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King Charles’ Health Reportedly Takes a Turn After Kate Middleton, Prince William Christmas Plans Revealed

Lucille Barilla — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 18:08:52 +0000

King Charles‘ health has reportedly taken a turn as the royal family finalizes their Christmas plans. Kate Middleton and Prince William will attend the family holiday at Sandringham, but a twist could potentially affect Charles’ Christmas spirit.

King Charles’s health revealed after learning of Kate Middleton, Prince William’s Christmas plans

Christmas allows for the royal family to gather on the Sandringham estate and enjoy time together after a busy year. However, this year is even more special to King Charles, as he and Kate Middleton both faced and were successfully treated for cancer in 2024.

Charles is reportedly thrilled about the upcoming holiday season, says GB News sources. “The King is embracing the Christmas period already and really getting into the spirit. Staff who have seen him this week remarked how happy and healthy he was looking,” the outlet reported.

The monarch is reportedly happy that Kate has finished her cancer treatment. He looks forward to the entire family spending some time together, celebrating at Sandringham.

In turn, royal commentator Emily Andrews told the outlet that while Kate and William will attend alongside the king and the extended royal family, they will not spend the entire weekend at Sandringham. Instead, the couple and their three children will also spend a day with Carole and Michael Middleton at Amner Hall.

“They prefer the informality of a relaxed lunch at nearby Anmer Hall. And I understand will do so again this year, with the addition of the Middleton family,” Andrews said of the couple.

Prince William and Kate Middleton will have a less formal holiday with their children

Kate Middleton, Princess Charlotte, Prince George, Prince William and Prince Louis photographed on Christmas Day 2023 | Samir Hussein/WireImage

Kate Middleton and Prince William’s Christmas plans are reportedly a lot less formal than the royal family’s traditional holiday. They are set to spend the day at Amner Hall, their private residence on the Sandringham Estate.

Royal expert Jennie Bond described possible Christmas scenes with the Wales family. “I think it is in their own family home that the Waleses let the kids run riot. So I think they’ll probably be tearing open their stockings and racing around their home at some ungodly hour on Christmas morning – just like kids up and down the country” (via OK! Magazine).

“I’d imagine there will be some more flying lessons on the cards for George, maybe something to do with Taylor Swift for Charlotte and anything adventurous for little Louis. He’s probably at an age when he will be wanting things like a skateboard,” Bond said of the gifts the young royals could expect during the Christmas holiday.

Kate and William are likely looking to carve out this private time after a difficult year. The Princess of Wales announced she had cancer in March 2024 and finished chemotherapy in September.

Although the future monarchs will spend time with the extended royal family, they are also intent on having some family time where their children are not involved in such formal activities. Having Christmas at Amner Hall with Kate’s parents does just that.

What does the royal family do during Christmas at Sandringham?

The royal family tradition dictates the clan gathers on Christmas Eve for afternoon tea at 4 p.m., where they enjoy items such as ginger cake or honey and cream sponge, small cakes and scones, sandwiches (crusts off, served in squares) filled with ham and English mustard, Sage Derby cheese and Branston Pickle or Coronation Chicken, with a pot of Earl Grey tea says Darren McGrady, former personal chef to Queen Elizabeth.

Then, the royal family exchanges gag gifts. These gifts are inexpensive, sometimes off-color, and hilarious.

On Christmas Day, women in the royal family have a breakfast of fruit, toast, and coffee delivered to their rooms, while the men eat a more substantial breakfast in the formal dining room. The menu includes eggs, bacon, mushrooms, kippers, and grilled kidneys.

Then, the royals walk to St. Mary Magdalene church. There, they meet members of the public who come out to greet them during this annual tradition.

The Christmas Day lunch consists of turkey with mashed and roast potatoes, chestnut or sage and onion stuffing, cranberry sauce and bread sauce, with Brussels sprouts, carrots, and roast parsnips says McGrady.

Following is a Christmas pudding, and then, the royals sit together to watch the monarch’s address on television. The royals then have afternoon tea, followed by a final meal after 8 p.m. with dessert to follow.

