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Paul Harrison @SkyNewsRoyal
#royal #William President of BAFTA, will visit BAFTA headquarters for the launch of a new campaign entitled 'Give Something Back' on Nov 18
Rebecca English @RE_DailyMail
Prince William will launch a new BAFTA campaign 'Give Something Back' supporting young people entering film and tv industries on Nov 18.
Victoria Arbiter @victoriaarbiter
November 18th the Duke of Cambridge will launch a new campaign "Give Something Back" at the BAFTA headquarters. #william #royal
Richard Palmer @RoyalReporter
Prince William, president, will visit BAFTA HQ on Nov 18 to launch a campaign to help young people enter the film, TV and games industries.
Cindy
William has been president of BAFTA since February 2010, so he will be occasionally attending events that center around their causes. William follows family members in the role ... Prince Philip was the first president of the organization; Earl Mountbatten was president after Prince Philip, and Princess Anne followed Earl Mountbatten.
https://www.bafta.org/about/key-personnel/baftas-royal-connections,3689,BA.html
Cindy
http://www.bafta.org/press/hrh-the-duke-of-cambridge-to-attend-launch-of-bafta-give-something-back-industry-campaign,295,SNS.html
Quote London, Monday 4 November: The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) today announced that HRH The Duke of Cambridge, President of BAFTA, will visit BAFTA's headquarters in London on Monday 18 November for the launch of a new campaign to support young people from all backgrounds to enter the film, television and games industries.
The BAFTA 'Give Something Back' campaign will call on BAFTA members, award winners and industry organisations to contribute towards BAFTA's charitable activities that share the knowledge and expertise of industry practitioners with new and emerging talent. These initiatives include mentoring, scholarships, guest lectures and summer work placements.
During his visit, The Duke will hear from a number of beneficiaries of BAFTA initiatives before giving a speech to formally launch the 'Give Something Back' campaign. The Duke will also meet students from London secondary schools taking part in a games design workshop with games professionals from leading UK-based studios. The workshop marks the re-launch of the BAFTA Young Game Designers initiative, which includes an annual competition and uses workshops and online resources to give an insight into the craft of game creation whilst raising awareness of the careers available in the sector.
John Willis, Chairman of BAFTA, said: "We look forward to welcoming our President, HRH The Duke of Cambridge, for the launch of 'Give Something Back'. The Duke is a generous supporter of BAFTA's work to enable talented young people, regardless of background, to succeed in our industries. This includes giving his name to the Prince William Scholarships in Film, Television and Games, supported by BAFTA and Warner Bros., which were awarded for the first time earlier this year."
That's correct. Nothing but smoozing with celebrities and tripping up the red carpet. That's our lazy no-nothing prince. [/sarcasm]
BAFTA @BAFTA At #BAFTA HQ right now awaiting the arrival of President HRH The Duke of Cambridge to launch our #GiveBack campaign. Twitter / BAFTA: At #BAFTA HQ right now awaiting ... (https://twitter.com/BAFTA/status/402379177959374848/photo/1)
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BAFTA @BAFTA HRH The Duke of Cambridge; "today more than ever young people need nurture & support to achieve their potential" #GiveBack @ClarenceHouse
BAFTA @BAFTA BAFTA's work allows young people to; "learn from & work side by side with, the best in the business" HRH The Duke of Cambridge #GiveBack
BAFTA Games @BAFTAGames The Duke of Cambridge expressed particular excitement for #BAFTA Young Game Designers today, when he launched our #GiveBack campaign #YGD
BAFTA Games @BAFTAGames HRH The Duke of Cambridge, who admits himself to be "an enthusiastic, but quite useless gamer" is spending the morning at our #YGD workshop
David Tennant Forum @DTForum "@BAFTA's work allows young people to; "learn from & work side by side with, the best in the business" HRH The Duke of Cambridge #GiveBack"
QuoteLONDON – Prince William, in his role as president of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, on Monday delivered a call to arms for a new campaign that looks to support young people from all backgrounds who want to enter the film, TV and games industries.
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Prince William said BAFTA's plan to get the next generation into the industry was a "splendid opportunity for the supremely talented" to get involved.
More: Prince William Launches BAFTA 'Give Something Back' Youth Campaign - The Hollywood Reporter (http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/prince-william-launches-bafta-give-656871)
British Council Film @British_Film We've just enjoyed another regular morn @BAFTA in the company of HRH Duke of Cambridge launching #GiveBack campaign! Twitter / BAFTA: At #BAFTA HQ right now awaiting ... (https://twitter.com/BAFTA/status/402379177959374848/photo/1)
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QuoteThe BAFTA 'Give Something Back' campaign calls on BAFTA members, winners and industry organisations to share their knowledge with new and emerging talent via mentoring, scholarships, guest lectures and summer work placements.
During this morning's visit to BAFTA headquarters, The Duke of Cambridge heard from recent mentees and dropped in on a games design workshop with students from London schools, as part of the Young Game Designers initiative.
More: Prince William launches BAFTA 'Give Something Back' campaign | News | Screen (http://www.screendaily.com/territories/uk-ireland/prince-william-launches-bafta-give-something-back-campaign/5063752.article)
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QuoteStanding in front of BAFTA members and beneficiaries, William gave an inspirational speech to formally launch the campaign.
"Today, more than ever, young people need nurture and support to achieve their potential," said the new father.
William then went on to praise BAFTA for its work, which he said allows people to "learn from and work side by side with the best in the business". The second-in-line to the throne also urged industry professionals to contribute to the Give Something Back campaign.
More:
Prince William attends BAFTA charity event without Kate and George - hellomagazine.com (http://www1.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2013111815701/william-and-kate-bafta-event/)
Prince William admits Kate won't let him get a Playstation as he visits BAFTA headquarters | Royal | News | Daily Express (http://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/443726/Prince-William-admits-Kate-won-t-let-him-get-a-Playstation-as-he-visits-BAFTA-headquarters)
QuoteHRH The Duke Of Cambridge Officially Launches Bafta 'Give Something Back' Industry Campaign
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) today welcomed BAFTA President, HRH The Duke of Cambridge, to formally launch a major new campaign to support young people from all backgrounds to enter the film, television and games industries.
The BAFTA 'Give Something Back' campaign calls on BAFTA members, award winners and industry organisations to contribute towards BAFTA's charitable activities that share the knowledge and expertise of industry practitioners with new and emerging talent. These initiatives include mentoring, scholarships, guest lectures and summer work placements. Full details of the campaign, and how to contribute, are available at BAFTA Giving - About - The BAFTA site (http://www.bafta.org/about/giving).
During his visit to BAFTA headquarters, 195 Piccadilly in London, The Duke heard from recent beneficiaries of BAFTA initiatives, and dropped in on a games design workshop where students from five London schools – Paddington Academy, Westminster Academy, The Charter School, Highgate Wood School and The BRIT School – were given an insight into the craft of game creation by professionals at leading UK-based games companies. The workshop marks the re-launch of the BAFTA Young Game Designers initiative, which includes a UK-wide annual competition and uses workshops and online resources to inspire the game-makers of the future.
More: HRH The Duke Of Cambridge Officially Launches Bafta ‘Give Something Back’ Industry Campaign - Press Release (http://spong.com/press_release/30930/HRH-The-Duke-Of-Cambridge-Officially-Launches-Bafta-Give-Something-Back-Industry-Campaign)
QuotePrince William Launches BAFTA 'Give Something Back' Youth Campaign
Prince William, in his role as president of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, on Monday delivered a call to arms for a new campaign that looks to support young people from all backgrounds who want to enter the film, TV and games industries.
Prince William said BAFTA's plan to get the next generation into the industry was a "splendid opportunity for the supremely talented" to get involved.
The Duke of Cambridge made the comments as he visited BAFTA's headquarters in London on Monday for the official launch of organization's "Give Something Back" campaign, which aims to get BAFTA members, award winners and industry organizations involved in a push to share the knowledge and expertise of industry practitioners with new and emerging talent.
More: Prince William Launches BAFTA 'Give Something Back' Youth Campaign - The Hollywood Reporter (http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/prince-william-launches-bafta-give-656871)
Cindy
QuoteWilliam, who was visiting Bafta today to launch its Give Something Back appeal, also road-tested several games while attending Bafta's Young Game Designers Workshop.
"The UK's gaming industry is one of the strongest in the world," he said.
"Our developers are more in demand than ever before, so I hope the young people take inspiration from today's workshop, and get a taste for what a career in games might be like.
"I know that I, for one, as an enthusiastic but quite useless gamer, look forward to playing the weird and wonderful games which these young people dream up in the future."
More:
Duke backs Bafta games initiative | London Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/panewsfeeds/duke-backs-bafta-games-initiative-8947214.html)
From ITV: William shows off his 'useless' video gaming skills - ITV News (http://www.itv.com/news/update/2013-11-18/william-shows-of-his-useless-video-gaming-skills/)
QuotePrince William Attends Launch of New BAFTA Campaign (VIDEO)
The Duke of Cambridge, President of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA), visited BAFTA headquarters for the launch of new campaign 'Give Something Back' which aims to support young people from all backgrounds to enter the film, television and games industries.
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Cindy
The Duke Of Cambridge Attends The Launch Of The BAFTA 'Give Something Back' Campaign - Pictures - Zimbio (http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/3iPQnB-XBub/Duke%20Cambridge%20Attends%20Launch%20BAFTA%20Give%20Something)
William looks so handsome today.
QuoteThe Duke of Cambridge Launches the BAFTA Give Something Back Campaign
The Duke of Cambridge put his own video gaming skills to the test in front of a room of onlookers today. His Royal Highness, who was visiting BAFTA today to launch its Give Something Back appeal, also road-tested several games while attending the organisation's Young Game Designers Workshop.
"The UK's gaming industry is one of the strongest in the world," he said.
"Our developers are more in demand than ever before, so I hope the young people take inspiration from today's workshop, and get a taste for what a career in games might be like.
"I know that I, for one, as an enthusiastic but quite useless gamer, look forward to playing the weird and wonderful games which these young people dream up in the future."
More: The Duke of Cambridge launches the BAFTA Give Something Back campaign (http://www.princeofwales.gov.uk/news-and-diary/the-duke-of-cambridge-launches-the-bafta-give-something-back-campaign)
QuoteA Speech by HRH The Duke of Cambridge at BAFTA Give Something Back Campaign Launch
As President of BAFTA, I'm delighted to be here to launch its "Give Something Back" campaign, and I sincerely hope everyone working in the UK film, television and games industries will support this fantastic new initiative.
Today, more than ever, young people and career-starters need nurture and support to achieve their potential and to succeed. This includes the chance to learn from, and work side-by-side with, the best in the business.
"Give Something Back" is a special opportunity for our supremely talented professionals to offer a small amount of their time, or money, to contribute to BAFTA’s learning programme.
More: Speech (http://www.princeofwales.gov.uk/news-and-diary/9140/speech)
Cindy
Clarence House @ClarenceHouse The Duke of Cambridge, President of @BAFTA will attend the @EE British Academy Film Awards on 16th February Diary (http://www.dukeandduchessofcambridge.org/news-and-diary/diary) #EEBAFTAs
Gordon Rayner @gordonrayner Prince William will present Helen Mirren with Fellowship award at BAFTAs on Feb 16. He gave same award to Vanessa Redgrave in 2010.
QuotePrince William is to attend this year's BAFTA awards at The Royal Opera House in London.
The Duke of Cambridge will attend as President of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts on February 16.
During the evening, the Prince will meet representatives of the awards and watch the award ceremony, which is one of the highlights of the award season.
More: Prince William to present Dame Helen Mirren with Fellowship Award at this year's BAFTAS | Royal Central (http://www.royalcentral.co.uk/cambridges/prince-william-to-present-helen-mirren-with-fellowship-award-at-this-years-baftas-23107)
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QuoteHRH The Duke of Cambridge to Attend EE British Academy Film Awards
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has today announced that HRH The Duke of Cambridge, President of the Academy, will attend the EE British Academy Film Awards on Sunday 16 February.
