Prince William was spotted on a gentlemen’s getaway trip to Verbier, Switzerland on Sunday, looking refreshed and in good spirits.
The 34-year-old was accompanied by close friends as he took to the slopes, a day before his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, delivered a special message of peace and unity for Commonwealth Day — an annual celebration which honors 52 countries that comprise the Commonwealth of Nations.
Absent from the trip was his wife, Princess Kate, and their two children, Prince George, 3, and Princess Charlotte, 1. It is believed the duchess and her children were at her parents’ house in Bucklebury.
The prince was...
The 34-year-old was accompanied by close friends as he took to the slopes, a day before his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, delivered a special message of peace and unity for Commonwealth Day — an annual celebration which honors 52 countries that comprise the Commonwealth of Nations.
Absent from the trip was his wife, Princess Kate, and their two children, Prince George, 3, and Princess Charlotte, 1. It is believed the duchess and her children were at her parents’ house in Bucklebury.
The prince was...
- 3/14/2017
- by Alexia Fernandez
- PEOPLE.com
While you were struggling to get out of bed and make coffee on Monday morning, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II spent a few hours celebrating the unity of the 52 countries that make up the Commonwealth of Nations (all in a day's work, right?). The 90-year-old monarch arrived outside Buckingham Palace with husband Prince Philip, Prince Edward, and Commonwealth Games Federation President Louise Martin to launch the queen's baton relay for the Xxi Commonwealth Games. Although she usually keeps a pretty straight face, the queen flashed a big smile while handing off the baton to retired Australian cyclist Anna Meares. The event follows the queen's message about building "peace by defending the dignity of every individual and community." Her hand-off of the baton signals the start of the relay's 388-day journey around the Commonwealth. Eventually the relay will end when the baton arrives at the opening ceremony of the Gold Coast Games...
- 3/13/2017
- by Quinn Keaney
- Popsugar.com
Happy Commonwealth Day! Queen Elizabeth launched the Commonwealth Baton Relay on Monday outside of Buckingham Palace in London.
Her Royal Majesty addressed the crowd as she participated in the first step of the 12-month journey for the baton.
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Watch: Prince Harry, Kate Middleton, Prince William, and More Royals Honor Veterans With Memorial
“Contained within the Baton will be a written message that will be opened and read at the Commonwealth Games in Australia next year,” the 90-year-old royal said, addressing the crowd. “However, there is an even more powerful message to be seen and experienced as the Baton passes from hand to hand, from seashore to mountaintop, through cities, towns, and villages. It is the message of a peace-building Commonwealth.”
The baton will travel to all continents and visit all 70 countries in the Commonwealth. It will be carried by thousands of different people from different countries and backgrounds.
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Her Royal Majesty addressed the crowd as she participated in the first step of the 12-month journey for the baton.
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Watch: Prince Harry, Kate Middleton, Prince William, and More Royals Honor Veterans With Memorial
“Contained within the Baton will be a written message that will be opened and read at the Commonwealth Games in Australia next year,” the 90-year-old royal said, addressing the crowd. “However, there is an even more powerful message to be seen and experienced as the Baton passes from hand to hand, from seashore to mountaintop, through cities, towns, and villages. It is the message of a peace-building Commonwealth.”
The baton will travel to all continents and visit all 70 countries in the Commonwealth. It will be carried by thousands of different people from different countries and backgrounds.
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- 3/13/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
On Monday, Queen Elizabeth delivered a special message of peace and unity for Commonwealth Day, an annual celebration which honors the 52 countries that comprise the Commonwealth of Nations.
The 90-year-old monarch called upon the 2.5 billion citizens of the Commonwealth to continue to work together and “build peace by defending the dignity of every individual and community.”
She also launched the Queen’s Baton Relay, which kicks off Monday in London and will continue on a 388-day journey around the Commonwealth before it arrives at the opening ceremony of the Gold Coast Games next year on April 4, 2018.
The baton will also...
The 90-year-old monarch called upon the 2.5 billion citizens of the Commonwealth to continue to work together and “build peace by defending the dignity of every individual and community.”
She also launched the Queen’s Baton Relay, which kicks off Monday in London and will continue on a 388-day journey around the Commonwealth before it arrives at the opening ceremony of the Gold Coast Games next year on April 4, 2018.