King Charles’ Heartbreaking, Serious Concern for Meghan Markle Moments Before Walking Her Down the Aisle

Lucille Barilla — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 15:53:42 +0000

Meghan Markle walked halfway down the aisle alone toward Prince Harry on her wedding day, before being joined by his father. King Charles escorted her the remainder of the way, and as he faced his future daughter-in-law, Charles shared a heartbreaking worry.

The king expressed serious concern for Meghan Markle during her wedding to Prince Harry

King Charles was reportedly concerned for Meghan Markle as she walked down the aisle to marry his son, Prince Harry. Per Express, Charles shared some heartbreaking, serious words for Meghan before escorting her to the altar at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor.

Charles said, “You look lovely. Are you OK?” The news outlet did not report Meghan’s response.

His concern did not go unnoticed by Meghan. She explained in the Netflix series Harry & Meghan, “Harry’s dad is very charming. I said to him, ‘I’ve lost my dad in this.’”

“He, as my father-in-law, is very important to me. So I asked him to walk me down the aisle and he said, ‘Yes.’”

Further demonstrating their closeness, royal biographer Angela Levin once told The Sun, “Prince Charles, as he was then, when he was first introduced to Meghan thought she was terrific.”

“He did think she was a breath of fresh air. And he was very happy that Prince Harry had found someone to get married to.”

Despite King Charles’ support, Meghan Markle walked into her wedding on her terms

Prince Harry, King Charles and Meghan Markle in May 2018 | Jonathan Brady – WPA Pool/Getty Images

Meghan Markle reportedly was touched by King Charles’ offer to walk her down the aisle on her wedding day. At the time, Meghan was estranged from her father, Thomas Markle.

Weeks before his daughter’s wedding to Prince Harry, Thomas was paid by paparazzi for a photo shoot showing him getting ready for her big day. He reportedly then lied to her about the incident.

Therefore, Meghan did not have a father figure to walk her down the aisle. She planned on walking down the aisle of St. George’s alone to Prince Harry before King Charles stepped in to escort her.

Despite Charles’ offer, Meghan was still intent on doing things independently. In his book Queen of Our Times, author Robert Hardman revealed Meghan compromised with the senior royal.

“The reply [to Charles’ offer], according to one friend, was not quite what he was expecting. ‘Can we meet halfway?'” she asked her future father-in-law.

Despite this, Meghan’s solo walk into the church was royal family first. She was the first woman to not be escorted by their father in royal wedding history.

But was Meghan’s solo walk a new concept?

While Meghan Markle’s solo walk down the aisle to Prince Harry was a new idea for the royal family, it’s not a new concept in the wedding world. Typically, a male figure, whether a father or brother or another family member, walks a bride down the aisle toward her betrothed. But historically, that wasn’t always the case.

Historian Susan Waggoner explained to Brides that a father’s presence at a wedding was typically a way to keep a groom from backing out of an arranged marriage. Waggoner called a bride a “financial liability,” transferred from her father to the groom’s household.

Also, while upper-class fathers typically attended their daughters’ weddings, working-class men were expected to work. Therefore, they would not attend.

Within the royal family, Queen Victoria was given away by her uncle as her father had died. She walked two of her daughters down the aisle due to the same circumstances.

Meghan Markle’s walk down the aisle to Prince Harry was seen as a modern twist to royal weddings. She was met by King Charles at the quire of St. George’s Chapel after walking solo down the nave on May 19, 2018.

‘Christmas in Rockefeller Center’ 2024: How Many Times Has Kelly Clarkson Hosted?

Lucille Barilla — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 13:23:11 +0000

Since 1931, The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree has been the epicenter of the holiday season in Midtown, Manhattan. Every year, thousands of onlookers watch as New York City lights up with holiday cheer and at the center of it all is the special’s host, Kelly Clarkson. How many times has she hosted Christmas in Rockefeller Center?

