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Queen Camilla received shocking news from Duchess Sophie’s side despite being in power. 

The Duchess of Edinburgh has been following in the footsteps of Camilla’s ‘old rival’ Princess Diana as her philanthropic work showcased the People’s Princess spirit in those projects. 

It is not a hidden fact that Camilla was known as the “other woman” in Diana and the then-Prince Charles’ broken marriage. 

For the longest time, the now-Queen faced criticism from the well-wishers of Prince William and Prince Harry’s mother. 

As reported by The Mirror, royal expert Katie Nicholl drew a comparison between Sophie and Diana. 

She said, “They were both blonde and both beautiful, of course, but there’s also a parallel between the ground-breaking and often dangerous work that Diana did with landmines through the Halo Trust.”

Speaking of the Duchess’ work, the royal commentator shared that King Charles’ ‘secret weapon’ has been doing “similar” projects.  

Sophie has been “raising awareness of vulnerable women in warzones and for victims of genocide and sexual violence.”

It is important to note that Prince Edward’s wife became the first working royal to visit war-hit Sudan, highlighting the heartbreaking stories of young girls and women. 

Katie shared, “These are gritty topics and not necessarily the sort of thing we might associate with a royal. And yet Sophie is smashing stigmas by shining a spotlight on them in the same way Diana did.”

Liam Payne’s ex-girlfriend got engaged just weeks after the singer’s tragic death.

More than two months after the One Direction singer passed away on October 16, his former love interest took to her official Instagram account to make the engagement news official.

Sofia Smith, who dated the late singer from 2013 to 2015, posted a black-and-white video of the moment her boyfriend, James Bridgewood, proposed to her.

The heartwarming video featured the newly engaged couple in pyjamas, sitting on the floor covered with rose petals and a bottle of wine.

Smith was surprised and emotional when her now fiancé popped the question and placed the ring on her finger.

The two are parents to one-year-old daughter Angelina, whose glimpse could also be seen in the video as she wanders around the room during her parent’s proposal.

“Yes a million times over 25.12.24,” she captioned the clip, whose comments section was flooded with warm wishes and congratulatory messages.

As for Smith and Payne, they were childhood friends in Wolverhampton. In an interview with the Sun, the Teardrops hitmaker explained why he and Smith called it quits.

“Being on the tour all this year and being away from her was so hard,” he told the news outlet. “We spent so much time apart. But in order to do right by somebody, sometimes it’s better not to do what your heart wants, but to do what’s better for them.”

Payne shared that the two even discussed marriage but eventually chose to focus on their careers after parting ways in October 2015.

The History chart topper went on to date Cheryl Cole, with whom he welcomed his now-seven-year-old son Bear, followed by Maya Henry and Kate Cassidy.

Payne was dating Cassidy at the time of his death.

Hollywood lost a legend.

Olivia Hussey, renowned for her role as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation of Romeo & Juliet, has passed away at the age of 73.

The news was confirmed in a heartfelt statement shared on her official Instagram account.

Hussey died peacefully at her home on Friday, Dec. 27, surrounded by her loved ones. 

“Olivia was a remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her,” her family wrote in the statement, celebrating her life as one “full of passion, love, and dedication to the arts, spirituality, and kindness towards animals.”

She is survived by her children, Alex, Max, and India; her husband, musician David Glen Eisley; and her grandson, Greyson.

The family expressed their gratitude for the support they have received during this time, adding, “As we grieve this immense loss, we also celebrate Olivia’s enduring impact on our lives and the industry. We thank you for your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time and ask for privacy as we mourn the loss of a truly special soul.”

Born on April 17, 1951, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Hussey moved to London as a child.

She began acting at the age of 13, landing minor roles before her breakthrough in Zeffirelli’s Romeo & Juliet.

The film, released in 1968, was a box office hit and became notable for casting actors close to the ages of Shakespeare’s iconic lovers. Hussey was 16 at the time, while her co-star Leonard Whiting was 17.

Jay-Z proved nothing can stop him from being there for her superstar wife, Beyoncé.

The trouble-ridden musician was spotted showing subtle support for Beyoncé, during her Christmas Day halftime performance as the Baltimore Ravens faced off against the Houston Texans.

Although the rapper didn’t appear in the Netflix livestream of the event, a fan captured footage of him inside Houston’s NRG Stadium alongside the couple’s 7-year-old daughter, Rumi. 

Joining them were Beyoncé’s mother, Tina Knowles, and her former Destiny’s Child bandmate, Michelle Williams.

It remains unclear if Rumi’s twin brother, Sir, was also present.

In an Instagram video shared by a fan, Jay-Z, 55, was seen walking through the stadium holding a bottle of his Armand de Brignac Ace of Spades Champagne.

Dressed casually for the occasion, he wore a floral cardigan over a white T-shirt, paired with black pants, a black knit beanie, and sunglasses.

Tina, 70, and Williams, 45, paid tribute to Beyoncé’s latest country album, Cowboy Carter, by donning white cowboy hats. Meanwhile, Rumi stole the spotlight in a cream sweater, white skirt, and a pink Chanel crossbody bag, while enjoying a blue icy treat.

Beyoncé, 43, captivated the crowd with her grand entrance, riding a horse onto the field in a crystal-studded white bodysuit, chaps, and a cowboy hat. 

During her 13-minute performance, she debuted several songs from Cowboy Carter, including 16 Carriages, Ya Ya, and Jolene.

The performance marked Beyoncé’s first live showcase of songs from her country-inspired album, adding a unique twist to the NFL’s Christmas Day festivities.

Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater are in the “honeymoon phase” of their relationship as they keep growing more and more closer.

The Wicked co-stars have once again brought their creativity together as a source told Us Weekly that “Ariana and Ethan have written a whole new book together.”

Updating the outlet on the stars’ relationship, the source added that although they’ve been together for more than a year, Grande, 31, and Slater, 32, are “still in the honeymoon phase of pure bliss.”

“The Wicked press tour made their relationship ever stronger, and Ariana is over the moon about Ethan. They have so much in common, which is something Ari never had with past relationships,” the insider continued.

The Side to Side hitmaker’s relationship with the Broadway actor is “a new dynamic” for her and the lovebirds are “living in bliss” after the release of their movie, the source shared.

The couple’s friends “are fully supportive,” of the growing love between the two.

They “have created a new life together” and have been living together in New York City over the course of their relationship as “[Grande] needed a change of pace after her divorce.”

Slater and Grande stayed together for the holidays just like they had planned, as the Disney alum’s beau has become “close” with Grande’s mom, Joan Grande, and brother, Frankie Grande.

“They are both still on a high over all the success of Wicked,” the source revealed, adding that “It’s been a non-stop celebration.”

Discussing any future plans of matrimony, the source shared, “Ariana is not rushing to get married again. She feels she is content with how things are now and it’s a really healthy situation. Ariana used to move really quickly in relationships and has learned to slow down.”

The pair’s relationship was confirmed in July 2023 after their respective divorces with Dalton Gomez and Lilly Jay.