Fans all say the same thing as royals gather at Princess Kate’s concert for first Christmas without Queen
FANS have all said the same thing as the royals gather at Princess Kate’s concert for the first Christmas without the Queen.
The service, which aired on ITV tonight, was dedicated to the late monarch and was attended by members of the Royal Family including The King, Queen Consort and the Prince of Wales.
During the ceremony, pianist Alexis Ffench played a rendition of In the Bleak Midwinter as images of The Queen were projected onto the piano.
And it appeared to be too much for some teary viewers watching at home.
One tweeted: “Seeing our beautiful late Queen on the TV has set me off.”
Another wrote: “Oh I’m crying already.”
While another added: “It’s just lovely the see the Queen again.”
Narrated by Catherine Zeta-Jones, Royal Carols: Together At Christmas was filmed on December 15 in front of an audience of more than 1,800 people at Westminster Abbey.
The performers at the carol service during the evening included the Westminster Abbey choir, singer Craig David and Alfie Boe and Melanie C who sung a duet, while William and Dame Kristin Scott Thomas delivered readings.
A Christmas tree in the abbey was also decorated with small Paddington Bear decorations, a nod to the late Queen’s famous sketch, while guests were greeted with atmospheric snowflakes from a snow machine as they arrived at the entrance.
In the lead up to the event, Kate paid tribute to the Queen’s “incredible legacy” and thanked her for “bringing us together” in a touching video message.
In the lead up to the event, Kate paid tribute to the Queen’s “incredible legacy” and thanked her for “bringing us together” in a touching video message.
Those who showcase the power of connectedness and community values, allowing us to continue Her Majesty’s tradition of recognising and thanking those who have gone above and beyond to support others.
“Her Majesty leaves with us an incredible legacy and one that has deeply inspired many of us.”
Kate dedicated the service to the Queen and to “all those who are sadly no longer with us”.
She added: “So, whilst Christmas will feel very different this year, we can still remember the memories and traditions we shared.
“Take time to slow down and celebrate with family and friends all the wonderful things that make Christmas so special.”
