Some of the display’s visuals are too sensitive to be left up all the time.
With great pleasure, Buckingham Palace announces the release of an astounding array of never-before-seen images from the royal archives.
The unique exhibition “Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography” at The King’s Gallery inside Buckingham Palace is scheduled to debut on May 17 and will highlight the development of royal portrait photography from the 1920s to the present. More than 150 one-of-a-kind pieces from the Royal Collection and Royal Archives will be on show, with many of these old prints appearing for the first time. A unique look into the creative processes behind these historical photos is provided by the show, which also features unseen proofs and archival correspondence.
A poignant 1964 portrait of Queen Elizabeth, Princess Margaret, Princess Alexandra, and the then-Duchess of Kent holding their babies is one of the most notable items. This heartwarming photo was taken by Princess Margaret’s husband, Antony Armstrong-Jones, as a special thank-you to royal obstetrician Sir John Peel, who assisted in the delivery of all four babies in less than two months. Princess Margaret is holding her daughter Lady Sarah tenderly while Queen Elizabeth is grinning at the camera and holding Prince Edward, the youngest of her four children.
Snowdon, the Royal Collection Trust, and Camera Press
Images of Queen Elizabeth’s parents, King George VI and the Queen Mother, taken during World War II make up another moving section of the display. Cecil Beaton captured these pictures with the intention of bringing stability and hope during tumultuous times. Notable images of the royal couple taken in 1940 at Buckingham Palace include a dramatic view of them assessing bomb damage and a sweet family photo taken in 1943 at Royal Lodge in Windsor, which shows Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret as little children gathered around their father’s desk.
Snowdon, the Royal Collection Trust, and Camera Press
The thrill and exclusivity of this event is further enhanced by the fact that the Royal Collection Trust emphasizes that these vintage photos cannot be permanently shown due to conservation needs. The display covers an amazing range of historical periods, including the first color image of a member of the royal family, Queen Elizabeth’s 1953 coronation portrait, the Queen’s sparkling painting by Andy Warhol from 1985, and even Kate Middleton’s arresting 40th birthday shot.
It’s interesting to note that Kate’s milestone birthday portrait will be on display next to a portrait of Princess Alexandra from 1864, which it looks a lot like.
Charles III, His Majesty, Royal Collection Trust, 2024
The audio guide for this fascinating exhibit, which is narrated by the adored Dame Joanna Lumley, includes commentary from well-known photographers Rankin and John Swannell. Hugo Burnand has also contributed to the guide; he has a long-standing professional relationship with King Charles and Queen Camilla, having taken their formal coronation photographs in May 2023.
Paolo Reversi/Royal Collection Trust Photographer
Exhibiting photographs by renowned photographers including David Bailey, Annie Leibovitz, Polly Borland, and Dorothy Wilding, this show is sure to thrill royal photography enthusiasts.
Remember to put dates in your calendars! The King’s Gallery at Buckingham Palace will unveil “Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography” on May 17. This is a unique chance to experience history unfold before your eyes as a unique collection of royal moments are captured via the skill of photography.
Charles III, His Majesty, Royal Collection Trust, 2024
Bill Belichick Started Dating 24-Year-Old Cheerleader Jordon Hudson Over a Year Ago
It has been claimed for more than a year that former Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, who has witnessed more football seasons than most of us have seen on tax returns, has been dating 24-year-old cheerleader Jordon Hudson. Indeed, if you quickly calculated, Belichick is 72 years old. Surely, age is just a number?
PEOPLE has revealed that Belichick and Hudson have been dating for a while, which supports our suspicions. During numerous public appearances, Hudson—a former cheerleader at Bridgewater State University—has drawn attention in addition to the former NFL coach.
The gossip site TMZ originally revealed this tasty detail, in case you were under the impression that it was simply a rumor. As we all know, TMZ never exaggerates. Belichick’s former players, Rob Gronkowski and Tom Brady, were aware of the age gap and brought out the marshmallow roast during Netflix’s live special, The Greatest Roast of All Time: Tom Brady.
“Coach, you used to talk about Foxborough High School when we sucked,” Gronkowski said, unable to contain his annoyance. However, I now see why you were so fascinated with Foxborough High School: you were scoping out potential girlfriend material. Gronk, ouch! That one is intelligent.
Not one to pass on the opportunity to poke fun at his former coach, Brady continued, “I used to say ‘the next one,’ when someone asked which ring was my favorite.” “That Ring camera that captured Coach Belichick sneaking out of that poor girl’s house at six in the morning a few months ago is my favorite now that I’m retired.” Brady was a savage. Absolute barbarism.
Let’s go back a little, though. Linda Holliday, Belichick’s 16-year girlfriend, came before Hudson. A PEOPLE source claims that their long-term relationship ended in September 2023. You ask, what went wrong? According to the sources, these were long-simmering difficulties rather than anything brand-new.
Holliday held the position of president of Belichick’s Bill Belichick Foundation and has been associated with him since 2007. The insider claimed, “They have issues to resolve that stem from a long relationship as well as her role in his professional life.” The juggling act between coaching responsibilities and personal life is unimaginable.
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