01of 45Kate Middleton, Princess Charlotte, Prince George and Prince William.Samir Hussein/WireImageIt was a good morning indeed on Saturday, whenKate Middleton,Princess Charlotte,Prince GeorgeandPrince Williammade a surprise visitto people in Wales gathered for Platinum Jubilee events. The family visited Cardiff Castle, where locals were celebrating the Queen.
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Kate Middleton, Princess Charlotte, Prince George and Prince William.Samir Hussein/WireImage
It was a good morning indeed on Saturday, whenKate Middleton,Princess Charlotte,Prince GeorgeandPrince Williammade a surprise visitto people in Wales gathered for Platinum Jubilee events. The family visited Cardiff Castle, where locals were celebrating the Queen.
02of 45Chris Jackson/Getty ImagesThe day was especially poignant for 8-year-old George, whose visit mirrors his father’s first official trip to Wales when he was the same age.
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The day was especially poignant for 8-year-old George, whose visit mirrors his father’s first official trip to Wales when he was the same age.
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Kate Middleton, Prince William, Prince George and Princess Charlotte.Tim Rooke/Shutterstock
04of 45Samir Hussein/WireImageKate wore her Eponine red coat dress with her DeMellier bag and Spells of Love gold earrings (the designer is Welsh!).
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Kate wore her Eponine red coat dress with her DeMellier bag and Spells of Love gold earrings (the designer is Welsh!).
05of 45ASHLEY CROWDEN/AFP via Getty ImagesAt one point, the royals joined the orchestra on stage as they played Welsh singer Tom Jones' hit “Delilah.” They moved along the stage to then watch a rock drummer do a roll.
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At one point, the royals joined the orchestra on stage as they played Welsh singer Tom Jones' hit “Delilah.” They moved along the stage to then watch a rock drummer do a roll.
06of 45Chris Jackson/Getty ImagesWilliam encouraged George to shake some hands as the excited well-wishers chatted to them.
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William encouraged George to shake some hands as the excited well-wishers chatted to them.
07of 45Prince George, Prince William, Princess Charlotte and Kate Middleton.Ben Birchall/PA Images via Getty ImagesPrince Williamshared a special moment with Siobhan Lewis, 37, who has cerebral palsy, and her mother Tracey, from Cardiff. Siobhan told the prince that she met Princess Diana when she was at the Peto Institute in Budapest, Hungary.“He was happy to hear that and said that he knew she’d been to Hungary a few times,” Tracey told PEOPLE.
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Prince George, Prince William, Princess Charlotte and Kate Middleton.Ben Birchall/PA Images via Getty Images
Prince Williamshared a special moment with Siobhan Lewis, 37, who has cerebral palsy, and her mother Tracey, from Cardiff. Siobhan told the prince that she met Princess Diana when she was at the Peto Institute in Budapest, Hungary.
“He was happy to hear that and said that he knew she’d been to Hungary a few times,” Tracey told PEOPLE.
08of 45Prince William, Kate Middleton, Princess Charlotte and Prince George in Wales on June 4.PA Images / Alamy Stock Photo"We knew William and Kate were coming but it was an added bonus having the children," Siobhan added. “It was really lovely. They were all wonderfully relaxed and friendly.”
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Prince William, Kate Middleton, Princess Charlotte and Prince George in Wales on June 4.PA Images / Alamy Stock Photo
“We knew William and Kate were coming but it was an added bonus having the children,” Siobhan added. “It was really lovely. They were all wonderfully relaxed and friendly.”
09of 45Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty ImagesThe family also chatted with a group of local Scouts.“George and Charlotte asked how I got my badges,” Jack Lovatt, 12, told PEOPLE. “And William asked George if he had done similar in scouts.”
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The family also chatted with a group of local Scouts.
“George and Charlotte asked how I got my badges,” Jack Lovatt, 12, told PEOPLE. “And William asked George if he had done similar in scouts.”
