Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie and Zara Tindall led the glamour as they joined their cousin Prince William and his wife Kate Middleton at the Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey this afternoon.
Beatrice Mozzi (33 years old) and Edoardo Mapelli Moszzi (38) welcomed Sienna in September. They looked radiant when they arrived at London’s event hosted by the Duchess.
Eugenie, 31, joined her sister at the occasion without her husband Jack Brooksbank following the death of his father, George Brooksbank, last month after a battle with Covid-19.
Together At Christmas was attended by the York Sisters and Zara Tindall. It celebrated the “incredible work” of pandemic heroes, including teachers, volunteers and charity workers.
The group were also joined by the Countess of Wessex, 55, at the service, as well as the Duchess of Cambridge’s parents Carole and Michael Middleton, as well as her siblings James and Pippa.
The service, which will include musical performances from stars including Ellie Goulding and Leona Lewis, has been developed with BBC Studios Events Productions but will be broadcast on ITV at 7.30pm on Christmas Eve as part of a special programme called Royal Carols: Together At Christmas.
Princess Beatrice, 33, and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, 38, who welcomed their daughter Sienna together in September, looked radiant as they arrived at the London event, hosted by the Duchess of Cambridge
Princess Eugenie (pictured), 31, joined her sister at the occasion without her husband Jack Brooksbank following the death of his father, George Brooksbank, last month after a battle with Covid-19
The York sisters attended the Together At Christmas event, which celebrates the ‘incredible work’ of pandemic heroes including charity workers, teachers and volunteers, alongside Zara and her husband Mike Tindall (pictured together)
The Duchess of Cambridge was festive in a scarlet Catherine Walker coat as she arrived to host a Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey this afternoon
Prince William and Kate reportedly dropped the BBC as the broadcaster for their Christmas special in the wake of the two-part series The Princes and the Press, which was criticised by the Queen, Prince Charles and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge for giving credibility to ‘overblown and unfounded claims’ about the Royal Family.
Looking typically stylish, Beatrice sported a Finchley Coat Vicuna Wool, costing £645, while her sister Eugenie recycled a £2,225 bottle green cape by Chloe.
Beatrice teamed the camel statement garment with a red bag while boasting strappy blue heels and a crimson headband.
Edo looked just as sophisticated in a smart blue suit and tie, while Eugenie opted for black tights, matching thigh-high boots and a smattering of glamorous makeup.
Putting on an elegant show, Zara showed she meant business in a check £495 Pembridge Coat, paired with smart trousers and black heels.
At the service, the 55-year-old Countess, Carole Middleton and her parents Michael Middleton joined the group as did the Duchess, along with Pippa and James. Pictured, Beatrice and her husband Edoardo
Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi arrive for the Together At Christmas community carol service at Westminster Abbey in London
The service will include musical performances from stars including Ellie Goulding and Leona Lewis. Pictured, Beatrice and Edoardo
Beatrice wore her auburn locks in a bouncy blow dry style, similar to that often worn by the Duchess of Cambridge
Mother-of-one Beatrice, who welcomed her first baby earlier this year, beamed as she arrived hand-in-hand with her husband Edo
Her husband former England rugby player Mike donned an equally smart black coat and blue trousers.
Meanwhile, the Countess of Wessex opted for a smart white pair of trousers with a festive green blouse and maroon jacket.
The mother-of-two swept her blonde hair into a neat up-do, opting for a hint of blush across her cheeks and a sweep of black eyeliner.
Sophie could be seen beaming as she arrived at the event this afternoon, clutching a smart purple bag as she strode into Westminster Abbey.
Hosted and spearheaded by The Duchess, and supported by The Royal Foundation, the event will pay tribute to the incredible work of individuals and organisations across the UK who have supported their communities through the COVID-19 pandemic.
The service has been developed with BBC Studios Events Productions but will be broadcast on ITV at 7.30pm on Christmas Eve as part of a special programme called Royal Carols: Together At Christmas. Pictured, Eugenie
Beatrice looked stylish and elegant. Finchley Coat Vicuna Wool, costing £645, while her sister Eugenie (pictured) recycled a £2,225 bottle green cape by Chloe
Princess Eugenie looked chic in an emerald Green cape coat. She paired it with a black outfit and high-heeled black leather boots.
Princess Eugenie, whose father-in-law George Brooksbank passed away last month, attended the event without her husband Jack
The broadcast-ready service is a chance for all Americans to reflect on the incredible challenges they have experienced and to also celebrate the kindnesses that have been shown across the country, including the community efforts to care for and protect those most in need and the willingness to assist others.
This service will blend traditional elements with modern touches to make it inclusive of people from all faiths. The carols will be sung live by the Westminster Abbey choir, and musical performances by Leona and Ellie Goulding.
The service will include a performance of To The Day by Lemn Sissay (poet and writer), and readings by Kate Garraway, British Paralympian, junior doctor, Kim Daybell, and The Duke of Cambridge.