His Royal Highness will walk the red carpet at London's Royal Opera House, watch the awards ceremony and present Dame Helen Mirren with the Academy Fellowship, the highest accolade bestowed by the Academy.
Amanda Berry OBE, Chief Executive of BAFTA, said: "We are delighted to welcome our President back to the EE British Academy Film Awards. The Duke loves film and he is incredibly supportive of the work BAFTA does. Over the last year, The Duke has attended the launch of our 'Give Something Back' campaign and also given his name to three BAFTA scholarships, helping us deliver our shared ambition of giving talented young people a chance to succeed, regardless of their background."
More: http://www.bafta.org/press/hrh-the-duke-of-cambridge-to-attend-ee-british-academy-film-awards,320,SNS.html
Cindy
Glad to see that Dame Helen is being honored with this award considering her incredible career.
Video: Dame Helen Mirren to receive Bafta award from Prince William - BelfastTelegraph.co.uk (http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/video-news/video-dame-helen-mirren-to-receive-bafta-award-from-prince-william-30013095.html)
I love Helen Mirran, always nice to see her movies. I wonder how they will do together. She is a professional, so she will probably pull it off.
QuoteThe royal joined a long list of big-named stars as he chatted to crowds on his way into the event.
Attending as the honorary president of the film academy, the second in line to the throne is set to present an award to British actress Helen Mirren.
Mirren, 68, who played the Duke of Cambridge's grandmother Queen Elizabeth in 2006, is being recognised for her outstanding contribution to film over her nearly 50-year career.
More: A Royal Winner: Prince William attends BAFTA awards as guest of honour | Royal | News | Daily Express (http://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/460135/A-Royal-Winner-Prince-William-attends-BAFTA-awards-as-guest-of-honour)
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QuoteArriving to huge cheers from the crowd, Prince William looked dapper in a black suit as he stepped onto the red carpet at this evening's EE BAFTA award ceremony in London.
The Duke of Cambridge is joining a host of Hollywood stars including Cate Blanchett, Leonardo DiCaprio and Amy Adams.
During the evening, the Prince who will be attending as President of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, will meet representatives from the academy and will later watch the awards ceremony.
More: Prince William greets fans on the red carpet at BAFTA awards in London | Royal Central (http://www.royalcentral.co.uk/cambridges/prince-william-greets-fans-on-the-red-carpet-at-bafta-awards-in-london-23629)
:thanks: Princess of Peace for sharing tonight's video.
So lovely to see Dame Helen curtsey to Prince William, a Duke of the Blood Royal. I love England :)
Oh, I saw Dustin Hoffman! :clap: Sorry, that's off-topic, but I always get excited when I see Dustin Hoffman. :P Back on topic ... is Vanessa Redgrave from this year or last year?
Cindy
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QuoteHe attended the awards ceremony as the president and guest of honour of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts.
But Prince William could not resist dropping the heirs and graces for a second to high-five Tinie Tempah as he performed a duet with Laura Mvula to open the ceremony on Sunday evening.
The heir to the throne grinned as he acknowledged the rapper while sitting on the front row in the Royal Albert Hall, in London.
More: Prince William | Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2560935/Prince-William-high-fives-Tinie-Tempah-calling-Dame-Helen-Mirren-granny-2014-BAFTAs.html)
Great pictires of William!
Video: BBC News - Tinie Tempah on high-fiving Prince William (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-26222340#?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter)
QuoteThe Duke of Cambridge Attends the 2014 BAFTA Awards
The Duke of Cambridge attended the 2014 EE British Academy Film Awards this evening, where he presented the Fellowship Award to Dame Helen Mirren.
His Royal Highness, who has been President of the organisation since 2010, said the awards were "a wonderful way" to recognise the UK film industry.
The Awards draw some of the biggest names in film and fans lined up alongside the red carpet to get a glimpse of celebrities including Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Amy Adams, Eddie Redmayne and Martin Scorsese.
More: The Duke of Cambridge attends the 2014 BAFTA Awards (http://www.princeofwales.gov.uk/news-and-diary/the-duke-of-cambridge-attends-the-2014-bafta-awards)
QuoteRemarks by HRH The Duke of Cambridge at the Bafta Awards 2014
As President of BAFTA it gives me great pleasure to present the Fellowship.
The Fellowship is the highest honour the Academy can bestow and is presented to an individual who has made an outstanding and exceptional contribution to film.
More: Speech (http://www.princeofwales.gov.uk/news-and-diary/9546/speech)
Cindy
Prince William at BAFTA to honour Helen Mirren | Royal Insight (http://www.royalinsight.net/prince-william-at-bafta-to-honour-helen-mirren/)
Loved the little joke about Helen Mirren being William's grandmother. A fun reference to
The Queen. :D
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QuoteShe famously took on the role of his grandma the Queen in the 2006 Stephen Frears film.
And Prince William couldn't resist referencing it as he presented Dame Helen Mirren with the Fellowship Award at the BAFTAs on Sunday evening.
Talking about Helen, the young royal said she was 'an extremely talented British actress I should probably call Granny'.
Prince William jokes with The Queen actress Dame Helen Mirren as he presents her with BAFTA Fellowship Award | Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2560806/Dame-Helen-Mirren-opts-timeless-elegance-dramatic-semi-sheer-ruffle-skirted-gown-accepts-BAFTA-Fellowship-Prince-William.html)
QuoteFor a second year, three students will each receive one of the Prince William Scholarships in Film, Television and Games, supported by BAFTA and Warner Bros. These scholarships, an integral element of Warner Bros. Creative Talent, Warner Bros.' investment in UK creative industries' skills and training, are awarded in the name of HRH The Duke of Cambridge in his role as President of BAFTA. The recipients will have their fees funded by Warner Bros. and will additionally receive a short funded work placement within the Warner Bros. group of companies, access to a Warner Bros. mentor, and invitations to a series of industry masterclasses.
More: http://www.bafta.org/about/supporting-talent/scholarships,3731,BA.html
Good luck to the applicants. :thumbsup:
'Brooklyn Boy' set for national stage with help from Duke of Cam - New York News (http://www.myfoxny.com/story/28925272/brooklyn-boy-national-stage)
QuoteWe first introduced you to Steven Prescod back in December when he performed his one man show called "Brooklyn Boy" for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. It was then and there the Prince made a promise to help get Steven on a world stage.
Four months later, it is happening. I got to sit down with Steven for this exclusive interview before his big performance.
"We have been stuck in a cave, just been working on this play," Prescod said. "Right now we are up to 90 minutes in this play. And I can't wait to share it with the world."
What was an 8-minute autobiographic monologue has turned into a massive production. In it, Steven talks about being raised by a single mother, getting arrested, and facing a seven-year prison sentence.
"I am the only one who is talking in the show," he said. "But we do have singers there will be singers and dancers. Their faces are not seen -- they're just going to be silhouettes around me. We're like making a new version of a one-man show."
Prince William connected Steven with the British Academy of Film and Television Arts. The organization is sponsoring Wednesday's press junket and Thursday's showcase of "Brooklyn Boy" at the National Black Theatre in Harlem.
What a wonderful update on this story! :nod: I remember when Will and Kate saw the performance in New York and how enthusiastic Will was about it. Great to see him taking steps to help out this talented young man, and a great synergy with his BAFTA connection. I hope the show is very successful!
Great news and I wish this young man the best of luck!
How very William to do something like this and carry through with his word! I think the results be will be awesome!
CTBF | The Cinema and Television Benevolent Fund - Home (http://www.ctbf.co.uk/) A little information about the charity that the benefit premiere is helping to fund. This is the leading charity in the UK's film industry to assist those men and women working behind the camera. One of its primary functions is to assist them during times of unemployment, bereavement, injury etc...
Roya Nikkhah @RoyaNikkhah
The Duke & Duchess of Cambridge & Prince Harry will join kids from their charities at their charities forum hosted by @BAFTA @aardman Oct 26
October 26 premier Spectre 007
Spoiler alert and final trailer
Quote. Spectre (12A)
Rating:
Does it warrant all the hype, the secrecy, the breathless anticipation? Indubitably, yes.
From the exhilarating pre-credits sequence, against the backdrop of the Day of the Dead festival in Mexico City, to a spectacular denouement in the shadow of the Houses of Parliament, Spectre is a proper joyride of a James Bond film.
It features everything (with the exception of a really memorable theme song) that most of us hope for in a 007 picture: great gadgets, stunts, and a handful of laugh-out loud one-liners
Will it overtake Bond's last outing, Skyfall, which took over $1 billion at the global box-office, to become the most successful British-made film ever? Well, it stands every chance.
And we live in record-breaking times. Spectre not only features the oldest of all Bond "girls" in 51-year-old Monica Bellucci, it is also, at nigh on two and a half hours, the longest of all 24 Bond films.
Read more: Spectre warrants all the hype with 007 returning to his murderous, glamorous best | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/reviews/article-3283684/Spectre-review-Bond-s-white-suit-spectacular-joyride-film-BRIAN-VINER-says-Spectre-warrants-hype.html#ixzz3pFXlHQZs)
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The premier funds will go to HM royal patronage CTBF | The Cinema and Television Benevolent Fund - Patrons (http://www.ctbf.co.uk/patrons.php)
Tomorrow the three will attend a Charities Forum event and in the evening, the gala black tie premiere of the James Bond movie Spectre.
Kate Middleton joins Princes William and Harry at BAFTA for Shaun the Sheep premiere | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-3289766/She-looks-world-Duchess-Cambridge-steps-375-space-inspired-dress-joins-Princes-William-Harry-BAFTA-enjoy-Shaun-Sheep-premiere.html)
The trio attended the "Shaun the Sheep" premiere and a workshop at a BAFTA event today.
QuoteKate looks smashing as 'Bond babe'
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge was a true head-turner, as she arrived at Royal Albert Hall in London on Monday evening, ready to watch the premiere of the new Bond film Spectre.
In fact, Catherine could almost be mistaken for being a real 'Bond babe' herself. Flanked by two handsome Princes in true Bond attire, Prince William and Prince Harry, Catherine looked absolutely stunning in her flowy pale blue gown.
The dress was by Jenny Packham — one of the Duchess's favourite designers — and featured a chiffon wrap front and a beautifully draped semi-open back. A glittering waistband underlined Catherine's tiny waist.
Read more:
Kate looks smashing as 'Bond babe' | Royalista (http://royalista.com/119482/kate-looks-smashing-bond-babe/)
Kate Middleton and Prince William to Attend 2017 BAFTAs | Variety (http://variety.com/2017/film/news/kate-middleton-prince-william-2017-bafta-1201971492/)
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrive on Bafta red carpet (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/films/2017/02/12/duke-duchess-cambridge-arrive-bafta-red-carpet/)
BAFTA on Twitter: "BAFTA President HRH The Duke of Cambridge introduces the Fellowship award. #EEBAFTAs https://t.co/IVE7Xpp81p" (https://twitter.com/BAFTA/status/830910190794977280)
The Duke & Duchess of Cambridge both looked lovely at the BAFTA 2017 event! I like the Duchess's updo hairstyle & dress. :)
QuoteDuchess of Cambridge steals the show at Baftas
On Sunday evening, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge had a date night out attending the Baftas, of which the Duke is President.
The Duchess stole the show, which was originally what some organisers feared. Walking the red carpet with Prince William looking dapper in a tux, the Duchess wore a black and floral, off-the-shoulder Alexander McQueen gown with her hair beautifully tied up.
As lovely as the dress was, her earrings may have been what caused all the commotion. Kate donned chandelier-style earrings that could be seen a mile away. Kensington Palace did note that they were not borrowed from The Queen, but any more information as to if they were Kate's or taken from another collection remain to be a mystery.
