, north London, before William went to New Zealand and Australia.

William also took pictures of Mr Hubbard under the guidance of celebrity photographer Rankin. Together they have created a diptych, two images that are always shown together. The image will go on display at the forthcoming A Positive View exhibition at Somerset House, London from 10 March until 5 April 2010, after which it will be sold at auction in aid of Crisis.

Some publications have insinuated that the pictures — showing William with darker, fuller hair — have been airbrushed, but Hello! Magazine, who ran the exclusive, denied it.

Below are more links to pictures and videos taken during the shoot:





Pictures: Getty Images
Videos: Crisis (A Positive View footage)
Articles: BBC | Daily Mail | Hello! Magazine
Links of Interest: Crisis Official site

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William & Harry Plan Joint Official Trip to Africa

Prince William and Prince Harry are planning their first official tour together in South Africa later this summer.  The trip – slated around June – is expected to include attending one of England’s World Cup football matches.

William, president of the Football Association, will also use the visit to help boost England’s bid to host the 2018 World Cup, as well as  charities in which he is involved.  The tour will also most likely include a visit to Harry’s Aids charity Sentebale in Lesotho.

Sentebale has been lauded for the great work it is doing in Lesotho.Prince Harry co-founded the charity Sentebale with Prince Seeiso of Lesotho in memory of their mothers (Sentebale means ‘Forget me not’) to support orphans and vulnerable children in Lesotho. It is helping AIDS victims, disadvantaged children and the community at large via education and healthcare.

Much of its work is made possible by generous donations and volunteers so if you don’t have summer plans yet, it could be a wonderful option to consider. You could even spread the word at your place of work, whether you work in a supermarket chain or one of the finest blackpool hotels– and make a joint donation with colleagues. That might an easier and more effective way to make a difference than waiting until one is able to make the trip to Lesotho!

More information about the possible tour in June will no doubt come to light in the upcoming weeks. Both Princes have very demanding schedules. Between military training and charity work neither of them have much spare time. There will be much excitement and interest should a tour be confirmed, especially since it is the first joint tour of the Princes.

No official announcement has been made yet as the boys are waiting to find out whether they will be able to take a break from their military training at the same time. A Clarence House spokesman says: “We cannot confirm if Prince William and Prince Harry will be visiting South Africa during the summer. However, they are keen to use the spotlight on South Africa during the World Cup to highlight many other issues that the region is tackling. Equally, Prince William is keen to support the FA with its bid to host the World Cup in England in 2018.”

Articles: The Telegraph | Hello! Magazine

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Harry & Chelsy Dine on Valentine’s Day

How did the couple — who are back on after last year’s 8-month break up — spend Valentine’s Day? According to Richard Kay of the Daily Mail, it’s dinner at Julie’s Restaurant in Holland Park, West London. It’s a popular place among celebrities and royals. Prince William and Kate Middleton — who spent Valentine’s day in the country — were once spotted there, and this was also where Prince Charles held his stag night before marrying Diana.

Says a fellow diner: ‘They were deep in conversation and looked very happy.’ Other couples in the restaurant’s ‘gothic’ room, where Madonna once dined with Guy Ritchie, barely gave them a second glance as they sipped champagne and ate from the £40-ahead menu on Saturday night.

Article: Daily Mail
Links of Interest: Julie’s Restaurant

Meanwhile, the Daily Star says naughty Prince Harry has told Lady GaGa that he wants to take her to his favorite drinking holes.

“Harry’s friends have told him he should take her out to Whisky Mist among the other clubs.” Lady GaGa says she’s besotted with the prince but added: “I could never give up my leather and lace.”

Article: Daily Star

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Prince Harry’s Video Message at the Brit Awards


Prince Harry’s video message aired during the Brit Awards – a ceremony honoring Britain’s finest in music.  Check out the precious awkward expression at the end!


Prince William to Attend BAFTAs

With Harry doing his bit in the music industry, William is confirmed to attend the BAFTAs (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) this Sunday.  He will be presenting an Academy lifetime fellowship award – the highest honour – to veteran actress Vanessa Redgrave.  Interestingly, Vanessa Redgrave is a known republican.  Her daughter Natasha Richardson died in a skiing accident last year. Kate Middleton will not be accompanying William to the awards ceremony.

Article: Daily Mail

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William & Kate’s Valentine’s Day Date

Prince William and girlfriend Kate Middleton spent Valentine’s Day together, opting for a quiet dinner at The Pot Kiln in Frilsham, West Berkshire.  Click on the link below to find pictures of the couple entering the pub.

Pictures: Zimbio | Pink is the New Blog
Link of Interest: The Pot Kiln Official SiteAbout The Pot Kiln

On a side note, Prince William is on the current cover of Hello! Magazine (dated Feb 22, 2010) with exclusive candid pictures taken by amateur snapper Jeff Hubbard – a man who until a few years ago was homeless in despair.  The stunning shots are the result of an extraordinary and unique collaboration in support of the national homelessness charity Crisis, and were taken under the guidance of renowned photographer Rankin.

Exclusive video footage of the shoot, in which Wills can be seen laughing and joking with Rankin and Jeff, can be viewed on Hellomagazine.com from this Friday.

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