Dolly Parton hopes to spend time with Princess Catherine of Wales. Getty Images
The country legend, 79, revealed this week that she has a trip to England planned for October, where she's going to "hopefully, get to have tea with the queen [Camilla]."
“I don’t know if that offer still stands, but if she wants me and I’m there, I’ll be right there with tea bag in hand,” the "Jolene" singer said.
"If she wants me and I’m there, I’ll be right there with tea bag in hand,” Parton said. Getty Images
As for the royal grandchildren, Dolly's earlier invitation for George, Charlotte and Louis to visit her Tennessee theme park, Dollywood, is still on the table.
Charlotte, George and Louis are invited to visit the country singer's theme park. Getty Images
“They’re all invited. We would love to have them at Dollywood, and if they decide their schedule ever permits that, well, then we will go all out to try to make it a royal treat for them,” she said.
The Country Music Hall of Famer has her own cookbooks and a new line of frozen foods — so would she be open to visiting Meghan Markle's (stage) kitchen for a guest appearance on her "With Love, Meghan" lifestyle show?
“Well, never say never, you never know where you’re gonna go,” Parton said.
Prince William and Kate Middleton were honored at a ship naming ceremony on the bank of the River Clyde in Scotstoun, Glasgow.
The new warship, which the Prince of Wales said "screams UK power," was officially named by the Princess of Wales on Thursday morning.
Britain's Princess of Wales, Catherine, known as the Duchess of Rothesay when in Scotland, visits the BAE Systems' Shipbuilding Academy at the BAE Systems shipyard at Scotstoun, in Glasgow, Scotland, Britain, May 22, 2025. via REUTERS
Britain's Prince and Princess of Wales, William and Catherine, known as the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay when in Scotland, attend the naming ceremony for HMS Glasgow, at the BAE Systems shipyard at Scotstoun, in Glasgow, Scotland, Britain, May 22, 2025. via REUTERS
Britain's Prince of Wales, William, known as the Duke of Rothesay when in Scotland, attends the naming ceremony for HMS Glasgow, at the BAE Systems shipyard at Scotstoun, in Glasgow, Scotland, Britain, May 22, 2025. via REUTERS
As tradition, Kate smashed a bottle of locally produced Scottish whisky on the side of the ship; the ceremonial whisky toss is believed to bring good luck. She chanted, “I name this ship HMS Glasgow, may God bless her and all who sail on her” to the hundreds of BAE Systems employees, family members, and the boat's 45-person company.
William and Kate were awed by the 8,000-ton warship. The heir to the throne, who is known as the Duke of Rothesay when in Scotland, was heard telling employees, “It’s massive, I can see that’s where the future is going. It’s quite impressive, it’s a hell of a piece of kit – screams UK power.”
Kate, who stunned in a navy Suzannah London dress and nautical broach also marveled at the ship's size.
Britain's Princess of Wales, Catherine, known as the Duchess of Rothesay when in Scotland, attends the naming ceremony for HMS Glasgow, at the BAE Systems shipyard at Scotstoun, in Glasgow, Scotland, Britain, May 22, 2025. via REUTERS
Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales (L) and Britain's Prince William, Prince of Wales (2L) attend the naming ceremony for HMS Glasgow, at the BAE Systems shipyard in Scotstoun, Glasgow, Scotland on May 22, 2025. POOL/AFP via Getty Images
“It’s a really proud moment for the UK but particularly, Glasgow, because there’s such international interest,” she said, adding that the 3D animations and renderings of the Glasgow were "very James Bond."
“It’s so great to see her, she’s fantastic,” the Duchess added.
Britain's Prince and Princess of Wales, William and Catherine, known as the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay when in Scotland, attend the naming ceremony for HMS Glasgow, at the BAE Systems shipyard at Scotstoun, in Glasgow, Scotland, Britain, May 22, 2025. via REUTERS
Following the official naming event, the pair headed over to BAE Systems’ Shipbuilding Academy, where their friendly feud flared up once more — this time in a hands-on contest to assemble piping.