Read more:
Duchess of Cambridge steals the show at Baftas – Royal Central (http://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/cambridges/duchess-of-cambridge-steals-the-show-at-baftas-76409)
Quote12-02-2017 Catherine (L), Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge attend the 70th EE British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) at Royal Albert Hall in London, Britain.
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Darn but Catherine looks gorgeous and so happy with her life..........That is one very beautiful gown she is wearing and those earrings are to die for. William looks just handsome and both look like they are still deep in love.........way to go! :friends:
I liked Kate's dress, except for the shoulder straps and the hairstyle. I thought the pattern and ruffles were cool, but the straps made it seem more suited for Tara in the Old South.
I love it that she went atypical of her unicolor long dresses.
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will attend the #EEBAFTAs Awards ceremony at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday 10th February.
The Duke, @BAFTA President, and The Duchess will meet BAFTA representatives and watch the ceremony. The Duke will also present the Fellowship award.
The nominees had a dinner party at KP last night
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This Saturday night, we will be LIVE from the red carpet on Facebook from 7pm at the BAFTA Nespresso Nominees' Party at Kensington Palace, hosted by Alice Levine and Alex Zane. @Standardinsider #EEBAFTAs #NespressoTalents
Discover more: Nespresso BAFTA Awards 2019 (https://bit.ly/2Bpt2CG)
Tonight's Bafta Awards
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You can watch the red carpet on YouTube, Twitter and Facebook @BAFTA. It begins at 5pm GMT.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are the last to arrive -just before 6.30pm GMT (that's the time the livestream ends).
BBC1 will be deferring the Bafta Awards, starts at 7:00 p.m. BST but will be aired at 9:00 p.m. BST
Catherine is wearing part of her late mother-in-law's South Sea pearl and diamond earrings tonight along with the drops from the Collinwood diamond/pearl earrings.
Princess Diana?s South-Sea Pearl Earrings | The Royal Watcher (http://royalwatcherblog.com/2017/08/17/princess-dianas-south-sea-pearl-earrings/)
QuoteUPDATE- The Duchess of Cambridge wore the top portion of Princess Diana?s South-Sea Pearl Earrings paired with the pearls from her Collingwood Pearl Earrings at the BAFTAs in February 2019!
Kensington Palace on Twitter: "The Duchess of Cambridge congratulates Rachel Weisz, winner of the @BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actress in The (https://twitter.com/kensingtonroyal/status/1094723210413817856?s=21)
Kensington Palace on Twitter: "The Duke of Cambridge, @BAFTA President, congratulates Letitia Wright, Winner of the Rising Star Award. #EEBAFTAs? " (https://twitter.com/kensingtonroyal/status/1094722292070973441?s=21)
Kensington Palace on Twitter: "The Duke, @BAFTA President, and The Duchess were greeted by BAFTA CEO Amanda Berry on the red carpet ahead of (https://twitter.com/kensingtonroyal/status/1094679532077019136?s=21)
Congratulations to tonight's winners at the BAFTA awards. IMO the BAFTA President and his elegant wife looked very pleased to be there celebrating the best of the British Film and Television industry.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrive at BAFTAs - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUXyBeAvWQM&app=desktop)
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Duke and Duchess of Cambridge meet BAFTA winners - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwEgTLlH7uA&app=desktop)
The couple looked lovely.
https://twitter.com/i/status/1094686473419411457
https://twitter.com/i/status/1094741303395581955
They probably HAD to watch all the nominated films, in order to chit chat what they said to each winner, on point.
It sucks not being on point, the only way is by not watching the film (s).
So good for them (it's the first time in their 3 bafta's that the couple are filmed by the Royal Channel congratulating and stating why, I watched the movie ;) their actions/reactions by royals and actors and actresses, film directors and producers, one can tell, rather than confused with a royal comment)
I loved the Mexican film ROMA, a must watch. William loved it too.
She looked great. She always shows up really elegant at BAFTA
ALICE SMELLIE on how the duchess followed in the footsteps of Diana and the Queen by daring to bare | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-6693579/ALICE-SMELLIE-duchess-followed-footsteps-Diana-Queen-daring-bare.html)
Prince William Meets Bradley Cooper at the BAFTAs | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/prince-william-meets-bradley-cooper-baftas/)
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Click here to see the best pictures of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge at the BAFTAs ? Royal Central (http://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/cambridges/click-here-to-see-the-best-pictures-of-the-duke-and-duchess-of-cambridge-at-the-baftas-115813)
Quote from: sara8150 on February 12, 2019, 05:12:51 PM
ALICE SMELLIE on how the duchess followed in the footsteps of Diana and the Queen by daring to bare | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-6693579/ALICE-SMELLIE-duchess-followed-footsteps-Diana-Queen-daring-bare.html)
It's a classic evening look that QEII, Princess Margaret, Diana, Princess of Wales and other royal ladies have worn for years. :Jen:
Prince William and Kate Middleton arranged private screening of this Oscar-nominated film for Prince George (https://www.hellomagazine.com/film/2019021669838/prince-william-kate-middleton-private-screening-film-prince-george/)
I don?t approve with that but Prince George and Princess Charlotte too young for screen till teens i cant believe Cambridge did that!
The Trailer looks like a great documentary, I hope George enjoyed it.
Free Solo - Trailer | National Geographic - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=urRVZ4SW7WU)
Charlotte and Louis will very likely watch it in a few years time; via Netflix or Amazon IF interested. I would recommend, as it is from the National Geographic
Catherine rock climbing
https://us.hellomagazine.com/images/stories/1/2016/02/24/000/137/723/gallery_5_3.jpg
I think Charlotte likes the Ballet, there are photographs of mother and daughter watching a rehearsal of the royal ballet.
Quote from: sandy on February 18, 2019, 12:26:20 PM
Charlotte and George are not old enough to go rock climbing. And you have no idea if Charlotte is one of them until she gets older.
George may like watching ballet. Men do go to ballets. It's not just for girls.
In this day and age women and men are not stereotyped as liking this or that nor should they be.
Actually George is the right age to take a rock climbing class at an indoor facility. The kids wear helmets and are harnessed. Also if you look closely at newer park play equipment, you'll see that many of the structures now offer short climbing walls in which kids can try out their skills. My kids played on these types of walls for years when they were old enough and had the confidence to try them.
https://unicefkidpower.org/rock-climbing-games-skills-for-kids/
Here is an indoor facility in North Kensington.
WestWay Climbing | Day Out With The Kids (https://www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/westway-climbing)
QuoteWestWay Climbing atWestway Sports and Fitness, is a great place to get active with your little monkeys, especially if they are interested in climbing!
Climbing is a great activity for kids, as it boosts their confidence, and improves their agility and fitness.Westway has some of the best facilities and coaching in the country, and welcomes anyone from 5 years and older.
Tiny Tots, is an after school session for 5 to 6 year olds who want to give climbing a try. The groups will run on a 1:4 ratio to allow for better supervision of the young climbers. The Tiny Tots session runs on a first come first served and cannot be prebooked. For ages 5 and 6 years old only.
Westway also offers after school sessions for kids aged 7 to 14 years and are designed for youngsters who want to give climbing a try. This session is also run on a first come first served basis and cannot be prebooked.
Younger children like Charlotte are already learning and practicing their climbing skills on traditional pieces of playground equipment, trees, boulders, sand dunes, furniture etc... :)
Twitter (https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/1169257846061621249)
QuoteThe Duke of Cambridge, @BAFTA President, will visit BAFTA Piccadilly on Monday 16th September to officially open their new public venue, and launch BAFTA: Behind the Screens, a public exhibition celebrating the craft and work behind BAFTA-winning and nominated productions.
Gert?s Royals Twitter says
Twitter (https://twitter.com/gertsroyals/status/1169359767627849728?s=21)
QuotePrince William will visit BAFTA Piccadilly to officially open their new public venue, and launch BAFTA: Behind the Screens, a public exhibition celebrating the craft and work behind BAFTA-winning and nominated productions.
September 16th,2019
Majesty Magazine Twitter says
Twitter (https://twitter.com/majestymagazine/status/1169263962346721281?s=21)
QuoteThe Duke of Cambridge, President of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (@BAFTA), will visit BAFTA Piccadilly on Monday 16th September to open the charity?s new public venue, says @KensingtonRoyal. He will also launch the 'BAFTA: Behind the Screens' exhibition.
Early photos of William's arrival at the BAFTA event today.
Twitter (https://twitter.com/finnspirit/status/1173571853367029763?s=21)
QuoteWhen the stars truly align for me. On my train to London, I decided to check to see if any new royal engagements popped up for this week. Introducing the President of BAFTA The Duke of Cambridge. @KensingtonRoyal @BAFTA ♥️#London #DukeOfCambridge #BAFTA #RoyalFamily
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Twitter (https://twitter.com/BAFTA/status/1173602851081334786)
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QuoteHis Royal Highness The Duke of Cambridge officially opened our new exhibition at BAFTA Piccadilly today! The free exhibit, BAFTA #BehindTheScreens, features materials and stories from award-winning artists who write, make, shoot and shape what we see on screen
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Duke of Cambridge Opens New BAFTA Exhibition - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nSdSSa4qGKs)
New tie, and looking polished.
I like how he paid tribute to the DoE being the first BAFTA president and the global impact that BAFTA has around the globe with its many productions.
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Second CC entry for Monday.
Twitter (https://twitter.com/Gertsroyals/status/1173734557251702786)
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QuoteCC Monday:
The Duke of Cambridge, President, British Academy of Film and Television Awards, later received Ms Amanda Berry (Chief Executive Officer).
2/2
Twitter (https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/1220726697328304128/photo/1)
QuoteThe Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will attend the EE British Academy Film Awards ceremony at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday 2nd February.
Bafta twitter says
QuoteWe're so pleased that Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge - on the 10th anniversary of The Duke becoming President of BAFTA - will attend this year's #EEBAFTAs ceremony.
The Duke will also present the Fellowship award to film producer Kathleen Kennedy.
Twitter (https://twitter.com/bafta/status/1220727954516430849?s=21)
Gert?s Royals Twitter says
QuoteSunday 2nd February
Prince William, President, & Duchess Kate will attend the EE British Academy Film Awards ceremony at the Royal Albert Hall.
Twitter (https://twitter.com/gertsroyals/status/1220754781817442305?s=21)
QuoteThis will be Prince William?s 7th time attending the awards since becoming president of @BAFTA in 2010.
This is William?s 4th year in a row. making this, by my count, the longest streak of attendance by any Royal President.
Twitter (https://twitter.com/gertsroyals/status/1220756871046488064?s=21)
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Kate Middleton Sustainable Fashion Statement Red Carpet at BAFTAs | PEOPLE.com | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/why-kate-middleton-has-a-new-dress-code-to-consider-for-her-upcoming-baftas-red-carpet-appearance/)
Prince William and Kate Middleton are set to attend the BAFTAS for the fourth year in a row | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7925891/Prince-William-Kate-Middleton-set-attend-BAFTAS-fourth-year-row.html)
Prince William and Kate Middleton's glitzy date night revealed | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2020012483714/duke-and-duchess-of-cambridge-will-attend-baftas/)
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Kate Middleton and Prince William will attend BAFTAs | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1233097/kate-middleton-news-latest-prince-william-baftas-kensignton-palace-latest)
Twitter (https://twitter.com/Gertsroyals/status/1220756871046488064)
QuoteThis will be Prince William?s 7th time attending the awards since becoming president of @BAFTA in 2010.
Former royal presidents of BAFTA.
Princess Anne's Presidency (1972-2000)-10 awards ceremonies attended.
The Earl Mountbatten of Burma's Presidency (1966-1972)
Prince Philip's Presidency (1959 - 1965)
I can't wait to see the pictures!
The surprising reason why Kate Middleton won't wear a new dress to the BAFTAs | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/royal-style/2020012583734/duchess-of-cambridge-dress-code-baftas/)
Will use old dress in past years i dont know what Kate will wear we have wait and see stay tuned
Quote from: Blue Clover on January 25, 2020, 05:45:48 AM
I can't wait to see the pictures!