The baton will also...
- 3/13/2017
- by Erin Hill
- PEOPLE.com
Kirsty Gallacher and Iwan Thomas are the final contestants to be announced for the new Strictly Come Dancing series.
The sporty pair were revealed on The One Show today (August 27) on BBC One.
Strictly Come Dancing 2015 winner: We rank the celebrities' chances of topping BBC One's dance-off
When asked if she had any dancing experience, Gallacher said: "Not since I was about ten. I used to do loads of ballet and tap… It is very new to a lot of us."
Thomas went on to say that he often likes to try his hand at breakdancing when attending stag-dos, but described himself as a 'dad dancer'.
He also said that his biggest challenge will be controlling himself and dealing with the pressure of the live shows.
Gallacher is best knows for presenting shows such as Gladiators, Sky Sports News and Kirsty's Home Videos, while athlete Thomas found fame as...
The sporty pair were revealed on The One Show today (August 27) on BBC One.
Strictly Come Dancing 2015 winner: We rank the celebrities' chances of topping BBC One's dance-off
When asked if she had any dancing experience, Gallacher said: "Not since I was about ten. I used to do loads of ballet and tap… It is very new to a lot of us."
Thomas went on to say that he often likes to try his hand at breakdancing when attending stag-dos, but described himself as a 'dad dancer'.
He also said that his biggest challenge will be controlling himself and dealing with the pressure of the live shows.
Gallacher is best knows for presenting shows such as Gladiators, Sky Sports News and Kirsty's Home Videos, while athlete Thomas found fame as...
- 8/27/2015
- Digital Spy
John Inverdale has been replaced by Clare Balding as the host of this year's Wimbledon highlights show on BBC Two.
Balding will now host the revamped show Wimbledon 2Day, as announced by the BBC yesterday (June 9).
The move occurs two years after Inverdale received complaints for making sexist comments about 2013 champion Marion Bartoli. Nearly 700 people complained after he said that she was "never going to be a looker".
Inverdale - who was also replaced by Balding on BBC Radio 5 Live last year - will remain as a commentator at the corporation.
In a statement, the BBC said: "John Inverdale will take up a new role on TV commentary duties at this year's championship, and we are looking forward to having him as part of the team.
"The introduction of Wimbledon 2Day, presented by Clare Balding, will provide a fresh new look for the highlights show and continue to develop the...
Balding will now host the revamped show Wimbledon 2Day, as announced by the BBC yesterday (June 9).
The move occurs two years after Inverdale received complaints for making sexist comments about 2013 champion Marion Bartoli. Nearly 700 people complained after he said that she was "never going to be a looker".
Inverdale - who was also replaced by Balding on BBC Radio 5 Live last year - will remain as a commentator at the corporation.
In a statement, the BBC said: "John Inverdale will take up a new role on TV commentary duties at this year's championship, and we are looking forward to having him as part of the team.
"The introduction of Wimbledon 2Day, presented by Clare Balding, will provide a fresh new look for the highlights show and continue to develop the...
- 6/10/2015
- Digital Spy
We certainly felt the power of 10 former Gladiators yesterday, as we took a look at what some of the stars went on to after the success of ITV's '90s hit.
We were bowled over to discover that Blaze (Eunice Huthart) is a stunt double to A-listers and godmother to Angelina Jolie's daughter Shiloh, and that Rhino (Mark Smith) went on to star in Hollywood films including Ben Affleck's Oscar-winning drama Argo.
But whatever happened to the villainous Wolf or the infamous Shadow, who was dramatically sacked from the series? We haven't found many current pictures of this lot, but here's a little bit about what 9 more of our favourite former Gladiators got up to after their time on the show:
1. Scorpio (Nikki Diamond)
Contenders were subjected to the mighty sting of the speedy Scorpio. Former bodybuilder and model Nikki Diamond was an original Gladiator, but was forced...
We were bowled over to discover that Blaze (Eunice Huthart) is a stunt double to A-listers and godmother to Angelina Jolie's daughter Shiloh, and that Rhino (Mark Smith) went on to star in Hollywood films including Ben Affleck's Oscar-winning drama Argo.