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A fun moment for George and Charlotte came when they were introduced to a goat named Shenkin the Fourth — the mascot of the 3rd battalion Royal Welsh regiment.
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12of 45ASHLEY CROWDEN/POOL/AFP via Getty ImagesWilliam and Kate got a peek at artist Nathan Wyburn’s collages of both the Queen and the couple’s own engagement photo during their visit.
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William and Kate got a peek at artist Nathan Wyburn’s collages of both the Queen and the couple’s own engagement photo during their visit.
13of 45ASHLEY CROWDEN/AFP via Getty ImagesCharlotte, 7,tried her handat directing the band during concert practice, conducting the orchestra to a kid-approved song. With a little assurance from her dad, Charlotte stepped in for conductor John Quirk for “We Don’t Talk About Bruno"from Disney’sEncanto.
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Charlotte, 7,tried her handat directing the band during concert practice, conducting the orchestra to a kid-approved song. With a little assurance from her dad, Charlotte stepped in for conductor John Quirk for “We Don’t Talk About Bruno"from Disney’sEncanto.
14of 45ASHLEY CROWDEN/AFP via Getty ImagesThe young siblings especially enjoyed spending time with the musicians. During the tour of the stage and production area, Kate shared that George is taking electric guitar lessons, while Charlotte has been practicing the piano.
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The young siblings especially enjoyed spending time with the musicians. During the tour of the stage and production area, Kate shared that George is taking electric guitar lessons, while Charlotte has been practicing the piano.
15of 45ASHLEY CROWDEN/AFP via Getty ImagesOn stage, George and Charlotte were in awe of the sound mixing techniques. George took a turn sliding the knobs and listening through headphones (as did Dad!).
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On stage, George and Charlotte were in awe of the sound mixing techniques. George took a turn sliding the knobs and listening through headphones (as did Dad!).
16of 45Prince George and Princess Charlotte.Ben Birchall/PA Images via Getty ImagesToward the end of the event, the pair collected flowers from the well-wishers gathered at the castle.
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Prince George and Princess Charlotte.Ben Birchall/PA Images via Getty Images
Toward the end of the event, the pair collected flowers from the well-wishers gathered at the castle.
17of 45PA Images / Alamy Stock PhotoWilliam sweetly checked in with the kiddos as the morning rolled on.
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William sweetly checked in with the kiddos as the morning rolled on.
18of 45Kate Middleton, Princess Charlotte, Prince George and Prince William.Samir Hussein/WireImageThoughPrince Louis, 4, was likely deemed too young for the event, his older siblings sure charmed.
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ThoughPrince Louis, 4, was likely deemed too young for the event, his older siblings sure charmed.
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Princess Anne.Andrew Redington/Getty Images
20of 45Zara and Mike Tindall.James Whatling / MEGAAlso on hand for the event, Anne’s daughter and son-in-law, Zara and Mike Tindall.
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Zara and Mike Tindall.James Whatling / MEGA
Also on hand for the event, Anne’s daughter and son-in-law, Zara and Mike Tindall.
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Zara Tindall.Andrew Redington/Getty Images
“Everyone has had such a tricky time over the last two years, so actually to have everyone together and to be able to do these occasions together and celebrate an amazing lady has been amazing. And this is my first time here, so I’m really excited to be here,” she continued.
23of 45Lindsay Wallace and Peter Phillips.David Davies/PA Images via GettyThe outing was a family affair — Anne’s son Peter Phillips also joined, making his public debut with his new girlfriend Lindsay Wallace. Phillips and his wife Autumn (née Kelly)announced their separationin February 2020. The former couple, who share two daughters, finalized their divorce last June.
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Lindsay Wallace and Peter Phillips.David Davies/PA Images via Getty
The outing was a family affair — Anne’s son Peter Phillips also joined, making his public debut with his new girlfriend Lindsay Wallace. Phillips and his wife Autumn (née Kelly)announced their separationin February 2020. The former couple, who share two daughters, finalized their divorce last June.