Same here! Remember the year she wore that gorgeous dark green dress? That color is perfect for her, and the neckline was so flattering. But now she usually wears a more glamorous dress to this event.
Quote from: Blue Clover on January 25, 2020, 05:45:48 AM
I can't wait to see the pictures!
Quite, as this year's BAFTA's is ecological themed, requesting everyone (guests and hosts) to wear repeats or ''recycled'', plus they will be serving plant based/veggie foods at the after BAFTA reception party.
Kate has repeated and also has done recycling with coats and particularly for long dress black tie evening wear this herein
https://www.yournextshoes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Kate-Middleton-recycled-Alexander-McQueen-dress-1.jpg
I would love to see one of her long dresses recycled like the above image of before and after. I think it's really exiting and kudos to those who do wonders with recent or vintage wear.
Has Catherine ever worn an Alexander McQueen gown to the EE British Academy Film Awards ceremony?
Four gowns Kate could rewear at the BAFTAs ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/four-gowns-kate-could-rewear-at-the-baftas-136849/)
Till February 2 stay tuned kept zipit underwraps i dont know what Kate will wear new or recycling evening dress its her decisions
She will give a 'nod' to the theme. Ecology, carbon footprint, veggie dinner...
When she was pregnant the bafta me too movement, she didn't go entirely in black but the dress was dark green with a lot of black detailing.
I'd prefer her to recycle one of her dresses or wear one of the dresses of the diplomatic reception of 2012 to 2017 when photographers and the cameras weren't allowed inside BP.
Quote from: sara8150 on January 25, 2020, 05:04:16 PM
The surprising reason why Kate Middleton won't wear a new dress to the BAFTAs | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/royal-style/2020012583734/duchess-of-cambridge-dress-code-baftas/)
Will use old dress in past years i dont know what Kate will wear we have wait and see stay tuned
Well, she certainly has several dresses from which to make her selection! I didn't particularly like the print dress from last year or the year before, so I am hoping she doesn't choose that one. Maybe she will wear one from several years ago! Wouldn't it be great to see her in a vintage gown!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!?????
She wore the print dress in 2018 Bafta Awards and recycled (from shoulder drop effect strapless to a recycled added fabric with shoulder) it for the Victoria and Albert Museum event 2019.
Kate wore a white one shoulder dress to the 2019 Bafta.
All the gowns are expensive so even if she wears one twice, that gown could have cost a small fortune. The only royal that I think genuinely recycles is Princess Anne.
Quote from: Princess Cassandra on January 30, 2020, 03:46:59 PM
Well, she certainly has several dresses from which to make her selection! I didn't particularly like the print dress from last year or the year before, so I am hoping she doesn't choose that one. Maybe she will wear one from several years ago! Wouldn't it be great to see her in a vintage gown!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!?????
I would love to see her in a great vintage gown! She's tall enough to wear one of her late mother-in-law's gowns so that would be a fantastic recycle. However I don't know if one is available. :(
She does not do well in vintage, like the outfit she wore to Pippa's wedding. I hope she does not wear one of Diana's dresses. That would be bordering on creepy IMO.
@sandy-Just to clarify, when I was referring to vintage I meant that she'd be wearing a previously worn gown. The attendees are requested to re-wear a previously worn outfit. What she wore to the wedding was a new one that is based on an older design.
And if she wears a Princess Diana dress? what is the issue? My point is everyone has one way or another 'received' vintage from Family members.
Purpose of the Bafta theme is ecological, re wearing or recycling is the target to set awareness in the clothing industry, they are one of the top 10 in waste. High or fast fashion.
Traditionally the royals don't wear outfits of deceased members of the family. The vintage outfits are stored and put out on historical exhibits for people to see. Nobody "rewore" HM's wedding gown for example.
I think it would garner even Kate criticism if she did this. I think it would be tacky.
There are a lot of gowns in Kate's closet she does not have to wear her mother in law's old clothes.
Yes they do, baptisms outfit.
IMO IF she wears one of Princess Diana's dress, this will be worldwide front page, and she will be praised to the high heavens by fashion industry and basically all the eco warriors.
Not even that. A new one had to be made because the other one wore out. Plus aren't we talking about women's fashions not baby outfits? Apples and oranges.
Diana never dug out Princess Mary's old clothes or even Princess Margaret's. Why would Kate?
Just because others didn't do it, doesn't means Kate has to follow, it's not a rule.
Remember the defense of Meghan 'breaking rules'.
I can only imagine the outrage if Meghan wanted to wear one of Diana's gowns.
I think William and Harry would both put their foot down. It seems rather ghoulish to me. Kate I think would get criticized.
Quote from: wannable on January 31, 2020, 01:51:10 PM
And if she wears a Princess Diana dress? what is the issue? My point is everyone has one way or another 'received' vintage from Family members.
Purpose of the Bafta theme is ecological, re wearing or recycling is the target to set awareness in the clothing industry, they are one of the top 10 in waste. High or fast fashion.
Yes this is the theme for the ceremony this year. IMHO it's about time that attendees should be encouraged to re-wear one of their previously worn outfits or something vintage from a consignment store.
A super A list male star went today to H&M drop box at Kensington with a large bag of old clothes. The old clothes go to a charity the outlet is supporting.
Quote@sandy-Diana never dug out Princess Mary's old clothes or even Princess Margaret's. Why would Kate?
I'm guessing that there was at the least an nine inch difference in height between the late Princess Margaret (5'1") and the late Diana, Princess of Wales (5'10") so they'd probably not swap clothing. :D
Among the European royal families there has been a fair amount of recycling/rewearing between the female family members in the royal families of Sweden, Luxembourg, Lichtenstein, and the Netherlands so it's no unheard of.
However since most of Diana's evening wear is either in the hands of private collectors, her family or the royal collections it's unlikely that we'll see Catherine wearing one of her glamorous gowns. :Jen:
Quote from: TLLK on January 31, 2020, 07:01:28 PM
I'm guessing that there was at the least an nine inch difference in height between the late Princess Margaret (5'1") and the late Diana, Princess of Wales (5'10") so they'd probably not swap clothing. :D
Among the European royal families there has been a fair amount of recycling/rewearing between the female family members in the royal families of Sweden, Luxembourg, Lichtenstein, and the Netherlands so it's no unheard of.
However since most of Diana's evening wear is either in the hands of private collectors, her family or the royal collections it's unlikely that we'll see Catherine wearing one of her glamorous gowns. :Jen:
Fergie was seen wearing some thngs that Diana had worn..though I am not sure if that was before Fergi'es marriage.
Quote from: QueenAlex on January 31, 2020, 07:06:02 PM
Fergie was seen wearing some thngs that Diana had worn..though I am not sure if that was before Fergi'es marriage.
Yes I recall that Diana loaned her a black and white coat to wear to an event. It was around the time that Andrew and Sarah began dating. I'll see if I can find a photo.
Here it is the Princess of Wales, Prince Andrew, Prince William and Sarah Ferguson on HMS Brazen.
sarah and diana visit hms brazen - Google Search (https://www.google.com/search?q=sarah+and+diana+visit+hms+brazen&client=firefox-b-1-d&sxsrf=ACYBGNQ8M5JRW_JpP9ogOme6oYBQ1EXW2w:1580500056598&tbm=isch&source=iu&ictx=1&fir=5l3RstATjrJoTM%253A%252C2RCaewQczDqKTM%252C_&vet=1&usg=AI4_-kRVmzzX03kRD0NszsPdIi58Jg2VXA&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiQpMPDza7nAhWpJDQIHYCMAhQQ9QEwAHoECAEQBQ#imgrc=5l3RstATjrJoTM:)
Also during her lifetime, Diana loaned her sisters some of her outfits especially if they were acting as her Lady in Waiting at an event.
Here's another article with good photos of Diana and the ladies that she lent her clothing to over the years.
Princess Diana shared her iconic dresses with Sarah Ferguson and her sisters - see pictures! | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/royal-style/gallery/2019021569818/princess-diana-loaned-wardrobe-sarah-ferguson-and-sisters-see-pictures/1/)
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BAFTA President Prince William has raised concerns about the lack of diversity at tomorrow?s awards.
He intends to use his speech on the night to bemoan the absence of Black, Asian, and minority ethnic talent in the top four acting categories.
Critics have also slammed Bafta for its all-male Best Director nominees.
Sources say William has made his feelings clear to chief executive Amanda Berry.
The unprecedented move has heaped pressure on Bafta ahead of the star-studded ceremony this weekend, which Wills has agreed to attend with wife Kate for the fourth year in a row.
One said: ?He supports Bafta but is concerned and disappointed.
?He recognises there is so much talent in the industry, so for all the nominations to be white again isn?t good enough.
?It?s not about one year in isolation. It?s about the fact we?re having this conversation every year. Something is systemically wrong here.?
Execs are braced for his speech. Amanda is panicked. There are shockwaves.?
BAFTAs BEING 'BRANDED RACIST'
Black British star Cynthia Erivo was overlooked despite an Oscar nod for Harriet.
She refused an invitation to perform at the ceremony on Sunday, saying: ?I think that it?s important to make it known that it?s not something that you just throw in as a party trick, you know??
Former winner Steve McQueen ? the director of 12 Years a Slave ? went public to say Bafta risks irrelevance unless it adds diversity to its nominations.
He said: ?After a while you get a bit fed up with it. Because if the Baftas are not supporting British talent, if you?re not supporting the people who are making headway in the industry, then I don?t understand what you are there for.?
A source said: ?Bafta loves to talk the talk when it comes to issues like diversity but the nominations have exposed them to the entire world.
?If they?re not careful someone like Prince William won?t want to keep his official connection to an organisation being so publicly branded as racist.?
Nominations and winners are picked by the organisation?s 6,500 members.
Bafta has been attempting to limit the PR fallout, with Berry describing the nominations as ?frustrating and deeply disappointing?, and pledging to undertake another review of the way the votes are undertaken.
Prince William is furious with all-white Bafta nominations and intends to mention controversy in his speech ? The Sun (https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/10866827/prince-william-furious-white-bafta-nominations/)
Quote from: TLLK on January 31, 2020, 07:46:26 PM
Yes I recall that Diana loaned her a black and white coat to wear to an event. It was around the time that Andrew and Sarah began dating. I'll see if I can find a photo.
Here it is the Princess of Wales, Prince Andrew, Prince William and Sarah Ferguson on HMS Brazen.
sarah and diana visit hms brazen - Google Search (https://www.google.com/search?q=sarah+and+diana+visit+hms+brazen&client=firefox-b-1-d&sxsrf=ACYBGNQ8M5JRW_JpP9ogOme6oYBQ1EXW2w:1580500056598&tbm=isch&source=iu&ictx=1&fir=5l3RstATjrJoTM%253A%252C2RCaewQczDqKTM%252C_&vet=1&usg=AI4_-kRVmzzX03kRD0NszsPdIi58Jg2VXA&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiQpMPDza7nAhWpJDQIHYCMAhQQ9QEwAHoECAEQBQ#imgrc=5l3RstATjrJoTM:)
Also during her lifetime, Diana loaned her sisters some of her outfits especially if they were acting as her Lady in Waiting at an event.
Here's another article with good photos of Diana and the ladies that she lent her clothing to over the years.
Princess Diana shared her iconic dresses with Sarah Ferguson and her sisters - see pictures! | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/royal-style/gallery/2019021569818/princess-diana-loaned-wardrobe-sarah-ferguson-and-sisters-see-pictures/1/)
totally different. Diana was very much alive then and they did occasionally do this. Now Diana is dead and I think it would be ghoulish for Kate to parade around in Diana's outfits.
Fergie and Diana had different styles to say the least.
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Quote from: TLLK on January 31, 2020, 07:01:28 PM
I'm guessing that there was at the least an nine inch difference in height between the late Princess Margaret (5'1") and the late Diana, Princess of Wales (5'10") so they'd probably not swap clothing. :D
Among the European royal families there has been a fair amount of recycling/rewearing between the female family members in the royal families of Sweden, Luxembourg, Lichtenstein, and the Netherlands so it's no unheard of.