Kelly Clarkson is at the heart of the 2-hour holiday special

In a tradition spanning over nine decades, NBC celebrates the holiday season with the annual lighting of one of the world’s most famous trees. Kelly Clarkson will lead an exciting group of performers and entertainers as they celebrate the holiday season during Christmas in Rockefeller Center.

In addition to her hosting duties, Clarkson will treat viewers to joyful performances throughout the evening. Clarkson first performed on Christmas in Rockefeller Center more than 20 years ago and has returned to celebrate the tree lighting several times before her hosting debut in 2023.

“There is truly no tradition like watching that gorgeous tree sparkle and transforming Rockefeller Center into the epicenter of the holiday season in New York,” said Jen Neal, Executive Vice President of Live Events and Specials, at NBC Universal Entertainment in a press release. “With Kelly at the helm, we can’t wait to share this wonderful special and celebrate with the entire country.”

Who are the performers and special guests of ‘Christmas in Rockefeller Center’ 2024?

Radio City Music Hall Rockettes performing at ‘Christmas in Rockefeller Center’ 2023 | Ralph Bavaro/NBC via Getty Images

NBC’s Christmas in Rockefeller Center features festive performances from an all-star lineup of musical guests. These performers include Backstreet Boys, Jennifer Hudson, Dan + Shay, Megan Hilty, Coco Jones, Little Big Town, RAYE, and Thalia.

In addition, the Radio City Rockettes, stars of the annual Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall, will be at the heart of a special performance. The Rockettes have performed at the famed theater since 1932.

TODAY anchors Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker and Craig Melvin will also appear. This will likely be Kotb’s last Rockefeller tree lighting as a member of the NBC morning show since announcing her exit.

Plus, before the primetime telecast, an additional live hour of the special will be hosted by Access Hollywood host Mario Lopez, alongside WNBC news anchors Natalie Pasquarella and David Ushery. Additionally, Telemundo will simulcast Navidades en Rockefeller Center (Christmas in Rockefeller Center), starting at 9 p.m.

What is the history of the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree?

In December 1931, Rockefeller Center workers pooled their money together to buy a Christmas tree. It stood outside the famed office building as a symbol of the holiday season.

Per Rockefeller Center’s official site, the workers decorated the first 20-foot high balsam fir with handmade garlands made by their families. Thus began a tradition that has continued for almost 90 years.

The current Rockefeller Center tree hails from West Stockbridge, Massachusetts. More than 50,000 multi-colored LED lights will be turned on just before 10 p.m. EST.

At the tree’s top is a three-dimensional Swarovski star. It weighs approximately 900 pounds and features 70 spikes covered in 3 million crystals.

After Christmas, the 2024 tree will be donated to Habitat for Humanity. The symbol of the holiday season will subsequently be milled, treated, and made into lumber used for home building.

Christmas in Rockefeller Center airs live on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 8 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.

Prince William Has a Mealtime Habit That Drives Kate Middleton Mad

Lucille Barilla — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 17:00:49 +0000

A couple for 23 years, Prince William and Kate Middleton have become accustomed to each other’s quirks. However, William still has one habit that drives Kate mad, and it’s one he’s had for many years.

Kate Middleton called Prince William a ‘nightmare’ for his mealtime habit

Kate Middleton revealed that Prince William has a mealtime habit that makes her a bit upset. She subsequently explained that it was one he’s retained for many years.

Back in 2018, the couple visited a Royal Air Force base in Cyprus. William and Kate were in charge of opening a new recreation facility, which included new sofas.

William told the recruits, “Keep the pizza off the sofas.” But Kate then revealed that William did that all the time. She told the Prince of Wales, “You’re a nightmare with that” (via Express).

The couple learned one another’s habits and quirks during their days at the University of St. Andrews. They roomed together, along with other classmates, beginning in 2002.

What other eating habits does William have, according to Kate?

Reportedly, Kate Middleton admitted that eating pizza on the sofa isn’t Prince William’s only food habit. He has another one that has a sweet slant.