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Imelda Staunton (second right).Andrew Matthews/PA Images via Getty Images
“It’s a great privilege to play The Queen, and obviously very daunting to be doing that. But it’s a huge responsibility which I take on gladly. You’re playing this country’s biggest icon,” she said.
25of 45Steve Parsons/PA Images via GettySaturday night brought huge crowds to Buckingham Palace for the much-anticipated Platinum Jubilee concert.
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Steve Parsons/PA Images via Getty
Saturday night brought huge crowds to Buckingham Palace for the much-anticipated Platinum Jubilee concert.
26of 45Henry Nicholls - WPA Pool/GettyThe royal family had a front-row seat: do you spot Kate, Charlotte, George, William, Camilla and Charles?
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Henry Nicholls - WPA Pool/Getty
The royal family had a front-row seat: do you spot Kate, Charlotte, George, William, Camilla and Charles?
27of 45Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank.Chris Jackson - WPA Pool/GettyPrincess Eugenieand husband Jack Brooksbank waved to the cameras.
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Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank.Chris Jackson - WPA Pool/Getty
Princess Eugenieand husband Jack Brooksbank waved to the cameras.
28of 45Jonathan Brady/PA Images via GettyAnd Charlotte and George clearly enjoyed the festivities!
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Jonathan Brady/PA Images via Getty
And Charlotte and George clearly enjoyed the festivities!
29of 45Queen Elizabeth appears in a skit with Paddington Bear.Victoria Jones/PA Images via GettyThe event kicked off with a pre-recorded sketch between the Queen (who showed off her sense of humor!)and England’s beloved Paddington Bear.After Paddington thanked the monarch for having him during her Platinum Jubilee celebrations, the Queen asked, “Tea?“Paddington drank straight from the teapot, leaving only a few drips for the Queen — but she calmly responded, “Never mind.““Perhaps you would like a marmalade sandwich,” Paddington offered, pulling one out of his hat. “I always keep one for emergencies.““So do I. I keep mine in here,” the Queen said, pulling a sandwich out of hertrusty handbag, an accessory that she’s rarely seen without. “For later.”
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Queen Elizabeth appears in a skit with Paddington Bear.Victoria Jones/PA Images via Getty
The event kicked off with a pre-recorded sketch between the Queen (who showed off her sense of humor!)and England’s beloved Paddington Bear.
After Paddington thanked the monarch for having him during her Platinum Jubilee celebrations, the Queen asked, “Tea?”
Paddington drank straight from the teapot, leaving only a few drips for the Queen — but she calmly responded, “Never mind.”
“Perhaps you would like a marmalade sandwich,” Paddington offered, pulling one out of his hat. “I always keep one for emergencies.”
“So do I. I keep mine in here,” the Queen said, pulling a sandwich out of hertrusty handbag, an accessory that she’s rarely seen without. “For later.”
30of 45Prince George and Prince William.Chris Jackson - WPA Pool/GettyDuring the event, George and his dad sported similar wide smiles.
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Prince George and Prince William.Chris Jackson - WPA Pool/Getty
During the event, George and his dad sported similar wide smiles.
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32of 45Brian May performs during the Platinum Jubilee Party at Buckingham Palace.Yui Mok/PA Images via GettyGuitarist Brian May rocked out in a photogenic moment.
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Brian May performs during the Platinum Jubilee Party at Buckingham Palace.Yui Mok/PA Images via Getty
Guitarist Brian May rocked out in a photogenic moment.
33of 45Andrew Lloyd Webber and Lin-Manuel Miranda perform during the Platinum Party at the Palace.Joe Giddens/PA Images via GettyLater on,Lin-Manuel Mirandajoined Webber for a medley featuring hits fromThe Phantom of The Opera, Hamilton, Six, The Lion King,andJoseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
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Andrew Lloyd Webber and Lin-Manuel Miranda perform during the Platinum Party at the Palace.Joe Giddens/PA Images via Getty
Later on,Lin-Manuel Mirandajoined Webber for a medley featuring hits fromThe Phantom of The Opera, Hamilton, Six, The Lion King,andJoseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
34of 45Jeff J Mitchell - WPA Pool/GettyThe cast ofSixbelted (and fangirled with Miranda afterward!).