However since most of Diana's evening wear is either in the hands of private collectors, her family or the royal collections it's unlikely that we'll see Catherine wearing one of her glamorous gowns. :Jen:
Well DIana could have borrowed Margaret's hats and shoes. Queen Mary was tall and maybe her gowns would have fit her better.
@sandy-I agree about the hats, however at 5'1" Princess Margaret likely didn't wear the same shoe size as a much taller Diana who was 5'10".
I am sure Kate will wear something wonderful. :thumbsup:
Kate always looks glam, good, modern for this. A modern, glam gown.
She looks attractive but rarely anyting special. However she usually looks neat and does not wear things that jar the eye.
In my opinion she can look very glam and appropriate for those of us who embrace the "less is more" philosophy. The year she wore the print gown to this event was an exception - I didn't care for that dress at all. She knows what looks good on her and isn't very avante guard, but that's fine - that was what Queen Mary was like, also. The style in her day was for highly decorated gowns and she continued to wear them, along with the long day dresses that were her trademark. (Her husband didn't want her ankles to show!). I'm sure Kate will be criticized for not steering far from her comfort zone. But I for one usually love her look.
Prince William 'is angry over all-white Bafta nominations' | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7955031/Prince-William-angry-white-Bafta-nominations.html)
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Prince William is furious with all-white Bafta nominations and intends to mention controversy in his speech ? The Sun (https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/10866827/prince-william-furious-white-bafta-nominations/)
Then maybe he should just stay home with Kate.
His speech allegedly will have strong words about the BAFTA. I think the crowd will really like it if what is said is true, I wouldn't be surprised of a standing ovation.
Quote from: sandy on February 02, 2020, 01:57:12 AM
Then maybe he should just stay home with Kate.
Why would he do that?
Quote from: wannable on February 02, 2020, 04:37:44 AM
His speech allegedly will have strong words about the BAFTA. I think the crowd will really like it if what is said is true, I wouldn't be surprised of a standing ovation.
I understand
@wannable that a British actress who was nominated for an award in the film "Harriet" has refused the BAFTA invitation over the issue. :( To be honest, I'm not surprised that the subject may be raised in Prince William's speech tonight.
Quote from: wannable on February 02, 2020, 04:37:44 AM
His speech allegedly will have strong words about the BAFTA. I think the crowd will really like it if what is said is true, I wouldn't be surprised of a standing ovation.
He should not get involved in this. I think the "activism" of a royal would be frowned upon. He apparently is getting bad advice. Where was his 'outrage' before?
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She is re wearing the white and gold dress State Dinner in Malaysia
:thumbsup:l
Quote from: sandy on February 02, 2020, 01:05:01 AM
Kate generally does not wear "glam" gowns, she sometimes wears mumsy style gowns and she does nothing innovative. SHe does not "always" look glam. This is the latest thing on the spin that she "always" does this or that and is "perfect." Nobody looks glam all the time. And she does not look modern.
Kate is light years away from Queen Mary. Queen Mary never had embarrassing faux pas with her outfits. It took a long time for Kate to know how to use garment weights on the hems of her skirts. Queen Mary is absolutely nothing like Kate. Mary was born into a branch of the royal family descended from George III. Kate is a commoner. And outfits were different in the old days than the garments Kate chooses to wear. Mary would not wear off the shoulder outfits boots and short skirts.
Kate iMO still has a lot to prove.
sandy, your opinion, ok. :thumbsup:
My opinion, ok. :thumbsup:
No matter what you say, MegHen are gone.
That is not going to change. :teehee:
Kate is doing her life , her family, her job.
No, not every , single person in The UK and the Commonwealth have been called to or polled or voted on Kate, lol, , but , lol, Catherines subjects , at home and in The Commonwealth , mostly approve of her , her work, her lifestyle, her public actions, her style of clothing while in public, etc.
Yesyesyes, she has done a 180 degree turn from dress fly ups of unweighted hems , wearing those lil thin, flimsy dresses too. Don?t forget the hands in hair curling, twirling, flipping, holding, oh my goodness. In about 7 years just since George is as born, she really got it together.
I said by glam, for this event, I said, just my opinion, she looks and pulls out a contemporary style.
Cold shoulder evening gowns. Layers of chiffon. Hair down, up, or both. One sided leg showing on a tighter gown with slit up to there.
BP State dinners, kind of on the dowdy side. Just my opinion there. BP though, Heads Of State, QE, serious formal, dressed of DofCambrdge. BAFTAS, fun formal.
Her BAFTA evenings look Emmys, Oscars like. Not everyone at Emmys, Oscars wear the bewildered, necked cutouts, or couture.
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Old: Alexander McQueen gown first worn for a 2012 state dinner in Malaysia
New: Jewelry from Van Cleef and Arpels Twitter (https://twitter.com/DelMody/status/1224043546849705990/photo/2)
New: Jimmy Choo Romy gold pumps
Quote from: wannable on February 02, 2020, 07:03:07 PM
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Old: Alexander McQueen gown first worn for a 2012 state dinner in Malaysia
New: Jewelry from Van Cleef and Arpels Twitter (https://twitter.com/DelMody/status/1224043546849705990/photo/2)
New: Jimmy Choo Romy gold pumps
Ehhhh. Ok. Just as sandy and I were debating this, Kate?s shows up, ehhh.
Great gown for the event she wore it for originally. Great gown for the host country and people of Malaysia.
For BAFTAS, ehhh. Give her points for wearing a rerun.
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Best BAFTA looks. The dark greenish - blackish gown while pregnant and the whit, gown with side slit showing lots of leg.
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https://ca.hellomagazine.com/fashion/02014102210663/the-duchess-of-cambridge-s-best-evening-gowns/24
BAFTAs 2020: Kate Middleton stuns on red carpet in white gown | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7948459/Kate-Middleton-stuns-BAFTA-red-carpet-white-gown.html)
BAFTA Awards 2020: Best photos of Kate Middleton and Prince William - live updates | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/gallery/2020020283840/kate-middleton-prince-william-attend-baftas-2020/1/)
Kate Middleton surprises fans with recycled Alexander McQueen gown at BAFTAs 2020 | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/royal-style/2020020283819/kate-middleton-recycles-alexander-mcqueen-gown-bafta-awards/)
Kate Middleton's Sustainable Fashion Game is Strong on BAFTA Red Carpet | PEOPLE.com | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-sustainable-re-wear-baftas/)
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Kate Middleton wows in long white gown as she joins Prince William on BAFTAs red carpet - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/offline/kate-middleton-wows-long-white-21416613)
Baftas 2020: Kate Middleton leads the glamour on the red carpet in eight-year-old dress (https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/10874962/baftas-2020-glamorous-red-carpet/)
Recycle dress from trips in 2012 8 years ago
This dress is a real surprise. Perhaps she loved it and wished for an opportunity to wear it again. I'll predict we'll never see it again. I like the dress, but not for this event.
The repeat Indian inspired gown is, in my opinion, a nod to cultural diversity and inclusiveness. :thumbsup:
Wow! I must admit that this gown last worn publicly in 2012 was not on my list of what I expected her to wear.
This is a gorgeous gown IMO and an excellent choice for tonight.
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrive at the BAFTA's - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZSmrAzD7Pk)
My only no to this outfit is the jewelry. It's not my favorite, but I like that she's worn and updo tonight.
I like it. Kate has the neck and ears to wear big jewelry. So her hair up is a plus to showcase the GBP 14,000 between earrings/necklace.
Trivia: Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall has a set too from that collection of Van Cleef and Arpels.
https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2017/03/27/21/3EAF973F00000578-4354442-The_Duchess_of_Cornwall_attended_the_launch_of_an_exhibition_of_-a-49_1490644822792.jpg
I wonder if both sets are a Prince Charles gift. It's the first time Kate is wearing this new VCA set.
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Quote from: Blue Clover on February 02, 2020, 07:40:12 PM
The repeat Indian inspired gown is, in my opinion, a nod to cultural diversity and inclusiveness. :thumbsup:
Great observation and the style of the dress does represent the 'minorities' that William will supposedly speak of tonight with hopes of the 16K syndicate of actors actresses in the UK may vote yearly. I hope it's YouTube available soon.
I linked the same Collection of VCA of Camilla/Kate. Some of us like to discuss tiaras, jewelry, Kate is wearing for the first time this new collection, I think it's worthy to point out that the Duchess of Cornwall has them too in a different colour.
William, best comments are praise, the worst button is slammed. The DM shouldn't as I've said before be used as an example, losing ground for examples IMO.
Best quote of the night:
?Struck the right tone. Acknowledged the concern and set out how BAFTA is addressing it. Thankfully did not venture into lecturing. He has good instinct for finding balance.?
Quote from: PrincessOfPeace on February 02, 2020, 10:46:05 PM
Best quote of the night:
?Struck the right tone. Acknowledged the concern and set out how BAFTA is addressing it. Thankfully did not venture into lecturing. He has good instinct for finding balance.?
Good for him, as president of that organization he had to mention the plans inside that organization.
@sandy @QueenAlex read the concerns of past articles related to the Bafta organization and its 16k members...he didn't lecture them, he spoke out the concerns they ALL share...the minority's within that organization.
Yes, and Nobody would speak loud about it, until Ricky Gervais protested about the nominees at the USA SAG awards. Too much white, little to none black, brown, yellow, red....
DM comments. And some blogs.
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Quote from: wannable on February 02, 2020, 11:16:16 PM
Yes, and Nobody would speak loud about it, until Ricky Gervais protested about the nominees at the USA SAG awards. Too much white, little to none black, brown, yellow, red....
It is not just Ricky Gervais, this has been discussed for years now. And how come William did not chime in about Women Directors being shunned, that's something he overlooked.
William should try not to be like his father and get political.
Quote from: PrincessOfPeace on February 02, 2020, 11:20:00 PM
who?s criticising him Sandy? Im confused.
The super Sussex fans in Twitter
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Prince William shares his 'frustration' at lack of diversity at white-dominated Baftas | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7959109/Prince-William-shares-frustration-lack-diversity-white-dominated-Baftas.html)
Prince William Calls Out Lack of Diversity in BAFTA Nominations | PEOPLE.com | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/prince-william-bafta-nominations-lack-of-diversity/)
Prince William shares concern about the lack of diversity at BAFTA Awards 2020 | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2020020284128/prince-william-shares-concern-lack-of-diversity-baftas-2020/)
Kate Middleton and Prince William in fits of giggles on BAFTAs red carpet: WATCH | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2020020284125/prince-william-hilarious-reaction-fan-baftas-red-carpet/)
Kate Middleton news: Prince William delivers ?alarmed? speech over diversity at BAFTAs | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1237042/kate-middleton-news-latest-BAFTA-royal-family-prince-william-film-awards-2020-update)
Prince William calls for more diversity at the BAFTAs in rousing speech - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/prince-william-calls-more-diversity-21417867)
How Kate Middleton promoted Bafta sustainability message by wearing Alexander McQueen dress she first wore back in 2012 (https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/10876369/how-kate-middleton-bafta-sustainability-alexander-mcqueen-dress-2012/)
Fits of giggles, oh dear.
I would not say it is a rousing speech. Such hyperbole.
The dress is not attractive, Kate should have found something else in her closet. It does not fit her quite right and looks like she has a bra over the front of the dress.
If Will were so frustrated he could have spoken up sooner. Maybe he could have "saved" the awards. As if...
Prince William is doing a fabulous job! He is standing up for issues that are close to his heart.
Yes I agree
@Blue Clover. Considering that Prince William had two family members who are currently or were professional actors, the issue of diversity in the field does strike a personal cord IMO.
