As Kate Middleton joined Queen Elizabeth on a recent drive to church near Balmoral castle in Scotland, she looked ready to get back to her royal duties — and ready to be a monarch herself. The Duchess of Cambridge, 36, wore a pair of diamond-and-pearl earrings borrowed from her grandmother-in-law that had been gifted to the Queen for her 1947 wedding by the ruler of Bahrain. Was it a signal that Kate is moving even closer to the throne? "Kate has already taken on some of the Queen's patronages, like Wimbledon and Action for Children," a royals insider exclusively told Closer Weekly in the magazine's latest issue, on newsstands now. "She is starting to take up a lot of the Queen's workload." (Photo Credit: Getty Images) Kate's schedule promises to be busier than ever this fall when her kids go back to school. Prince George, 5, "will settle into more structured courses," said royals expert James McCourt; Princess Charlotte,...
- 9/6/2018
- by Closer Staff
- Closer Weekly
What a busy week for the royal family! On Monday, June 9, Kate Middleton, Prince William, Prince Harry, and Meghan Markle stepped out for Prince Louis' christening, and now, just one day later, the couples have made another appearance as a foursome for a military service to celebrate the 100th birthday of the Royal Air Force. They joined Queen Elizabeth, Prince Charles, and Camilla Parker Bowles at Westminster Abbey for a service to honor the world's first independent air force. (Photo Credit: Getty Images) For the special event, Meghan looked stunning in a Dior black dress that very much resembled her wedding dress (we love her with a boatneck!). She finished off the Audrey Hepburn-inspired look with a matching hat. Kate, to no surprise, donned another Alexander McQueen look — a blue dress with a matching hat. Royal fans were excited to see the Queen out and about today after she...
- 7/10/2018
- by Samantha Faragalli
- Closer Weekly
When it comes to fatherhood advice, Prince William is a royal expert! In fact, William, 36, has been giving his younger brother, Prince Harry, 33, tips on being a dad after his royal wedding to Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle earlier this summer. "William has been giving Harry tips on fatherhood. And Harry and Meghan see the time they spend with their nephews and niece as good practice," a royal insider told Closer Weekly. "Harry and Meghan haven’t officially announced that they’re trying to start a family, but they have given hints that children are definitely part of their plan," royals expert James McCourt revealed. Now that William and Harry are both married — Wills, of course, tied the knot with Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton, 36, back in 2011 — the beloved brothers have more in common than ever before. And, Harry has always been a loving uncle to William and Kate's three kids: Prince George,...
- 7/7/2018
- by Julia Birkinbine
- Life and Style
Now that they're married, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's royal responsibilites have majorly increased — so, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are working hard to prioritize spending quality time together as their lives get busier. "In the evenings, the newlyweds often enjoy going to see West End theater productions or disguising themselves to attend film screenings incognito," royals expert James McCourt exclusively revealed to Closer Weekly in the magazine's latest issue, on newsstands now. "After dinner, they get to wind down and relax. They’ll snuggle up on the couch with candles burning and binge-watch their favorite TV shows, like Homeland." (Photo Credit: Getty Images) The couple's nights in are a rare opportunity for Harry, 33, and Meghan, 36, to be totally alone. "The royal family abides by precise schedules due to strict security regulations, so no other family member will be tapping on the door asking for a cup of sugar!
- 7/5/2018
- by Julia Birkinbine
- Closer Weekly
When it comes to fatherhood advice, Prince William is a royal expert! In fact, William, 36, has been giving his younger brother, Prince Harry, 33, tips on being a dad after his royal wedding to Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle earlier this summer. "William has been giving Harry tips on fatherhood. And Harry and Meghan see the time they spend with their nephews and niece as good practice," a royal insider exclusively told Closer Weekly in the magazine's latest issue, on newsstands now. (Photo Credit: Getty Images) "Harry and Meghan haven’t officially announced that they’re trying to start a family, but they have given hints that children are definitely part of their plan," royals expert James McCourt exclusively told Closer. Now that William and Harry are both married — Wills, of course, tied the knot with Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton, 36, back in 2011 — the beloved brothers have more in common than ever before.
- 7/5/2018
- by Julia Birkinbine
- Closer Weekly
Since Meghan Markle and Prince Harry tied the knot on May 19, they have been adjusting well to their new life together. In fact, the new Duke and Duchess of Sussex have a daily routine that they do every day together. Meghan and Harry like to rise at 6 a.m. to enjoy the early morning hours. "They always have breakfast together," confides an insider to Closer Weekly, who adds that Meghan has gently prodded her new husband into eating healthier fare like oatmeal with fruit and avocado toast instead of his favorite traditional "fry-up" of bacon, sausage, and eggs. "After breakfast, they’ll go for a run together," says the insider. Meghan finishes off her morning routine with some yoga to help her feel balanced. The couple’s workday begins with visits from the secretaries who handle their schedules. "Harry and Meghan check in to confirm plans for the day, get...
- 7/4/2018
- by Closer Staff
- Closer Weekly
A month after their romantic wedding celebration, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle took their place alongside Queen Elizabeth at the recent Royal Ascot horse races. The happy couple — both wearing festive hats as per tradition — looked quite bashful when they received a huge cheer from the 300,000 spectators who lined up to watch the procession. These are sweet days for the newlyweds, who have embraced their public duties while privately planning for their future. Now Harry, 33, and his American bride, 36, have located the perfect country getaway in the Cotswolds, a rural area of south central England famous for its rolling green hills and lavish estates. Their new home, which will be completed next year, will provide them with an escape from prying eyes and official obligations. "Meghan and Harry love the picturesque landscape and peacefulness," an insider confides to Closer. "They will be able to get the privacy they need there.