According to Kate, William is a chocoholic. Express reported that the Princess of Wales admitted her husband has a massive sweet tooth.

Easter is a time not only for their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis to indulge in sweets, but for their father as well. Reportedly, he sneaks into their treats to satisfy his cravings.

Thus, William once said of the Easter holiday, as reported by Express, “There’ll be a lot of chocolate being eaten, don’t worry!” Kate joked, “You keep eating it!”

Prince William’s love for chocolate was evident in his biscuit groom’s cake

McVitie’s biscuits make up Prince William’s favorite chocolate cake | John Keeble/Getty Images

The Royal Collection Trust revealed the ingredients of Prince William’s favorite Chocolate Biscuit Cake. It was made as a dessert option during his wedding to Kate Middleton.

The confection contains Rich Tea biscuits, a cookie beloved by Britons as a snack with tea or coffee. Thus, it is based on a classic dessert called Tiffin cake. William wanted it replicated for his groom’s cake.

The McVitie’s Cake Company created a square, three-tier chocolate biscuit cake topped with a chocolate ganache. The cake was subsequently adorned with chocolate leaves and white chocolate dahlias for William.

Its simple ingredients include Rich Tea biscuits, unsalted butter, caster sugar, dark chocolate, and warm water. The recipe was also a favorite of another royal family member, Queen Elizabeth, Prince William’s grandmother.

Prince William and Kate Middleton have been married for 13 years. They wed on April 29, 2011.

‘Dancing with the Stars’: Mark Ballas, Derek Hough’s Brotherly Bond Helps Them Dance Through Life

Lucille Barilla — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 15:14:36 +0000

No more apparent was the deep bond between Dancing with the Stars dancers Mark Ballas and Derek Hough displayed than during their male-led Argentine tango at the close of season 33. However, that dynamic dance was just the tip of the iceberg for their brotherly relationship.

Derek Hough and Mark Ballas danced through some of life’s biggest challenges together

Much ado was made of OG pros Derek Hough and Mark Ballas’ dynamic, male-led Argentine Tango during the Dancing with the Stars season finale. Subsequently, that dance was a vehicle to showcase the trust and deep brotherly bond the men have had for over a quarter century.

On the Trading Secrets podcast, Ballas shared how he and Hough have been there for one another through life’s most difficult challenges. Their love and respect for one another have helped them navigate some rough personal waters.

“During season [31] with Charli [D’Amelio], my wife [BC Jean] and I had a miscarriage,” Ballas said to podcast host Jason Tartick. “I had to go to rehearsal, and that was a really heavy time. At the time, Derek was one of the only people who knew.” The couple would go on to welcome a son, Banksi, in November 2023.

He added, “We really are like brothers. And we’ve been there for each other through each other’s ups and downs.”

Mark Ballas was there for Derek Hough after his wife Hayley’s horrifying medical emergency

Mark Ballas provided support to Derek Hough after his wife Hayley Erbert was diagnosed with a cranial hematoma in December 2023. Erbert suffered a brain bleed and underwent emergency surgery after becoming disoriented during a tour stop with her husband.

He told Fox News, “I was one of the first calls Derek made when it happened. That was one of the most intense phone calls I’ve ever had.”

Ballas continued, “I was with him through a lot of this. My wife and I were on our hands and knees, hoping and praying for a miracle.”

“They were blessed with one,” he said of Erbert’s miraculous recovery. “I don’t think people understood how serious this was.”

Ballas was a Dancing with the Stars guest judge as Hough and Erbert performed a “Dedication Night” dance to “Beautiful Things (Acoustic)” by Benson Boone. It encapsulated their experiences throughout the life-changing ordeal.

Derek Hough and Mark Ballas’ trust and deep friendship was displayed during ‘DWTS’ finale

As season 33 of Dancing with the Stars came to an end, Derek Hough and Mark Ballas created a breathtaking male-led Argentine Tango. The traditional ballroom dance was historically performed by men in an effort to impress women.