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Prince William Makes Joke About The Crown & the Royal Family at the BAFTAs 2020 (https://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/tradition/a30743294/prince-william-royal-family-the-crown-joke-baftas-speech-2020/)
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Prince William's speech from tonight.
QuoteGood evening everybody. Catherine and I are once again really delighted to join you this evening. Tonight we celebrate another year of exceptional film-making and I?m thrilled that all those involved have been recognised.
I am particularly proud to stand here tonight having served as BAFTA?s President for the last 10 years. However, I must admit I don?t know whether I should be proud, or slightly alarmed, about the number of winners over the last decade who have portrayed members of my own family.
Both here in the UK and in many other countries across the world we are lucky to have incredible film makers, actors, producers, directors and technicians - men and women from all backgrounds and ethnicities enriching our lives through film.
Yet in 2020, and not for the first time in the last few years, we find ourselves talking again about the need to do more to ensure diversity in the sector and in the awards process ? that simply cannot be right in this day and age!
I know that both Pippa, Chair of BAFTA, and Amanda, BAFTA CEO, share that frustration and continue to work tirelessly to ensure that creative talent is discovered and supported. BAFTA take this issue seriously, and following this year?s nominations, have launched a full and thorough review of the entire Awards process to build on their existing work and ensure that opportunities are available to everyone.
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I found the reference to the number of winners who portrayed a member of the BRF to be funny. :hehe:
QuoteNow back to the awards themselves.
One of the great privileges I have as President is to present the Fellowship ? the highest honour the Academy can bestow. This year the Award goes to a simply legendary figure in film. Someone whose films I have been watching all my life, and continue to watch time and time again. I couldn?t be happier she is receiving this award.
To tell you more about her remarkable career, please welcome Daisy Ridley and John Boyega.
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Regarding Catherine's Van Cleef and Arpels' necklace and earrings, I wonder if Prince Charles bought their jewelry for his wife and daughters-in-law for Christmas this year? I know that Camilla has a similar pair of earrings from the line.
Quote from: TLLK on February 03, 2020, 01:40:23 AM
Yes I agree @Blue Clover. Considering that Prince William had two family members who are currently or were professional actors, the issue of diversity in the field does strike a personal cord IMO.
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Prince William Makes Joke About The Crown & the Royal Family at the BAFTAs 2020 (https://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/tradition/a30743294/prince-william-royal-family-the-crown-joke-baftas-speech-2020/)
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Prince William's speech from tonight.
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I found the reference to the number of winners who portrayed a member of the BRF to be funny. :hehe:
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Regarding Catherine's Van Cleef and Arpels' necklace and earrings, I wonder if Prince Charles bought their jewelry for his wife and daughters-in-law for Christmas this year? I know that Camilla has a similar pair of earrings from the line.
I think william should keep quiet about political issues.
There is no political issues within the Bafta organization. :orchid:
This is a political issue. William is a figurehead and should just keep in mouth shut, smile and make a nice speech. IF he morphs into Charles he will get more unpopular.
He is referencing the Bafta, his ''sector'', which is private. It's not a public sector.
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Read his full speech below:
Good evening everybody. Catherine and I are once again really delighted to join you this evening. Tonight we celebrate another year of exceptional film-making and I?m thrilled that all those involved have been recognised.
I am particularly proud to stand here tonight having served as BAFTA?s President for the last 10 years. However, I must admit I don?t know whether I should be proud, or slightly alarmed, about the number of winners over the last decade who have portrayed members of my own family.
Both here in the UK and in many other countries across the world we are lucky to have incredible film makers, actors, producers, directors and technicians - men and women from all backgrounds and ethnicities enriching our lives through film.
Yet in 2020, and not for the first time in the last few years, we find ourselves talking again about the need to do more to ensure diversity in the sector and in the awards process ? that simply cannot be right in this day and age!
I know that both Pippa, Chair of BAFTA, and Amanda, BAFTA CEO, share that frustration and continue to work tirelessly to ensure that creative talent is discovered and supported. BAFTA take this issue seriously, and following this year?s nominations, have launched a full and thorough review of the entire Awards process to build on their existing work and ensure that opportunities are available to everyone.
Now back to the awards themselves.
One of the great privileges I have as President is to present the Fellowship ? the highest honour the Academy can bestow. This year the Award goes to a simply legendary figure in film. Someone whose films I have been watching all my life, and continue to watch time and time again. I couldn?t be happier she is receiving this award.
To tell you more about her remarkable career, please welcome Daisy Ridley and John Boyega.
Twitter (https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/1224130510340927488)
QuoteAfter the ceremony, The Duke and Duchess met the winners of the 27 awards categories, including the cast and crew of @1917
which won 7 awards.
Congratulations to all the winners at the 2020 @BAFTA
Awards! #EEBAFTAs
Quote from: sandy on February 03, 2020, 01:43:40 PM
This is a political issue. William is a figurehead and should just keep in mouth shut, smile and make a nice speech. IF he morphs into Charles he will get more unpopular.
He will get criticsed at times. It goes with the territory. If he is less popular for a time, it wont last.
Quote from: sandy on February 03, 2020, 01:43:40 PM
This is a political issue. William is a figurehead and should just keep in mouth shut, smile and make a nice speech. IF he morphs into Charles he will get more unpopular.
He is patron and holds an important position in the organization. As such, he does have an obligation to point out issues that do not contribute to the well-being of the organization. I agree some will interpret that he was entering waters he should avoid, but I don't. I'm sure he thought very carefully about it first, because William is not an "off the cuff" person.
And I agree with him on this issue. It's time to push racism out the door. Not being of any particular race, Meghan is a symbol of a color-blind world. Yet, look what happened. There were plenty of diverse individuals who qualified for nomination and it is really too bad that they weren't.
''BAFTA decided to launch an investigation and asked their president to announce it. William didn?t randomly decide to call out his patronage for lack of diversity''...
Another one, actors syndicate
''Very proud of all these actors calling out the lack of diversity at award shows''
William is not the first one to call attention to it. This has been an ongoing issue for Years.
Quote from: sandy on February 03, 2020, 06:38:28 PM
William is not the first one to call attention to it. This has been an ongoing issue for Years.
but you said he shouldn't call attention to it...
Quote from: Princess Cassandra on February 03, 2020, 04:28:18 PM
He is patron and holds an important position in the organization. As such, he does have an obligation to point out issues that do not contribute to the well-being of the organization. I agree some will interpret that he was entering waters he should avoid, but I don't. I'm sure he thought very carefully about it first, because William is not an "off the cuff" person.
And I agree with him on this issue. It's time to push racism out the door. Not being of any particular race, Meghan is a symbol of a color-blind world. Yet, look what happened. There were plenty of diverse individuals who qualified for nomination and it is really too bad that they weren't.
He's not the first one who brought it up. Is it really his "duty" to point this out. When Charles makes statements he has gotten criticized. I notice Comments on some media sites saying he is now acting like his father.
I don't think he has any obligation to point this out. Others have already done it, those who can actually do something about it. By selecting and voting for nominees (people of color, women). William cannot implement the rules and he has no voting rights. Plus those in the industry can hire actors and directors. William cannot.
Quote from: Princess Cassandra on February 03, 2020, 04:28:18 PM
He is patron and holds an important position in the organization. As such, he does have an obligation to point out issues that do not contribute to the well-being of the organization. I agree some will interpret that he was entering waters he should avoid, but I don't. I'm sure he thought very carefully about it first, because William is not an "off the cuff" person.
And I agree with him on this issue. It's time to push racism out the door. Not being of any particular race, Meghan is a symbol of a color-blind world. Yet, look what happened. There were plenty of diverse individuals who qualified for nomination and it is really too bad that they weren't.
I agree
@Princess Cassandra that he was cautious about how he approached a topic that appears to be rather important to the BAFTA members.
OP/ED piece from The Guardian on Prince William's speech last night.
Prince William's ticking off means Bafta must get serious about diversity | Film | The Guardian (https://www.theguardian.com/film/2020/feb/03/baftas-2020-prince-william-diversity)
QuoteBafta likes to think of itself as a cut above its American counterparts, in terms of classiness at least, if not actual importance. Our world-beating film industry might have blurred into Hollywood more than we would like to admit, but I think you?ll find we Brits invented the ?black tie? dress code. And the president of our esteemed institution is the second in line to the throne, no less. And we?ve got the Royal Albert Hall. Beat that, ?Hollywood royalty?.
But when Bafta?s royal figurehead is giving the institution a royal ticking off, you know they?ve got problems. At Sunday?s ceremony, Prince William addressed the elephant in the hall: the overwhelming whiteness and maleness of this year?s nominees. His speech was surprisingly direct: ?In 2020, and not for the first time in the last few years, we find ourselves talking again about the need to do more to ensure diversity in the sector and in the awards process ? that simply cannot be right in this day and age.?
Quote from: wannable on February 03, 2020, 04:37:57 PM
''BAFTA decided to launch an investigation and asked their president to announce it. William didn?t randomly decide to call out his patronage for lack of diversity''...
Another one, actors syndicate
''Very proud of all these actors calling out the lack of diversity at award shows''
I didn't know that - thanks for pointing it out. And good for BAFTA.
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Quote from: TLLK on February 03, 2020, 10:46:04 PM
I agree @Princess Cassandra that he was cautious about how he approached a topic that appears to be rather important to the BAFTA members.
OP/ED piece from The Guardian on Prince William's speech last night.
Prince William's ticking off means Bafta must get serious about diversity | Film | The Guardian (https://www.theguardian.com/film/2020/feb/03/baftas-2020-prince-william-diversity)
Thanks for posting this interesting article; the writer is not shooting the messenger, which is refreshing.
I think William and Kate should be gracious, dress well, and smile a lot. I think William would be aware that this is something that has gotten attention over the years. In fact, over the past few years winners have represented various races and women are being recognized more for directing films. I do think it was needless for him to make the comment. My take on it.
@Princess Cassandra -You're welcome. I found it to be a refreshing article on an important but sometimes tricky topic too.
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Quote from: sandy on February 04, 2020, 12:18:39 AM
I think William and Kate should be gracious, dress well, and smile a lot. I think William would be aware that this is something that has gotten attention over the years. In fact, over the past few years winners have represented various races and women are being recognized more for directing films. I do think it was needless for him to make the comment. My take on it.
So that's all he and K are supposed to do, dress nicely and smile a lot? what about your saying he shuld have studied politics so as to do his job better? or that he and Kate have much to learn?
@sara8150 the link of People Mag Re: The Joker and William meeting JP
I agree with William, I rented the film this past weekend via Google Play, and I must say for the first time ever as a super fan of film watching of different genres, The Joker and his depiction, acting skills was so realistic, it was very scary, it's like he really and truly has a very sick MH. I loved how the writers used actual social/scientific/medical mental health grave issues studied at jails/psychiatric wards ...won't expand, it would be a true thumbs down spoiler alert for those who still haven't watched it. :D
Quote from: QueenAlex on February 04, 2020, 04:08:07 PM
So that's all he and K are supposed to do, dress nicely and smile a lot? what about your saying he shuld have studied politics so as to do his job better? or that he and Kate have much to learn?
One can study politics without giving political comments. He can learn without emulating his father and being too outspoken. I think this is apples and oranges.
Quote from: sandy on February 04, 2020, 05:13:40 PM
One can study politics without giving political comments. He can learn without emulating his father and being too outspoken. I think this is apples and oranges.
I dont understand. If William is not to do anything more than trun up and smile, he doesn't need much training...
He can be trained in tact and diplomacy. And knowing when not to be too outspoken.
Quote from: sandy on February 04, 2020, 05:45:10 PM
He can be trained in tact and diplomacy. And knowing when not to be too outspoken.
I'd hardly call a speech at BAFTA on a lakc of diversity outspoken. It is an issue that is discussed in BAFTA and would have been run past the executives.
I call it that. And this was talked about for years now. And it did result in more diversity in nominations and awards.
Quote from: sandy on February 04, 2020, 06:11:02 PM
I call it that. And this was talked about for years now. And it did result in more diversity in nominations and awards.