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Jeff J Mitchell - WPA Pool/Getty
The cast ofSixbelted (and fangirled with Miranda afterward!).
35of 45Jeff J Mitchell - WPA Pool/GettyHamilton’s Giles Terera gave his all.
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Hamilton’s Giles Terera gave his all.
36of 45Alicia Keys performs.Jacob King/PA Images via GettyAlicia Keys got the crowd going with some of her chart-toppers, including “Girl on Fire” and “Empire State of Mind.”
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Alicia Keys performs.Jacob King/PA Images via Getty
Alicia Keys got the crowd going with some of her chart-toppers, including “Girl on Fire” and “Empire State of Mind.”
37of 45Diana Ross.Jacob King/PA Images via GettyDiana Ross was the final performer of the night. She’d previously recounted her own meetings with the Queen to BBC,sharing, “Her Majesty has and continues to be such an incredible inspiration to so many across the world. I was absolutely delighted to receive an invitation to perform on such a momentous and historic occasion.”
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Diana Ross.Jacob King/PA Images via Getty
Diana Ross was the final performer of the night. She’d previously recounted her own meetings with the Queen to BBC,sharing, “Her Majesty has and continues to be such an incredible inspiration to so many across the world. I was absolutely delighted to receive an invitation to perform on such a momentous and historic occasion.”
38of 45Victoria Jones/PA Images via GettyLuminaries includingMichelle Obamasubmitted taped messages with memories and thanks for Her Majesty.
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Victoria Jones/PA Images via Getty
Luminaries includingMichelle Obamasubmitted taped messages with memories and thanks for Her Majesty.
39of 45Prince Charles.Victoria Jones/PA Images via GettyIn a speech honoring his grandmother, William said, “While no one’s grandmother thanks them for talking about their age, my own grandmother has been alive for nearly a century. In that time, mankind has benefited from unimaginable technological developments and scientific breakthroughs. And although those breakthroughs have increased our awareness of the impact humans have on our world, our planet has become more fragile. Today, in 2022 — as The Queen celebrates her Platinum Jubilee — the pressing need to protect and restore our planet has never been more urgent.”
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Prince Charles.Victoria Jones/PA Images via Getty
In a speech honoring his grandmother, William said, “While no one’s grandmother thanks them for talking about their age, my own grandmother has been alive for nearly a century. In that time, mankind has benefited from unimaginable technological developments and scientific breakthroughs. And although those breakthroughs have increased our awareness of the impact humans have on our world, our planet has become more fragile. Today, in 2022 — as The Queen celebrates her Platinum Jubilee — the pressing need to protect and restore our planet has never been more urgent.”
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Prince Charles.Jonathan Buckmaster/AP/Shutterstock
41of 45Victoria Jones/PA Images via GettySpecial effects included images of the Queen projected onto the palace.
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Special effects included images of the Queen projected onto the palace.
42of 45Chris Jackson/GettyDrones lit up the sky, with the castle illuminated to match.
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Drones lit up the sky, with the castle illuminated to match.
43of 45PAUL ELLIS/POOL/AFP via GettyA corgi — the Queen’s favorite dog! — going for its bone was a hit.
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A corgi — the Queen’s favorite dog! — going for its bone was a hit.
44of 45Paul Ellis - WPA Pool/GettyAs was this teapot pouring into a cup.
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As was this teapot pouring into a cup.
45of 45Aaron Chown/PA Images via GettyA message of thanks drew cheers.
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Aaron Chown/PA Images via Getty
A message of thanks drew cheers.
source: people.com
