King hosts state banquet for Emir of Qatar with Beckhams attending- live
Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and his first wife, Sheikha Jawaher, were welcomed by the royal couple and King Charles during a grand and elaborate ceremony held in Whitehall.
Queen Camilla was notably absent, as she had to withdraw from the official outdoor welcome at Horse Guards Parade and the carriage ride to Buckingham Palace on Monday evening. This was due to the ongoing effects of a recent viral chest infection.
Camilla would be meeting up with the royal gathering later for a private lunch with the Emir and his spouse. She is also set to attend nearly all parts of the evening state banquet at Buckingham Palace, which is being held in tribute to the Emir, except for one aspect.
William and Kate attended the ceremony at Horse Guards Parade, marking one of Kate's rare official outings this year as she has been successfully undergoing treatment for cancer.
In the evening, the King, along with other members of the Royal Family, held a State Banquet at Buckingham Palace in honor of the Sheikh and his spouse.
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Guests Gather For The State Banquet
Guests have taken their seats at Buckingham Palace for the State Banquet.
Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of Qatar, was positioned between The Princess Royal and the King, and the three were spotted sharing a laugh together.
At one moment during the event, the attendees lifted their glasses in a toast, capturing a photo of the King and the Emir of Qatar as they shared a joyful clink.
King Charles and the Emir of Qatar share a celebratory drink.
King Charles III hosted a State Banquet attended by the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and Princess Anne, the Princess Royal.
Visitors at the State Banquet held at Buckingham Palace in London, as part of the Emir of Qatar's official visit to the UK, were accompanied by his first of three spouses.
PM Sir Keir Starmer Seen In East Gallery
The Prime Minister has been photographed in his tuxedo en route to the state banquet.
Sir Keir Starmer was seen having a conversation with H.E. Ms Lolwah bint Rashid Al-Khater, who serves as the Minister of Education and Higher Education in Qatar.
H.E. Ms. Lolwah bint Rashid Al-Khater and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer walk through the East Gallery on their way to the state banquet.
King Charles And Qatar Emir Enjoy A Banter
King Charles and the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, engaged in friendly conversation while walking through the East Gallery on their way to the state banquet.
Following the two men, Queen Camilla and Sheikha Jawaher, the wife of the Emir of Qatar, also make their way through.
King Charles stands alongside the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, as well as Queen Camilla and Sheikha Jawaher, the wife of the Emir.
Posh And Becks Arrive At State Banquet
David Beckham and his wife Victoria were spotted heading to their first state banquet at Buckingham Palace.
The couple was spotted walking through the palace with other attendees as they made their way along the East Gallery to join the banquet.
Beckham received an invitation due to his strong ties with Qatar, having served as a paid ambassador for the nation during the 2022 FIFA World Cup. This role reportedly earned him around £10 million.
David and Victoria Beckham walk through the East Gallery to join the state banquet hosted for the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, at Buckingham Palace.
Queen Wears Late Queen's Diamond Kokoshnik Tiara
For the state banquet, the Queen donned an elegant evening gown in rich red velvet designed by Fiona Clare, complemented by the Diamond Kokoshnik Tiara that once belonged to the late Queen.
Her diamond earrings were part of her personal collection, and the diamond necklace had previously been owned by Queen Elizabeth II.
She also adorned her wrist with a bracelet featuring rubies and diamonds, along with the family orders of both the late Queen and King Charles III, which are small portraits of the monarchs displayed on ribbons.
The Duchess of Edinburgh donned a Suzannah gown and accessorized with a diamond and aquamarine tiara from the Royal Collection.
Queen Camilla prior to a formal dinner at Buckingham Palace.
King And Queen Attend State Banquet In Qatar
The King and Queen smiled for photos alongside Qatar's Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, and Sheikha Jawaher bint Hamad bin Suhaim al-Thani as they made their entrance to a State Banquet at Buckingham Palace.
Queen Camilla of Britain, the Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, King Charles III of Britain, and Sheikha Jawaher bint Hamad bin Suhaim al-Thani have arrived for a State Banquet at Buckingham Palace.
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David And Victoria Beckham Attend Qatari Banquet
Famous couple David and Victoria Beckham made their debut at a state banquet in Buckingham Palace, where they joined the King and Queen for a glamorous event celebrating the ruler of Qatar.
The former England captain and ex-Spice Girl who has become a fashion designer, known as "Posh and Becks," were part of the 170 attendees at the Palace ballroom on Tuesday night.
Beckham received an invitation due to his strong ties with Qatar, where he served as a paid ambassador during the 2022 FIFA World Cup, earning an estimated £10 million in the process.
However, he received strong backlash for the association due to Qatar's laws that punish same-sex relationships.
David Beckham and his wife, former Spice Girl Victoria, will enjoy a meal that includes Windsor pheasant, Cornish lobsters, and a delectable Balmoral plum sorbet. They will be among notable guests, including Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and the Prince of Wales.
Upcoming State Banquet Will Start Soon
The King will be holding a formal dinner for the Emir of Qatar and his spouse to conclude the first day of their visit.
Kate won’t be going to the state banquet held by Charles in the palace ballroom, even though William will be attending.
Kate has slowly started to take on her royal responsibilities again after sharing in September that she had finished her chemotherapy. Her main priority now is to focus on staying cancer-free.
It is anticipated that the Queen will be present as well.