So its hardly controversial.
Quote from: sandy on February 04, 2020, 08:53:14 PM
This has been addressed. And there are still "snubs" but not all have to do with Diversity. Robert De Niro was said to have been "snubbed" by the Academy for not being nominated for Best Actor in The Irishman.
#
? What has that got to do with racial issues or diversity? Everyone who doesn't win an Oscar is "snubbed" in that sense. And clearly the issue hasn't been addressed...
Plenty. Women directors are said to have been snubbed. And so on.
Quote from: sandy on February 04, 2020, 09:17:57 PM
Plenty. Women directors are said to have been snubbed. And so on.
Everyone who does not win an Oscar is not "snubbed".. They just didn't win. But if the Oscars always go to white people and there is little chance that someone of colour will be nominated or win, then there is discrimination.
Prince William Makes Joke About The Crown & the Royal Family at the BAFTAs 2020 (https://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/tradition/a30743294/prince-william-royal-family-the-crown-joke-baftas-speech-2020/)
QuoteI know that both Pippa, Chair of BAFTA, and Amanda, BAFTA CEO, share that frustration and continue to work tirelessly to ensure that creative talent is discovered and supported. BAFTA take this issue seriously, and following this year?s nominations, have launched a full and thorough review of the entire Awards process to build on their existing work and ensure that opportunities are available to everyone.
The BAFTA Chair and the BAFTA CEO are both women and as Prince William shared in his speech, they share the frustration felt by BAFTA members regarding the lack of diversity in the 2020 nominations.
William should not try to be a comedian. He needs to keep his day job and not do standup.
Well considering that with his mild joke he was referring to the number of BAFTA honored films and television productions that have focused upon his paternal great-grandparents, paternal grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles, cousins and sibling it was appropriate:ie: The Queen, The King's Speech and The Crown. :Jen: :windsor1:
QuoteIn his role as President of the BAFTAs, Prince William gave a speech, and this evening, the Duke of Cambridge brought the jokes.
"I am particularly proud to stand here tonight having served as BAFTA?s President for the last 10 years. However, I must admit I don?t know whether I should be proud, or slightly alarmed, about the number of winners over the last decade who have portrayed members of my own family," he said, playfully referencing of course Olivia Colman, who is currently playing Queen Elizabeth in The Crown and portrayed Queen Anne in The Favourite, as well as the stars of The King's Speech, a film about Prince William's great-grandfather, King George VI, who took home a number of trophies in 2010.
Quote from: sandy on February 05, 2020, 12:49:23 AM
William should not try to be a comedian. He needs to keep his day job and not do standup.
So he's not allowed to make jokes like any other public speaker>???
He is not funny, and That is my take. He is not a comedian. My opinion and I am sticking to it.
Quote from: QueenAlex on February 05, 2020, 09:00:46 AM
So he's not allowed to make jokes like any other public speaker>???
I know that even the Queen has been known to make a little joke now and then in her speeches so I can't see why there would be an issue as long as it's appropriate to the event. So as far as I know there is no restriction on a senior member of the royal family to tell a mild joke now and then. :shrug:
She made an age related one when presenting an award to Sir David Attenbourgh in 2019.
The Queen makes hilarious joke while presenting David Attenborough with an award | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1207187/royal-news-queen-elizabeth-II-david-attenborough-chatham-house-prince-andrew-royal-family)
QuoteSpeaking at the event, Her Majesty said: ?As patron of the Royal Institute of International Affairs I am delighted to award this year?s Chatham House prize to Sir David Attenborough for Blue Planet II.
?Sir David this award recognises your many talents.
?One can?t help but feel that those of us of a certain generation, we can take great pleasure in proving age is no barrier.?
(If you click on the link you can watch the short video in which QEII makes her joke and the audience is laughing).
Quote from: sandy on February 03, 2020, 01:43:40 PM
This is a political issue. William is a figurehead and should just keep in mouth shut, smile and make a nice speech. IF he morphs into Charles he will get more unpopular.
Sandy in 2019, BAFTA put a diversity clause into it?s awards. William?s speech referenced both the Chair and CEO of BAFTA. He?s amplifying what is already BAFTA policy.
Thank you for sharing that information regarding the BAFTA diversity clause.
Unfortunately diversity was not reflected with the 2020 BAFTA nominations and therefore the issue was raised at the time that the nominations were announced. Below are two articles released shortly after the nominations were announced.
BAFTA Awards 2020: Lack of Diversity in Acting Categories Sparks Backlash | Hollywood Reporter (https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/bafta-awards-2020-lack-diversity-acting-categories-sparks-backlash-1267513)
QuoteNot a single person of color was nominated in the main acting categories, while women were shut out of the best director shortlist.
It's been four years since the #OscarsSoWhite controversy, which spilled over across the Atlantic when it was pointed out that, in 2015, BAFTA voters failed to include a single nonwhite face on their lists of nominated actors. It sparked up again in 2017, when the BAFTA shortlists for leading actor and leading actress were also an all-white affair.
A year later, in 2018, a report was published showing that 94 percent of all BAFTA film award nominees have been white. The analysis by business psychology firm Pearn Kandola also revealed that 92 percent of nominees for best supporting actor and best supporting actress had been white.
It looks like another significant debate ? and another sore head for the British Academy ? might be on the cards in 2020.
BAFTA on Tuesday unveiled its film awards nominations, with the leading actor, actress, supporting actor and supporting actress shortlist ? 20 names in total ? being entirely white. There was no space for Harriet's Cynthia Erivo (also a Brit), Hustlers' Jennifer Lopez, Dolemite Is My Name's Eddie Murphy or The Farewell's Awkwafina, who all had Golden Globe nominations (although Awkwafina landed a Rising Star BAFTA nomination). Lupita Nyong'o (Us) and Antonio Banderas (Pain & Glory) were also snubbed by the British Academy. Elsewhere, a number of acclaimed debut films from black British filmmakers failed to make the outstanding debut category.
BAFTA nominations 2020: All-white actor lists slammed as 'infuriating' - CNN (https://www.cnn.com/2020/01/07/entertainment/bafta-nominations-2020-gbr-intl-scli/index.html)
QuoteLondon (CNN)BAFTA bosses have acknowledged the "infuriating" lack of diversity after Tuesday's film nominations revealed that every person shortlisted for an acting award this year is white.
Not a single person of color features out of the 18 people nominated across the four leading and supporting actor and actress categories in the UK's prestigious BAFTA (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) Film Awards this year.
As BAFTA President Prince William was addressing an issue that had already been acknowledged by BAFTA officials.
Here?s the clause
@TLLK:
In order to meet the standards, productions need to demonstrate that they have worked to increase the representation of under-represented groups in two of the four following areas:
- On screen representation, themes and narratives
- Project leadership and creative practitioners
- Industry access and opportunities
- Opportunities for diversity in audience development.
So it?s not like William went rogue. His speech was completely in step with what BAFTA wants to achieve. The clause was implemented in 2019. There?s still work to do.
Of course he didn't say anything controversial...
I think he should not start getting outspoken like his father.
Quote from: sandy on February 05, 2020, 09:34:08 PM
I think he should not start getting outspoken like his father.
how is making a non controversial speech, in line with BAFTA policy, at a BAFTA event being "outspoken"?
Queen Alex-Yes considering that his speech given at a BAFTA event and was in line with written BAFTA policy, I believe that he was neither outspoken or controversial.
He has a point, the academic voters cast who they individually think is the Best From The Rest. Nothing to do with gender, colour or diversity. It would be a disservice to vote for any of the 3 'just because'.
But Cox exaggerates with resign, William is just following speech recommendations from the Bafta top managers.
William has this as a patronage, it would be the manager's job to talk about this.
Quote from: sandy on February 07, 2020, 03:28:54 PM
William has this as a patronage, it would be the manager's job to talk about this.
Patrons make speeches, that is part of what they do.
Except right or wrong, BAFTA is making diversity part of its awards criteria. William is reiterating what is already BAFTA policy.
It is a known fact and William is just preaching to the choir, who are well aware of it and have been for years. There was a discussion on the news this morning and it did state that more people of color were given awards over the past few years.
Quote from: sandy on February 07, 2020, 03:32:21 PM
It is a known fact and William is just preaching to the choir, who are well aware of it and have been for years. There was a discussion on the news this morning and it did state that more people of color were given awards over the past few years.
If he is "preaching to the choir" how is he being "outspoken" or "controversial"?
Quote from: sandy on February 07, 2020, 03:32:21 PM
It is a known fact and William is just preaching to the choir, who are well aware of it and have been for years. There was a discussion on the news this morning and it did state that more people of color were given awards over the past few years. That caused one British actress who is nominated for an Academy award aka Oscar to decline her BAFTA invitation and criticism by fellow BAFTA members.
However it was not reflected in the BAFTA nominations for 2020.
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Also we should remember that as BAFTA President, William is only addressing the diversity concerns in BAFTA. He is not speaking about the Oscars, Golden Globes, Cesars (France), Bambi's (Germany) or an other organizations.
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His speech was very likely pre-approved by senior members of the organization before the awards ceremony.
Quote from: QueenAlex on February 07, 2020, 03:36:15 PM
If he is "preaching to the choir" how is he being "outspoken" or "controversial"?
It's still a royal speaking out on an issue.
And this royal is the President of BAFTA who is sharing the BAFTA message that aligns with its written policy on diversity.
Quote from: sandy on February 08, 2020, 12:10:26 AM
It's still a royal speaking out on an issue.
Yes taht's what he is supposed to do. his job is to draw attention to issues, usualy non controversial ones.. and to try to nudge things on in a quiet way.
Supposedly William was not going to speak out on issues like his father.
Quote from: sandy on February 08, 2020, 01:22:46 PM
Supposedly William was not going to speak out on issues like his father.
Of course he was going to speak out on issues. what do you think he was going to do spend his life saying I declare this hospital open?
Quote from: sandy on February 08, 2020, 01:22:46 PM
Supposedly William was not going to speak out on issues like his father.
As William is the BAFTA president and was addressing an issue that BAFTA members have concerns about and have an established written policy on the matter, it doesn't surprise me that he did so at the BAFTA awards. :shrug:
Had William just been an invited guest with no ties to the organization who randomly chose that evening to discuss diversity in the nominating process, then that would have been surprising to me. :o
In this day an age it would be surprising if the organization was not concerned about the lack of diversity in its nominees. And it would be wrong for the President not to address it. I thought the speech was great - he didn't overdo it, and it seemed to be well received.
Quote from: TLLK on February 08, 2020, 02:48:38 PM
As William is the BAFTA president and was addressing an issue that BAFTA members have concerns about and have an established written policy on the matter, it doesn't surprise me that he did so at the BAFTA awards. :shrug:
Had William just been an invited guest with no ties to the organization who randomly chose that evening to discuss diversity in the nominating process, then that would have been surprising to me. :o
Or if he had come out with something like "oh all this diversity stuff is a load of nonsense, just political correctness gone mad" that might be kind of outre and controversial...
He should have talked about the great movies and performers for that year. My opinion.
Quote from: TLLK on February 03, 2020, 01:40:23 AM
Yes I agree @Blue Clover. Considering that Prince William had two family members who are currently or were professional actors, the issue of diversity in the field does strike a personal cord IMO.
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Prince William Makes Joke About The Crown & the Royal Family at the BAFTAs 2020 (https://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/tradition/a30743294/prince-william-royal-family-the-crown-joke-baftas-speech-2020/)
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Prince William's speech from tonight.
Double post auto-merged: February 03, 2020, 03:08:19 AM
I found the reference to the number of winners who portrayed a member of the BRF to be funny. :hehe:
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Regarding Catherine's Van Cleef and Arpels' necklace and earrings, I wonder if Prince Charles bought their jewelry for his wife and daughters-in-law for Christmas this year? I know that Camilla has a similar pair of earrings from the line.