- 6/27/2018
- by Samantha Faragalli
- Closer Weekly
A few days after the pageantry of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding, Kate Middleton held daughter Princess Charlotte’s hand at the Houghton Horse Trials as the little royal enjoyed an ice cream and Prince George toured an air ambulance vehicle. The fun, relaxed day out typifies how Kate and William are raising their kids. "They have taken very hands-on parenting roles in an attempt to give their children as normal an upbringing as possible," royals expert James McCourt exclusively told Closer Weekly in the magazine's latest issue, on newsstands now. That’s also true for how Kate, 36, and William, 35, are keeping their kids safe. As parents, they must balance their worries about real dangers — a terrorist recently called for an attack against George — with raising their kids to feel secure. It’s not easy to navigate. "I’m a lot more emotional than I used to be,...
- 6/13/2018
- by Closer Staff
- Closer Weekly
Royal baby No. 3 will be here any day now, so it seems! The hospital where pregnant Kate Middleton is expected to welcome her third child is busy preparing for flag-bearing crowds and television crews that will come when Kate pops with everything from parking restrictions to security barriers now in place. The "no parking" sign says parking is suspended from Monday, April 9 to Monday, April 30, for an "event." Countdown to Baby Cambridge #3 begins. The no parking signs are up outside the Lindo Wing of St. Mary’s hospital, Paddington, London where Kate will give birth later this month @people pic.twitter.com/7Lc7jwgYbc— Simon Perry (@SPerryPeoplemag) April 9, 2018 The first hint from the hospital came about in late March right next to the same steps outside the Lindo Wing at St Mary's Hospital in London where Kate and her husband, Prince William, first made their debuts with Prince George, 4, and Princess Charlotte,...
- 4/9/2018
- by Samantha Faragalli
- Closer Weekly
This time around, Kate Middleton and Prince William will be just as surprised when their baby is born as the millions of royal fans around the world. That's because they reportedly still have no idea what the gender of their third baby is — and will find out when the little one is born this month! "William and Kate don't know the sex of the baby so they're rather looking forward to finding out," an insider told E! News in March. "It's very difficult to be totally prepared when you don't know if it's going to be a boy or a girl." Last fall, an insider told Us Weekly they are leaving the baby's gender a surprise. "They’re going to leave it to surprise this time," explained the source. "They’re taking each day as it comes. After you’ve had two children, the third usually feels like somewhat of...
- 4/3/2018
- by Closer Staff
- Closer Weekly
Royal baby No. 3 is almost here! Pregnant Kate Middleton had her last public outing before she officially goes on maternity leave on Thursday, March 22 alongside her husband, Prince William. The royal duo has a full day of appearances (many associated with the Commonwealth) set up for Kate's last day of work for what we assume will be a while. They kicked off their morning at London’s Olympic Park where they visited SportsAid, a charity that challenges the next generation of British Paralympic athletes. (Photo Credit: Getty Images) Kate, of course, looked stunning in a floral shirt, pair of black pants, creme coat, and black heels during the appearance. Her husband looked dapper in a casual ensemble: a pair of dark jeans with a white button-up shirt and dark blue blazer. Kate's maternity leave is coming at a good time, as sources recently told Closer Weekly that the Duchess can't...
- 3/22/2018
- by Samantha Faragalli
- Closer Weekly
As royal couple Kate Middleton and Prince William count down the days until their third child is born in April, the royal couple has enlisted the help of Britain's hottest — and most adorable! — design experts to help decorate the nursery: Prince George, 4, and Princess Charlotte, 2. "Kate wants them to participate in making the baby feel welcome, so she's allowing them each to choose a special stuffed animal to place in the baby's room," royal expert James McCourt exclusively tells Closer Weekly. McCourt adds, "Charlotte has even started practicing her big-sister skills on her dolls!" Kate, 36, is thrilled with how well her little ones have embraced the idea of a new sibling, though she can't believe how fast time is flying. "She admitted only the other day that she still thinks of Charlotte as her baby," Katie Nicholl, royal watcher and author of [Prince] Harry: Life, Loss, and Love, tells Closer. (Photo...
- 3/14/2018
- by Closer Staff
- Closer Weekly
Chicago – The actor John Mahoney, the son of Chicago that came here from England, died on February 4th, 2018 at his home in nearby Oak Park. He was 77. He had a varied career of stage and screen roles, but he is best remembered as Dad Martin Crane to sons Niles and “Frasier,” on that long running series.
He was born in Blackpool, Lancashire, England, and came to the U.S. because his sister was a war bride. She sponsored his emigration here, and after serving in the army graduated from downstate Quincy University. Post graduation, he was a teacher at Western Illinois University and journal editor in Chicago, but a dissatisfaction for that life led him to acting lessons through members of the fledgling Steppenwolf Theatre company. He joined that ensemble in the late 1970s, and had a hit play called “Orphans” that went to New York and put him on the map.
He was born in Blackpool, Lancashire, England, and came to the U.S. because his sister was a war bride. She sponsored his emigration here, and after serving in the army graduated from downstate Quincy University. Post graduation, he was a teacher at Western Illinois University and journal editor in Chicago, but a dissatisfaction for that life led him to acting lessons through members of the fledgling Steppenwolf Theatre company. He joined that ensemble in the late 1970s, and had a hit play called “Orphans” that went to New York and put him on the map.
- 2/9/2018
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
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