Typically, the show features male and female partners performing the ballroom dance staple. However, there were two other times when same-sex partners danced Tango on the ABC competition series.

The first was during season 30. JoJo Siwa and Jenna Johnson performed the Argentine tango to Britney Spears’s “Baby One More Time.” The second was during season 31 when Gleb Savchenko and Shangela danced Tango to Michael Buble’s “Hollywood.”

Dancing with the Stars is currently on hiatus. The series airs on ABC, Disney Plus, and Hulu.

Cynthia Erivo’s Raw Performance in ‘Wicked’s’ Most Isolating and Painful Scene Brought Her to Tears

Lucille Barilla — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 13:25:20 +0000

Wicked has become a cultural phenomenon. The film adaptation of the Broadway play tells the story of the witches of Oz before Dorothy Gale arrived. Viewers have resonated with Cynthia Erivo’s portrayal of outsider Elphaba Thropp. However, filming one of the film’s most raw, isolating, and painful scenes brought Erivo to tears.

Cynthia Erivo wept as Elphaba was singled out as an outsider

Elphaba Thropp is different than other Shiz University students. Her skin is green due to an elixir her mother drank while pregnant.

Elphaba’s differences are highlighted early in the film, beginning in her childhood. Her isolation escalates when she arrives at Shiz and is singled out by Glinda Arduenna, a popular girl.

The women’s loathing of one another comes to a head before a dance at the Ozdust Ballroom. Glinda gives Elphaba a black witch hat to wear, ridiculing her looks.

Cynthia Erivo was brought to tears filming this Wicked scene. She told Today why the scene where Elphaba and Glinda perform an emotionally charged dance sequence was important to show why standing up for one’s differences is so important.

“I’m so grateful to have been able to do that and walk through any of the little wounds that I have, and the little wounds that Elphaba has, and to sort of put everything on display,” Erivo said. Her raw emotions were brought to the surface, tears rolling down her face as Glinda (Ariana Grande) pushed them away.

“All of (Elphaba’s) vulnerabilities kind of needed to be on the outside — it’s what she leads with,” Erivo said. “Even though there’s sort of a thin veneer holding it together and assurance, there’s still this feeling of not being sure, not really knowing herself.”

Each emotionally charged Ozdust Ballroom take was 10 minutes long

The Ozdust Ballroom scene was a turning point in the friendship between Elphaba and Glinda. The women realized they were more alike than different. A deep love between them subsequently emerges.

Erivo noted filming the vulnerable scene was emotionally charged. She shared that the cast enveloped her during the 12-hour day when the moment was performed in full, over and over.

“It was a really big day,” Erivo said to Today. “Sometimes painful. Sometimes joyous. It took a lot of heart because everything is out there for everyone to see. It’s a very vulnerable space to walk into.”

Cynthia Erivo understands standing up for one’s differences

Cynthia Erivo felt a kinship to the role of Wicked‘s Elphaba. She felt something in the character, being an outsider, different, and not fitting in.

She told The View there was something about Elphaba that felt “familiar. Because I understood it. I think I’ve always felt like I was different. I think I’m a bit of an odd one out, often.”

Erivo’s bald head immediately sets her apart, looks-wise, from other actors of her generation. But it’s her strength, tenacity, and talents which have have led her to almost EGOT status.

Thus far, Erivo has won a Tony Award for her portrayal of The Color Purple‘s Celie in 2016, a Grammy (The Color Purple, 2017), and a Daytime Emmy (Today Show, 2017).

Wicked is currently in theaters. Wicked Part 2 will be released in November 2025.

Will Kate Middleton’s Health Concerns Determine if She Spends Christmas With the Royal Family?

Lucille Barilla — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 18:22:05 +0000

Kate Middleton has battled cancer for the better part of one year. She remained out of sight for the better part of six months as she completed chemotherapy treatment. However, as Christmas approaches, will her struggles determine whether or not she spends the holidays with the royal family?

Will Kate Middleton’s health concerns keep her from spending Christmas with other royals?

