The Princess of Wales introduced again a Self Portrait costume for tonight’s VE Day live performance. The occasion wraps up 4 days of celebrations marking the eightieth anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.
A fast video of the King and Queen arriving was posted by Emily Ferguson of The Each day Specific.
The King and Queen arrive for the VE Day 80 live performance stay from Horse Guards Parade 🇬🇧 pic.twitter.com/Go2eQ72eiz
— Emily Ferguson (@emilyinpalace) Could 8, 2025
The King and Queen as they took their seats. On the King’s proper was a World Battle II veteran named Harry Richardson. Mr. Richardson was a bomber pilot in the course of the battle and a recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross. He’s now 107 years previous. 
Beneath, the veteran greets the Princess of Wales.
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Each the Prince and the Princess hung out chatting with Mr. Richardson.
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The previous pilot talking with the King.
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Extra from The Mirror’s piece by Russell Myers.
A touching second amid the singing and unimaginable performances as 107-year-old veteran Harry Richardson’s letters frome from the Entrance to his associate was learn out.
As a backdrop to the phrases, Freya Ridings’ Misplaced With out You was hauntingly performed, leaving many in tears.
The royal field at Horse Guards Parade. On Prince William’s proper, Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
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The Princess is greeted by Victoria Starmer, the Prime Minister’s spouse.
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Additionally attending tonight’s gala, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh. (I believed I noticed a photograph displaying the Duke of Gloucester on the live performance, however haven’t been in a position to find that picture.)
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And here’s a broad shot of the group.
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There was a shock flypast by a World Battle Two-era Lancaster bomber as issues received underway.
We had been proud to conduct a shock flypast over this evenings #VE80 celebrations in London!
Thanks to the @BBC for the footage of the occasion. #VE80 #VEDay80 #Horseguards #London pic.twitter.com/czL7nljWqC
— RAF BBMF (@RAFBBMF) Could 8, 2025
Extra in regards to the occasion from the BBC’s protection.
The occasion, offered by Zoe Ball, featured performances by artists together with Fleur East, Calum Scott and The Darkness, in addition to storytelling and tributes to veterans.
Beneath, a tribute to the Andrews Sisters.
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A choir carried out.
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Samantha Barks sang the wartime basic, “We’ll Meet Once more.”
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The gang appeared very engaged all through the live performance.
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As had been the Prince and Princess. 
And the King and Queen.
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Fleur East and the “Strictly Come Dancing” professionals.
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Sir Willard White sang, “You’ll By no means Stroll Alone.”
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Actor Brian Cox delivered a robust re-enactment of Winston Churchill’s iconic wartime speech.
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The Princess having fun with the live performance. 
After a lot of the leisure was full, the King took the stage to ship remarks. 
Extra from the BBC’s story.
King Charles received a rousing reception when he took to the stage and, on an evening of household reminiscences, his speech started with a reference to his family.
“It’s now 80 years since my grandfather, King George VI, introduced to the nation and the Commonwealth that ‘the dreadful shadow of battle has handed from our hearths and our properties’. The liberation of Europe was secured,” the King instructed the viewers on the VE Day live performance.
He quoted his grandfather King George VI: “We will have failed, and the blood of our dearest can have flowed in useless, if the victory which they died to win doesn’t result in a long-lasting peace, based on justice and established in good will.”
Because the King spoke, photos had been proven on large screens erected for the live performance.
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The King included a couple of parts from his late mom’s diary:
“Out within the crowd once more. Embankment, Piccadilly. Rained, so fewer individuals. Conga-ed into Home. Sang until 2 a.m. Mattress at 3 a.m.!”
A large shot because the King spoke.
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And a wave from the King as he concluded his speech.
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Now, for our take a look at what Kate wore this night. 
The Princess repeated a costume by Self Portrait, the Cream Tailor-made Boucle and Chiffon Midi Gown. Made from polyester material, the frock is described as a midi wrap model with “a long-sleeved bodice that’s fitted on the waist and falls to a pleated midi skirt.” It options a number of textures, together with the nubby boucle, chiffon, and lace. 
It has peak lapels, flap pockets, a self-belt, and it’s lined. Beneath, a more in-depth take a look at the small print.
We first noticed the Princess sporting this design at a September 2021 reception thanking those that labored on the Maintain Nonetheless guide venture. 
The costume made a second look for the Platinum Celebration on the Palace live performance in 2022.
The Princess wore her hair partially pulled again with a big velvet bow on the again.
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She carried her Chanel Basic Sq. Mini Flap Purse (related model right here) in quilted black lambskin with goldtone metallic {hardware}. 
The Princess accessorized with items from classic jeweler Susan Caplan. Many readers will acknowledge the 5-Strand Necklace, first worn to occasions marking Holocaust Memorial Day in January of this 12 months. 
The earrings are Nineteen Eighties Classic Renaissance Revival design (£75, now offered out), a gold-plated model that includes fake pearls in a cross sample with smaller fake pearl accents. Thanks to Irish Sara for her fast work figuring out the earrings and Middleton Maven for confirming the ID with Susan Caplan.
A take a look at the Cenotaph tonight.
The floodlit Cenotaph on Whitehall on the conclusion of the #VEDay80 commemorations. 📷 Joe Little pic.twitter.com/nntKl44DA6
— Majesty Journal & Joe Little (@MajestyMagazine) Could 8, 2025
Right here is yet one more picture from tonight’s live performance.
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VIDEOS:
This video from the UK Ministry of Defence does a superb job of reminding us of the scenes in London 80 years in the past.
This VE Day and all the time, we are going to keep in mind the era that gave every part to revive freedom to Europe.
#VEDay80 pic.twitter.com/YGXTtP88XT— Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 (@DefenceHQ) Could 8, 2025
Sky Information reveals the whole lot of the King’s speech on this clip.
A video posted by Buckingham Palace.
An inspiring night to recollect, rejoice and honour the heroes who risked their lives within the Second World Battle.#VEDay80 pic.twitter.com/bQJJWACnpV
— The Royal Household (@RoyalFamily) Could 8, 2025
And an fascinating premise for a video is seen on this piece from the UK’s Division for Tradition, Media, and Sport.
We’re right here as a result of they had been there#VEDay80 | #VE80 | #Victory80 pic.twitter.com/kfGJHuSaGn
— Division for Tradition, Media and Sport (@DCMS) Could 8, 2025