The Christmas Eve broadcast will feature additional content including an introduction from The Duchess of Cambridge, videos highlighting the efforts of inspirational organisations, and a special performance by Tom Walker of his new Christmas single For Those Who Can’t Be Here.
In recognition of their selfless acts and tireless efforts despite extremely difficult circumstances, unsung heroes have been invited by the Nation to the Service.
Zara Tindall, Princess Anne’s youngest daughter and her husband Mike Tindall picked matching navy and black outfits for their outing to London.
Zara, mother of three was very happy when she and Mike arrived together at the event.
Sophie Wessex, mother-of-two, smiled as she arrived at London’s carol service this afternoon. She wore her hair up for the occasion and swept her blonde hair into a shaved bob.
They were joined at the service by the Countess, 55. She wore smart white trousers and a festive maroon blouse, as well as a matching jacket.
Nominations have been drawn from Lieutenancies across the UK, alongside community networks, charitable organisations and patronages of Her Majesty The Queen, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall, and The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
The presence of individuals who The Duke & Duchess had the pleasure to meet and spend time with in their engagements or project work, and those that are working in certain key areas which Their Royal Highnesses as well As The Royal Foundation will allow them to be alongside others.
This congregation will include members of the armed forces who participated in Operation Pitting as well as young people who are faith leaders and those who might be vulnerable.
The Duchess of Cambridge took a photo inside the abbey earlier today as rehearsals started.
She wrote:Rehearsals ahead of tonight’s #TogetherAtChristmas carol service.
While they were at Westminster Abbey for a carol service, the Middleton family supported Duchess Of Cambridge today.
The royal was joined James and his new wife Alizée Thevenet and her sister Pippa who proudly watched Kate host the event which will be broadcast on ITV at 7.30pm on Christmas Eve as part of a special programme called Royal Carols: Together At Christmas
They made an unusual family appearance and smiled at the cameras when they entered the Abbey shortly after the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge.
Alizee, Alizee’s husband James after a long and lavish South of France ceremony, was dressed in a checked suit for their outing together with the Middleton family.
“We will reflect on recent extraordinary difficulties and celebrate the kindnesses that communities have shown across the nation, as we come together to support each other.
ITV has won a huge coup with the Christmas special, which is often left out of royal content by BBC.
An industry insider said earlier this month: ‘It was all arranged to be on BBC1 but it was switched in the last few days because of the terrible row over the documentary.
“And things are likely get worse between the Royal Family, the BBC, before they get better. The second part of this documentary threatens further.
The documentary’s second half, which was aired last Wednesday, featured Meghan Markle. lawyer issue a technical and bizarre denial the Duchess had ever bullied staff – before insisting ‘but she wouldn’t want to negate anyone’s personal experiences.’
It was also reported that people with connections to the Sussexes or Cambridges were briefed on the other.
This is the look of love! As they arrived for the service, this was captured by The Duke.
This is the ultimate holiday glamour! This mother-of-three chose a light smokey look for her carol service. She paired it with a gloss lip.
Kate donned her beautiful brunette hair down her shoulders to give a masterclass on festive glamour (pictured).
The Duchess looked stunning in the Catherine Walker coat, estimated to be worth around £3,000, which she paired with matching accessories
Kensington Palace refused to comment.
Kate will be sure to forget any grumblings about the document before the carol service.
The Duke and Duchess wrote about the Christmas carol service via Instagram: “This Christmas, we celebrate the amazing work of individuals across the country who go beyond the call of duty to help their communities.
“Next week, The Dukess of Cambridge will host a Christmas Carol Service at Westminster Abbey. This service is supported by The Royal Foundation and brings together many inspirational people.
“The December broadcast of this service will reflect on the past 18 months. It will not only look at the extraordinary challenges we all have faced in navigating the COVID-19 pandemic but also the positives, such as people and organizations coming together within their communities and small acts of kindness that span different generations and demographics, and unsung heroes who helped others.
A few words about the BBC being dropped for Christmas concerts: According to a source in the television industry, Sun: ‘It is a brand new format — the royals have never hosted a televised TV concert before. It is huge to have the Duchess as the host.
“Naturally most royal programming automatically goes to the BBC as national broadcaster. They will likely work with ITV more in the future.
According to the source, ITV was surprised but pleased by ITV’s sudden plan change. He added that it would be an amazing Christmas carol concert and TV gold for home viewers.
Today, as rehearsals started today (pictured), the Duchess Of Cambridge posted a photo from the Abbey on Twitter.
The image was shared online and the tweet stated that the service would reflect on “extraordinary challenges” in recent years, as well as celebrate acts of kindness.
Westminster Abbey also shared photos of a candle, and the service sheets ahead of tonight’s service.
Sneak peek: The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge earlier this month shared a glimpse of the invitations sent out to guests, pictured, including charity workers, teachers and volunteers