King Charles and Queen Camilla Release 2024 Christmas Card Image
LONDON – king Charles III and Queen Camilla have released their official Christmas card image for 2024, offering a glimpse into a relaxed moment from their April visit to Rome, Italy. The photograph, taken at Villa Wolkonsky, depicts the royal couple posing together, signaling a continuation of tradition as the King prepares to host the royal family for Christmas at Sandringham.
The annual release of the royal Christmas card is a highly anticipated event, offering a personal touch from the monarchy to hundreds of recipients including family, friends, world leaders, and charitable organizations. This year’s image arrives as the royal family navigates a period of transition and adjustment, with the king continuing his duties following health challenges and the ongoing absence of Prince Andrew from official engagements. The card underscores a message of continuity and familial warmth during the festive season.
The image, captured by royal photographer Chris Jackson, showcases Camilla in a white and beige coat dress adorned with a lily of the valley brooch, while King Charles is dressed in a blue pinstripe suit, complemented by a grey tie and a silk handkerchief. The choice of photograph reflects a more informal and approachable style, departing from more formal portraiture in previous years.
Tradition dictates that the royal family will attend church on Christmas morning and enjoy a traditional turkey roast.The king’s Christmas broadcast,a staple of the festive season,will also be a key moment for the nation. last year, Prince William revealed the royal Christmas gathering included 45 family members “all in one room.”
Notably absent from the guest list will be Prince Andrew and his former wife, Sarah Ferguson, following Andrew’s removal from royal duties due to his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The King will be hosting the wider royal family at Sandringham in Norfolk, continuing a long-held tradition for the festive period.
