It has been a little over three months since King Charles III. came to the throne – and the monarch was busy making changes within the royal family.
On Wednesday, announced the palace The King gave new titles to Kate Middleton, Prince William and Queen Consort Camilla Parker-Bowles while also revealing the date for his birthday celebration known as Trooping the Colours.
Charles’ daughter-in-law was officially appointed the new Honorary Colonel in the Irish Guard, a title previously held by her husband.
The monarch announced many changes for the royal family on Wednesday. Getty Images
The monarch announced many changes for the royal family on Wednesday. Getty Images
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Fittingly, given Middleton’s new role, the Prince of Wales has been made Colonel in the Welsh Guards.
King Charles also revealed that the Queen Consort will serve as Colonel in the Grenadier Guards, a position previously held by the disgraced Prince Andrew.
The King bestowed a title on Kate Middleton previously held by Prince William. Getty Images
Amid the changes, the Palace also announced that the annual Trooping of the Colors will be held on June 17, 2023 – although Charles’ 75th birthday is actually in November.
The king seems to have taken his late mother’s lead in deciding to hold the parade months before his actual name day due to better weather.
The parade – which also celebrates the armed forces – will feature more than 1,400 soldiers, 200 horses and 400 musicians, according to Buckingham Palace.
The annual parade takes place after the King’s coronation day. Getty Images
In fact, some royals will also join the parade while riding horseback so thousands of people can cheer them on from afar.
The big day is set to come just six weeks after Charles’ coronation day – which could potentially be another family reunion.
The parade will celebrate both the armed forces and Charles’ birthday. Getty Images
According to the Chron, despite their strained relationship, the monarch plans to invite son Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle to the event.
“Harry is his son and His Majesty will always love him,” the insider said. “Even if it’s difficult at the moment, the door will always remain ajar.”