The Princess of Wales has battled an undetermined type of cancer since the early months of 2024. She discussed her health battle in March of this year and announced she completed chemotherapy in September.

During that time, Kate appeared in public less than a handful of times. However, as the holiday season approached, her Christmas plans remained up in the air.

The Mirror reports that the Princess of Wales has decided to join the rest of the royal family at Sandringham. They typically gather together to celebrate Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at their Norfolk, England estate.

This holiday will be the first time the extended royal family will come together since both Kate and King Charles were diagnosed with cancer. As with his daughter-in-law, the type of cancer Charles had was not revealed.

King Charles is reportedly very happy to spend the holiday not only with Kate but his son Prince William and their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. The Mirror reports that the king is ensuring that after the stress of the past year, the family has a wonderful holiday season.

The chance for a happy holiday comes after what Prince William, Kate called a ‘brutal’ and ‘stormy’ year

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Prince William said in a November interview while visiting Cape Town, South Africa that it had been a “brutal” year. He added that 2024 was one of the hardest of his life as he watched his father and wife battle cancer.

Kate subsequently added in an emotional Instagram message, “The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life as you know it can change in an instant, and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and road unknown.”

She added, “This time has above all reminded William and me to reflect and be grateful for the simple yet important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted. Of simply loving and being loved.”

“Doing what I can to stay cancer-free is now my focus. Although I have finished chemotherapy, my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes,” she concluded.

Kate Middleton will also lead her annual ‘Together at Christmas’ concert

Kate Middleton | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images

Ahead of her annual Together at Christmas concert, Kate Middleton shared a letter on Instagram where she spoke of “love, empathy, and how much we need one another in the most difficult times.” All guests at the concert will receive the note.

“Christmas is one of my favorite times of the year. It is a time for celebration and joy, but it also gives us the opportunity to slow down and reflect on the deeper things that connect us all,” Kate wrote.

“It is when we stop and take ourselves away from the pressures of daily life, that we find the space to live our lives with an open heart, with love, kindness, and forgiveness — so much of what the Christmas spirit is all about,” reported The New York Post.

The annual event is supported by the Royal Foundation. It will be televised on Christmas Eve in the United Kingdom.

Kate Middleton, Prince William, and their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis are expected to attend the event which takes place at Westminster Abbey on Dec. 6, 2024.

‘Sister Wives’ Kody Brown Acts Like a Snake Oil Salesman: True Colors Shown After Being Backed Into a Corner Over Coyote Pass Property

Lucille Barilla — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 15:50:59 +0000

Sister Wives star Kody Brown showed his true colors after being backed into a corner after talks over the family’s Coyote Pass property came to a standstill. But, after both Meri and Janelle Brown spoke out about how unfairly the plots of land have been divided, Kody fought back by being noncommittal about the “pain” of the property, acting like a snake oil salesman.

Coyote Pass is the only link Kody Brown has to Meri and Janelle Brown

Both Janelle and Meri Brown have ended their spiritual unions with Kody Brown. The women are no longer romantically linked to their former husband.

However, the reality TV stars remain tied together financially. Subsequently, the plot of land they own with Robyn Brown, Coyote Pass, remained unpaid at the time the Dec. 1, 2024 episode was filmed in early 2023.

Previously, Janelle spoke to Meri about paying off the land, as she was worried Kody would let it go back to the seller and they would lose their investment.

Initially, Kody sectioned off plots for each family. His and Robyn’s name is on two lots. Then, there’s one for Janelle and Kody and one for Janelle, Meri, and Kody.

On the Dec. 1, 2024, episode of Sister Wives, viewers learned Kody tentatively switched up the plots. Robyn, Janelle, Meri, and Kody would all have their parcels, and Kody and Meri shared a middle piece of land between their two lots.

Janelle believes the 14-acre property should be split equally in four ways. Meri went a step further and spoke to Kody about having the property appraised.

In turn, he responded like a snake oil salesman, a term used to describe someone who deceives people to get money from them. “I look out there and it’s sort of a source of pain in a way,” Kody explained.