Here's Prince William's speech in full in which he also commented upon the exceptional films and those involved with them.
Quote from: TLLK on February 10, 2020, 12:25:11 AM
Here's Prince William's speech in full in which he also commented upon the exceptional films and those involved with them.
It's hard to think that anyone would take offense - it was not at all confrontational, as I said, it seemed to be taken very well.
HRH The Duke of Cambridge's appointment to BAFTA's presidency in February 2010 follows a long tradition of Royal involvement with BAFTA; all but one of BAFTA's presidents in its history have been members of the Royal Family.
Charities Forum
BAFTA and Aardman co-hosted an event for the young beneficiaries of the charities supported by TRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry at the home of BAFTA in London.
BAFTA Young Games Designers Showcase
TRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge met young beneficiaries of BAFTA?s support for new talent in the games industry during a visit to Dundee. The event included winners of a UK-wide game design competition, as well as current and former games students who are supported by BAFTA.
Give Something Back
In November 2013, HRH The Duke of Cambridge officially launched BAFTA's ?Give Something Back? industry campaign, calling for BAFTA members, award winners and industry organisations to contribute towards BAFTA?s charitable activities.
Prince William Scholarships
In 2013, at the official opening of the Warner Bros. Studios, Leavesden, HRH The Duke of Cambridge announced the launch of Prince William Scholarships in Film, Television and Games, supported by BAFTA and Warner Bros.
Prince William Scholarships
In 2013, at the official opening of the Warner Bros. Studios, Leavesden, HRH The Duke of Cambridge announced the launch of Prince William Scholarships in Film, Television and Games, supported by BAFTA and Warner Bros.
President and Vice Presidents | BAFTA (https://www.bafta.org/about/key-personnel/president)
NEW: The Duke of Cambridge will visit @BAFTA HQ on Thursday to learn how young people will be supported to build careers in the film, games and television industries. Their newly refurbished building has a new dedicated learning area with "built-in state-of-the-art technology".
https://twitter.com/CameronDLWalker/status/1485995680808292354?s=20
BAFTA has launched a career development bursary fund backed by Prince William along with a membership tier for emerging and mid-level creatives as the awards body settles into its redeveloped London home.
Along with the likes of Vigil star and BAFTA mentor Suranne Jones, the Duke of Cambridge attended BAFTA's redeveloped London offices today for an event kickstarting his fund, which will support up-and-coming film, TV and games professionals who, due to financial reasons, would otherwise not be able to pursue careers in the screen industries.
BAFTA to Support Underrepresented Groups, Prince William Bursary Set ? The Hollywood Reporter (https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/bafta-underrepresented-groups-support-prince-william-bursary-1235082297/)
BAFTA Launches Prince William-Backed Fund And Diverse Membership Tier ? Deadline (https://deadline.com/2022/01/bafta-launches-prince-william-bursary-1234920845/)
Prince William Gives Royal Nod to New BAFTA Schemes - Variety (https://variety.com/2022/film/global/prince-william-bafta-schemes-1235164926/)
Spencer is SNUBBED in BAFTA noms | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-10473001/Spencer-SNUBBED-BAFTA-noms.html)
Spencer Snubbed at BAFTAs, the Film Academy Headed by Prince William | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/spencer-snubbed-bafta-nominations-prince-williams-role-president/)
Per Duke of Cambridge he is President of Bafta and Duke of Cambridge wouldn?t watch his mom movie
Release date: February 27 2021
Director: Pablo Larrain
Box office: 17.4 million USD
Cinematography: Claire Mathon
Music composed by: Jonny Greenwood
Budget: 18 million USD
Audience rating summary
From 1 to 5, Five start being the best
2.3
3044 ratings
If the film spent 18 Million, and the ticket sales made less than the 18 million, it's a flop
Lots of non action films are so-called flops nowadays. A lot are ignored by award shows. And the box office for Spencer is nearly 18 mill. When it becomes available to stream and hire it could well make it?s money back and more in years to come. 17 million is nothing to be sneezed at. We?ve viewed films here this year that made less than that at the cinema, especially in these Covid times, and thoroughly enjoyed them.
Prince William addressed the 2022 BAFTA awards with a pre-recorded message.
QuoteThe future King usually attends the ceremony and walks the red carpet with Kate but this year the couple sadly had to decline their invite due to "diary constraints".
William made a virtual appearance at the 2022 ceremony
Last year during the 2021 virtual ceremony, William was due to record a video speech but was also forced to pull out after his grandfather Prince Philip suddenly passed away. It was the first time William had missed the prestigious ceremony since his appointment as president of the British Academy of Film & Television Arts in 2010.
Prince William makes surprise BAFTA appearance after snubbing 2022 awards ceremony | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20220313135297/prince-william-surprise-bafta-appearance/)
Quote"Good evening everyone," William said at the start of his speech. "As President of BAFTA, I am extremely proud to see the work that BAFTA undertakes year-round to provide opportunities and support for talented people to develop successful careers in film, games and television." It?s wonderful that there are more than thirty participants from Breakthrough UK in the audience this evening. Two of them, Aleem Khan and Jessie Buckley, are nominated for awards tonight. They join an impressive list of young talent, including Bukky Bakray and Florence Pugh, as well as Paapa Essiedu and Ray Panthaki who are closely involved with BAFTA-nominated films. "BAFTA hopes to inspire and support future generations from all walks of life to become the filmmakers of the future. And I hope that for some of those watching these awards, that journey starts today."
William concluded: "Congratulations to all the nominees and winners. I wish you all a wonderful evening."
#EarthshotLondon2021 has won a @BAFTA!
Huge congratulations to everyone involved in our inaugural Awards, which celebrated some of the most extraordinary solutions to the Earth's greatest challenges.
Here's to the USA 2022!!
https://twitter.com/EarthshotPrize/status/1523385270321754115?s=20&t=aE1pYT2GlSYGEVnk_YoPIQ
The Prince and Princess of Wales will attend the EE @BAFTA Film Awards ceremony at the Royal Festival Hall on Sunday 19th February. William is President of BAFTA. They will watch the Awards ceremony before meeting category winners and EE Rising Star Award nominees.
Rebecca English
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Kate Middleton and Prince William to Attend 2023 BAFTAs: See Past Pics (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-prince-william-will-attend-2023-bafta-awards-red-carpet-moment/)
Prince William and Kate Middleton confirm post half-term plans after week with kids | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20230210164061/kate-middleton-prince-william-confirm-attendance-bafta-awards/)
Prince William and Kate Middleton to attend BAFTAs for the first time in three years | The Sun (https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/21350333/william-kate-attend-baftas-2023/)
Arriving the BAFTA
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Perfect Princess! Kate Middleton wows on BAFTA red carpet alongside Prince William as she dons a white one shoulder gown and black opera gloves for the awards
BAFTA 2023: Kate Middleton wows on red carpet alongside Prince William | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11769265/BAFTA-2023-Kate-Middleton-wows-red-carpet-alongside-Prince-William.html)
Kate paired a white floor-length Alexander McQueen dress, which she has worn previously, with black gloves and gold earrings -
Some people shouted "we love you Kate" as the couple walked inside -
https://twitter.com/PAshowbiz/status/1627366111304884227?s=20
Catherine has taken a white gown that she wore in 2019 and has had the shoulder reworked with additional draping.
BAFTA 2023: Kate Middleton wows on red carpet alongside Prince William | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11769265/BAFTA-2023-Kate-Middleton-wows-red-carpet-alongside-Prince-William.html)
Kate Middleton and Prince William Hit 2023 BAFTAs Red Carpet (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-prince-william-baftas-2023-red-carpet-appearance/)
Kate Middleton and Prince William shine on the red carpet at 2023 BAFTAs - live updates | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20230219164663/kate-middleton-prince-william-attend-2023-baftas/)
Kate Middleton and Prince William attend BAFTAs for first time in three years | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1736747/kate-middleton-prince-william-baftas-2023-pictures)
Kate Middleton stuns with dramatic white dress and black gloves at BAFTAs ceremony - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/kate-middleton-stuns-dramatic-white-29255742)
Princess Kate dazzles in chic white gown and statement Zara earrings she joins Prince William on Bafta red carpet | The Sun (https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/21440591/princess-kate-dazzles-chic-white-gown-bafta/)
Dame Helen Mirren pays tribute to the late QEII at tonight's BAFTA awards.
Prince William tears up as Helen Mirren pays tribute to the late Queen at the BAFTAs - video | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20230219164777/prince-william-emotional-helen-mirren-baftas-tribute-the-queen/)
QuoteThe Prince of Wales looked visibly emotional as Dame Helen Mirren paid a special tribute to his late grandmother Queen Elizabeth II at Sunday night's Baftas.
As a special video was played on screen, Dame Helen said: "Cinema at its best does what Her Majesty did effortlessly ? bring us together and unite us through a story. Your Majesty, you were our nation's leading star."
Prince and Princess of Wales watch on as Dame Helen Mirren pays tribute to the late Queen | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11769715/Prince-Princess-Wales-watch-Dame-Helen-Mirren-pays-tribute-late-Queen.html)
BAFTAs: Kate Middleton, Prince William Watch Queen Elizabeth Tribute (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-prince-william-watch-queen-elizabeth-tribute-helen-mirren-baftas-2023/)
Prince William emotional over Helen Mirren's tribute to late Queen at BAFTAs - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/prince-william-emotional-over-helen-29256607)
Lovely tribute from Dame Helen Mirren
Kate Middleton is likely to miss out on BAFTAs, Commonwealth Day Service and St Patrick's Day engagements - after undergoing 'planned abdominal (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12974481/Kate-Middleton-likely-miss-BAFTAs-Commonwealth-Day-Service-St-Patricks-Day-engagements-undergoing-planned-abdominal-surgery.html)
Kate,Princess of Wales will missed BAFTA due on medical leave and also surgery from abdominal surgery but she will back after Easter
Prince William has only been seen once since Christmas - and is now likely to miss the BAFTAs, Six Nations, and charity events as he stays by Kate's (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12974617/Prince-William-Christmas-likely-miss-BAFTAs-Six-Nations-charity-events-stays-Kates-recovers-surgery.html)
Prince William will likely miss the BAFTAs as president February 18,2024 but he stay with Kate,Princess of Wales during recovery from abdominal surgery.
RICHARD KAY: The double blow of King Charles and our future Queen Kate's medical treatment leaves the nation reeling... it sends a shiver down our (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/debate/article-12976113/RICHARD-KAY-double-blow-King-Charles-Princess-Kates-medical-treatment-send-collective-shiver-spines.html)
The Daily Fail and the toady Richard Kay strikes again!
?Leaves the nation reeling with a collective shiver down their spines?. Er, no. Not according to 95% of the comments from ordinary Britons posting in the comments section below. Nor to any of the friends and relatives still in the UK that I phoned up in the last hour!
I wish Kate no ill will at all. I hope both she and King Charles recover well from their surgeries. But to portray two Royal family members going to hospital as some kind of collective mental crisis for the British nation is just hyperbole gone mad. Most Britons will be saying ?Oh, that?s not good news? and then will be going on with their day.
It?s elected officials and those who might be that is causing shivers down my spine. Such as Trump?s seeming poll numbers and caucus victory.
I expect many Britons, and people around the world, feel some degree of concern for Charles and Catherine, and wish them good recoveries. But of course people will go on about their day. And as of now, there's no reason not to. Catherine is said to be doing well, or as well as can be expected after a major surgery, though she does have a long recuperation ahead. As for Charles, every surgery has some risk and the older a person becomes, the risk increases a bit. But the odds are good that he will come through just fine and his condition is benign, and not uncommon at all for a man his age.
But sensationalism is popular these days, so dramatic headlines attract the viewers. I so wish we could get back to calmer, factual reporting. It would be so much better for us all.
If it is any consolation, Trump was expected to win the Iowa caucus. He actually won the Iowa caucus by a greater margin in 2020. I don't think anyone should be either complacent or depressed about voting at this stage.