While the Duke was more focused on conversation than construction, he insisted afterward that he hadn’t been aware they were competing. The Duchess, initially crowned victorious, saw her creation come crashing down, setting off a round of shared laughter.
Prince William was all smiles when he met with children in Scotland Wednesday morning for a YMCA event.
The Prince of Wales learned about the children's ambitions and saw their artwork — and faced them for a game of soccer.
Britain's William, Prince of Wales speaks with young guests about their aspirations and upcoming projects at the Edinburgh YMCA's Youth Forum at Leith Community Centre on May 21, 2025 in Leith, Scotland. via REUTERS
Britain's William, Prince of Wales laughs as he plays football during a visit as The Royal Foundation launches a new community impact partnership with Street Soccer Scotland at Leith Community Centre on May 21, 2025 in Leith, Scotland. via REUTERS
The Royal Foundation is currently launching a new community impact program with Street Soccer Scotland, leading to William playing a lively match with the children in the program.
Britain's Prince William, Prince of Wales smiles as he arrives for a visit as The Royal Foundation launches a new community impact partnership with Street Soccer Scotland at Leith Community Centre, in Leith, Scotland, on May 21, 2025. POOL/AFP via Getty Images
Britain's Prince William, Prince of Wales receives an Aston Villa artwork as he speaks with young guests at the Edinburgh YMCA's Youth Forum, during a visit as The Royal Foundation launches a new community impact partnership with Street Soccer Scotland at Leith Community Centre on May 21, 2025 in Leith, Scotland. via REUTERS
Britain's William, Prince of Wales views a martial arts class during a visit as The Royal Foundation launches a new community impact partnership with Street Soccer Scotland at Leith Community Centre on May 21, 2025 in Leith, Scotland. via REUTERS
Britain's Prince William, Prince of Wales (C) speaks to a member of an arts class during a visit as The Royal Foundation launches a new community impact partnership with Street Soccer Scotland at Leith Community Centre, in Leith, Scotland, on May 21, 2025. POOL/AFP via Getty Images
London's Madame Tussauds unveiled a new wax figure of Kate Middleton on Wednesday, with a sweet and sparkling tribute to the late Princess Diana.
The new wax figure shows the Princess of Wales, 43, in the outfit she wore to the December 2023 Diplomatic Reception, alongside the rest of the royal family.
The figure features the princess in a dusky pink Jenny Packham gown and silver pumps, with the Royal Family Order of QEII replica Greville Diamond Chandelier earrings. She is also wearing the Royal Victorian Order blue sash.
London's Madame Tussauds unveiled a new wax figure of Kate Middleton on Wednesday, May 21, revealing a new makeover. Madame Tussauds / SWNS
The new wax figure shows the Princess of Wales, 43, in the outfit she wore to the December 2023 Diplomatic Reception, alongside the rest of the royal family. Madame Tussauds / SWNS
The show-stopper of the new figure is the replica of the signature Lover’s Knot Tiara, a touching tribute to the late Princess Diana. Madame Tussauds / SWNS
The unveiling of the new wax figure comes right after Prince William and Princess Kate's 14th wedding anniversary. Madame Tussauds / SWNS
The crown jewel of the new figure: a replica of the signature Lover’s Knot Tiara. The tiara, which is from the Madame Tussauds London archives, was worn by Princess Diana's wax figure in the 1980s.
Prince William’s figure was also updated, now with the 42-year-old's statue wearing a black Ede & Ravenscroft tuxedo — “a brand with a long history of providing attire for the Royal Family," according to the press release.
His wax figure is also wearing a white bow tie, an Order of the Garter sash and star, and army medals.
The princess made her Madame Tussauds debut back in April 2012, a year after she married Prince William.
The unveiling of the new wax figure comes days after the royal couple's 14th wedding anniversary.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding photographer has revealed the stern warning palace officials issued to their guests before their royal nuptials seven years ago.
Alexi Lubomirski, who was selected to take the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s 2017 engagement photos, was asked to capture the couple’s wedding photographs the following year.