But whatever happened to the villainous Wolf or the infamous Shadow, who was dramatically sacked from the series? We haven't found many current pictures of this lot, but here's a little bit about what 9 more of our favourite former Gladiators got up to after their time on the show:
1. Scorpio (Nikki Diamond)
Contenders were subjected to the mighty sting of the speedy Scorpio. Former bodybuilder and model Nikki Diamond was an original Gladiator, but was forced...
- 5/1/2015
- Digital Spy
"Do you feel the power of the Gladiators? Can you face the challenge of the champions? Do you have the courage of the heroes?
"Do you have the will or the skill? Do you have the strength, the speed the heart to be a winner? Deep down in your Soul?"
These were the fundamental questions posed by ITV's original Gladiators, to both the audience and brave contenders who dared to take part. While this particular writer longed to be Lightning (her backflips were to die for), all the seemingly superhuman powerhouses were forces to reckon with - only occasionally tamed by strict referee John Anderson.
Originally hosted by John Fashanu and Ulrika Jonsson, Gladiators was what Saturday nights in the '90s were made of.
So as Saracen (aka Mike Lewis) returns to our small screens to tackle the Ninja Warrior UK obstacle course, we pick out some of the...
"Do you have the will or the skill? Do you have the strength, the speed the heart to be a winner? Deep down in your Soul?"
These were the fundamental questions posed by ITV's original Gladiators, to both the audience and brave contenders who dared to take part. While this particular writer longed to be Lightning (her backflips were to die for), all the seemingly superhuman powerhouses were forces to reckon with - only occasionally tamed by strict referee John Anderson.
Originally hosted by John Fashanu and Ulrika Jonsson, Gladiators was what Saturday nights in the '90s were made of.
So as Saracen (aka Mike Lewis) returns to our small screens to tackle the Ninja Warrior UK obstacle course, we pick out some of the...
- 4/30/2015
- Digital Spy
The Jump is back this weekend but we have to ask - do these celebrities know what they're getting themselves in for? Two stars have already ruled themselves out after picking up injuries in training - sorry, Ola Jordan and Sally Bercow - but still there are 16 famous faces ready to risk life and limb in pursuit of the coveted Cowbell trophy.
If you want to know a bit more about these crazy celebs, you're in luck - here's all the info you need about the stars taking part this year...
The Men
Dom Parker
Channel 4's given nickname: Dom 'The Arctic Fox' Parker
Age: 49
From: Sandwich, Kent
Famous for: Being on Gogglebox as half of posh, boozy couple Steph & Dom.
Key Quote: "I'm not expecting to win, probably because I'm a bit old and a bit fat. But there's a part of me deep down thinking, 'If I'm going to do it,...
If you want to know a bit more about these crazy celebs, you're in luck - here's all the info you need about the stars taking part this year...
The Men
Dom Parker
Channel 4's given nickname: Dom 'The Arctic Fox' Parker
Age: 49
From: Sandwich, Kent
Famous for: Being on Gogglebox as half of posh, boozy couple Steph & Dom.
Key Quote: "I'm not expecting to win, probably because I'm a bit old and a bit fat. But there's a part of me deep down thinking, 'If I'm going to do it,...
- 1/27/2015
- Digital Spy
This year, a number of actors, athletes, and musicians came out of the closet, reminding fans to be true to who they are. Their statements came with messages of honesty, courage, and pride. But it was their actions in the wake of these public declarations that had the most impact. None of them suddenly were out of a job, or shunned from Hollywood. These entertainers were not denied adoration or encouragement from fans and the industry alike.
Instead, they continued to push forward, owning their truth, and breaking down barriers all at the same time.
Ellen Page
“I am tired of hiding and I am tired of lying by omission.” — Human Rights Campaign
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What Happened Next: In the months after coming out, the actress reprised her role as Kitty Pryde in X-Men: Days of Future Past and started filming Freeheld with Julianne Moore. The two portray a lesbian couple, Laurel Hester and Stacie...
Instead, they continued to push forward, owning their truth, and breaking down barriers all at the same time.
Ellen Page
“I am tired of hiding and I am tired of lying by omission.” — Human Rights Campaign
Getty Images
What Happened Next: In the months after coming out, the actress reprised her role as Kitty Pryde in X-Men: Days of Future Past and started filming Freeheld with Julianne Moore. The two portray a lesbian couple, Laurel Hester and Stacie...
- 12/31/2014
- Entertainment Tonight
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