“I don’t want to put in more money and I don’t want to do appraisals. And I don’t want to talk to lawyers about it. I don’t know what to do. I’m not interested in doing anything.”

Fans reacted to Kody Brown acting like a snake oil salesman

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Kody Brown acted diabolical in this episode. He appeared to know what he was doing when he tried to brush Meri and Janelle Brown off regarding their Coyote Pass concerns said fans on Reddit.

“You can totally see it on his face he’s hiding something. He wanted the extra money,” wrote one fan.

“Kody is a con artist. That’s it. All of it,” claimed a second Sister Wives viewer.

A third shared, “Janelle – truth bomb – he doesn’t want an appraisal because he’s making out like a bandit !!!”

“He said having 5 plots means it will go to the kids….hmmm….who has 5 kids?” wondered a fourth viewer, referencing Kody’s five kids with Robyn Brown.

Did Coyote Pass get paid off?

Coyote Pass is the property for the ‘Sister Wives’ Brown family | TLC

The Brown family purchased a parcel of land called Coyote Pass in 2018 for $820,000. The family intended to split it into five parcels.

By June 2023, the land was ultimately paid off, ending months of discussion about the property. However, Coyote Pass as an asset remains in question for Meri, Janelle, Robyn, and Kody Brown.

The Brown family remains at a standstill with the land. It appears the parcels, per the Coconino County website, are still registered to members of the family.

Per the latest Sister Wives episode, Janelle has retained a lawyer, and Meri said she too would get representation to expedite the process of recouping their assets. Subsequently, in October 2024, Kody and Robyn Brown purchased a new home to the tune of $2.1M.

Sister Wives airs Sundays at 10 p.m. ET on TLC.

Kate Middleton’s Heartbreak Over Prince George as Royal Traditions ‘Being Changed’ For Future King

Lucille Barilla — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 13:16:36 +0000

Kate Middleton is reportedly heartbroken over royal traditions “being changed” for her oldest son with Prince William, Prince George.

Prince George could be at the center of a Kate Middleton heartbreak

Royal expert Katie Nicholl told The Mirror that Kate Middleton and Prince William could be at odds over Prince George’s future education. This may lead to his mother being heartbroken over traditions “being changed” for the United Kingdom’s future king, Nicholl claimed.

Nicholl explained to the outlet, “Kate’s preference is for George to be at a co-education school, so he can be with his siblings. Which is what Kate experienced at Marlborough [College] with her sister, Pippa, and brother, James.”

The royal expert continued, “It was a very happy school life for her. But William has very fond memories of Eton, which has a long history with aristocrats and members of the royal family.”

“There’s always the possibility of traditions being changed. William and Harry didn’t end up following in their father’s footsteps by going to Gordonstoun [in Scotland]. It may be that George breaks the Eton mold and ends up somewhere else,” Nicholl concluded.

Prince George attends Lambrook School with his sister, Princess Charlotte, and his brother, Prince Louis. The school is for children aged 3 to 13.

Kate Middleton faces big changes as her oldest son moves on to higher education

Kate Middleton and Prince George attend the Men’s Singles Final at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 10, 2022 in London, England | Karwai Tang/WireImage

After moving to Adelaide Cottage in Windsor in 2022, the education needs of the Wales children shifted. Once students at Thomas’s School in Battersea, and Willcocks Nursery School in London, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis changed schools to reflect their new address.

William and Kate decided on Lambrook School in Berkshire, England. The facility requires students to attend school six days a week, including Saturdays.

However, the choice was reportedly a good one for the family. They reportedly relied on the sense of community Lambrook provided the children. This close-knit school setting was particularly helpful as Kate Middleton battled cancer throughout 2024.

Katie Nicholl explains, “When Kate was in hospital, George was on the football pitch playing with his friends. That sense of normality, of keeping the family going at one of the hardest times they’ve ever gone through, was important.”

She concludes, “The school gives them a great infrastructure and a great support network. It allows the children to live a regular childhood – a low-key, happy, albeit privileged childhood.”