Taking to TikTok, the royal snapper shared some rare insight into the day of the wedding photoshoot at Windsor Castle, as well as the strict guidance palace staffers shared with them ahead of the big day.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding photographer has revealed the stern warning palace officials issued to their guests before their royal nuptials seven years ago. Getty Images
Alexi Lubomirski recalled what it was like to photograph the royals on their wedding day. Patrick McMullan via Getty Images
“Ladies and gentlemen, please be careful what you are saying to each other because the world can lip read,” guards stationed outside of the castle told wedding guests upon arrival, Lubomirski said.
“As you walk in, you see a lot of people sort of talking like this,” the British photographer said in the video, partially obscuring his mouth with his hand.
“You don’t know what you’re talking about, but everyone on these cameras is watching and lip-reading.”
On the big day, Lubomirski snapped photographs of Harry and the “Suits” alum, their families, and the wedding guests.
The monarch, 76, and his wife, Queen Camilla, have announced that they will be traveling to Canada next week for an official state visit.
But even though the king is heading to the same continent that his estranged son, Prince Harry, calls home, it seems as though a royal reunion is not penciled in at this time.
King Charles and his wife, Queen Camilla, have announced that they will be traveling to Canada next week for an official state visit. AP
Earlier this month, the Duke of Sussex vented to the BBC about his fractured family dynamics, saying his father "won't speak" to him. BBC
Earlier this month, the Duke of Sussex vented to the BBC about his fractured family dynamics, saying his father “won’t speak” to him.
While there’s been no response about the claim from Buckingham Palace, the fact that the king and his son aren’t planning on meeting up suggests the rift between them remains unresolved.
Charles and Camilla, 77, will be jetting off to Ottawa on May 26 — and the trip there will mark his first since ascending to the throne.
King Charles' friendship with David Beckham is growing.
While at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London on Monday, the king and his wife, Queen Camilla, asked the retired athlete if he had received his 50th birthday present from them yet.
According to the Daily Mail, Beckham said, "Your Majesty, it's so nice to see you."
Charles then asked about the gift, inquiring, "You got it, didn't you?"
David Beckham wearing a David Austin Roses "King's Rose" speaks with King Charles III, patron of the Royal Horticultural Society at the Highgrove stand during a visit to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show at Royal Hospital Chelsea on Monday in London. Getty Images
"It was incredible," replied Beckham. "Thank you, it was very kind."
Camilla, sharing what the gift was, chimed in: "Nice to see you again, glad you got the roses."
Beckham added about his birthday festivities that he enjoyed the "perfect" and "busy" weekend, which was "a lot of fun."
Meanwhile, as their friendship grows, King Charles' son Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle hosted Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz to their Montecito, Calif., home for a group dinner earlier this month.
Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla speak with David Beckham at the Chelsea Flower Show in London, Monday May 19, 2025. AP
Amid the Beckham's family drama, a source recently told Page Six, "While it was an intimate gathering, there were several additional guests, including VIPs and film executives."
“Brooklyn and Nicola had a wonderful time and found Harry and Meghan to be particularly kind, caring and generous,” the insider continued.
Brooklyn and Nicola previously skipped both of Beckham’s 50th birthday parties in Miami and London as rumors of a family feud continue to swirl.
According to Page Six, “Brooklyn and Nicola were invited prior to David’s numerous global birthday galas, so the timing is pure coincidence.”
Meghan Markle has revealed that becoming a mom didn’t play out exactly how she had “envisioned” it.
The Duchess of Sussex opened up about motherhood and its challenges during a conversation with Kitsch founder Cassandra Thurswell in the latest episode of her “Confessions of a Female Founder” podcast.
Meghan Markle has confessed that becoming a mom didn't play out exactly how she had "envisioned" it. Alexi Lubomirski / Duke and Duchess of Sussex
The "Suits" alum shares son Archie, 6, and daughter Lilibet, 3, with husband Prince Harry. meghan/Instagram
The “Suits” alum, who shares son Archie, 6, and daughter Lilibet, 3, with husband Prince Harry, admitted that she had previously planned to give speeches “with a baby on my hip” — but life had other plans.
Explaining that she has “always wanted” to have kids, Markle said there had been “a lot of external things happening” during both of her pregnancies that she didn’t expect.