However, as George moves upward in his education, Kate will find herself at a crossroads. She will have to decide, along with Prince William, the best course for George’s education.

If he attends Eton College as his father and uncle, Prince Harry did, he will board at the all-boys school. However, he will still be close enough to the family home to visit regularly.

Could Prince George break royal tradition and not attend Eton College?

Kate Middleton and Prince William have not publicly declared whether or not Prince George would attend Eton College. However, at the age of 10, he and his parents visited his father’s former school. along with Marlborough College, his mother’s alma mater.

Both boarding schools provide an excellent education. Eton’s tuition is over $66K per year, while Marlborough comes in at almost $53K.

It is up to George and his parents whether or not he will attend either school or a different facility altogether. That decision will likely be made within the next year, so George will be able to attend upon graduation from Lambrook.

Kate Middleton and Prince William maintain their primary residence at Adelaide Cottage. The home is located on the grounds of Windsor Home Park, close to St. George’s Chapel, and roughly 25 miles from central London.

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle ‘Experimenting’ With a Professional Separation

Lucille Barilla — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 17:25:08 +0000

Amidst rumors that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle‘s business partnership no longer serves them, the couple is reportedly “experimenting” with a professional separation.

Why would Prince Harry and Meghan Markle split professionally?

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s royal work united the couple at personal appearances and other formal duties related to the crown. After they departed their royal roles in March 2020, Harry and Meghan took some time to find their footing outside of the House of Windsor.

They didn’t have to wait long. The couple were quickly signed to a reported 5-year $100M Netflix contract, as well as a podcast contract with Spotify and a book contract for Harry to write Spare. These endeavors netted the couple quite a hefty sum.

However, after debuting Harry & Meghan on Netflix, the couple’s next projects for the streaming service never caught fire. Meghan’s podcast was axed after one year. Harry’s book tour exposed cracks within the royal family, dividing the couple from the House of Windsor further.

Currently, the couple appears to have split professionally. They are working separately and reportedly “experimenting” with it being a more permanent part of their workload.

GB News quoted royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams who explained, “This is obviously a new tactic. The Sussexes want to promote their brand as best as they can.”

“They have tried something that has worked with the so-called royal tours of Nigeria and Colombia. Then we have got the solo engagements, so they are experimenting,” he continued. “The Sussexes need to keep their profile as they can’t attack the Royal Family at the moment, so now they have to think up new devices.”

Do Prince Harry and Meghan Markle work better solo?

Prince Harry beaming during an Invictus Games event | Ethan Cairns/Getty Images

For Prince Harry, he appears to work his best when he’s alone. He seems to show a more confident, relaxed persona during solo appearances.

Harry remains engaged with the Invictus Games. The next competition is scheduled for 2025.

In contrast, while Meghan is confident alone, she also appears to have no clear professional direction. Currently, Meghan has a project named American Riviera Orchard in the pipeline, but after months the lifestyle website still has not made its official debut.

Meghan was signed to WME in 2023. Film and TV series development and production, as well as business and brand partnerships, were the initial focus of her brand. No further news has been revealed about any new projects thus far.

When was the last time the couple appeared jointly?

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle appeared in a joint video in honor of Veteran’s Day, the first time they were seen together in months. The pair discussed prioritizing children’s safety online through their Archewell Foundation.

“We are at a crossroads,” Harry stated. “The urgency to reassess and redefine our approach to protecting children has become increasingly evident. While the necessity has always been apparent, it’s now time to translate that awareness into meaningful action.”

“While the online world can help develop strategies to protect children from violence, it also introduces new risks. Such as from individuals who exploit gaps in our outdated legal systems, which often don’t account for today’s digital realities.”

Meghan added, “My husband and I recognize that today’s reality is marked by greater connectivity and advanced technology, which, of course, has many positives. However, it also compels us to better understand how digital violence against children is manifesting itself in this age.”

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle currently reside in California. They are parents to two children; Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.