The week starts off with a bang for Charles III, his wife Camilla and… the Beckham couple. This December 3, the king welcomed the emir of QatarSheikh Tamim ben Hamad Al-Thani, for a two day tour. Objective: organize as many diplomatic and economic talks as possible. So, for the occasion, the small dishes have been put in the big ones. Firstly, the Emir and his wife Sheikha Jawaher attended a official ceremony on Horse Guards Parade in London. Present: King Charles III, Prince William and his wife Princess Kate. This one slowly resumes its obligations since the end of his chemotherapy.
Then, this solemn moment was followed by a procession in carriages towards Buckingham Palace. Over there, a lunch in honor of the guests was organized. Weakened by a lung infection, Queen Camilla was unfortunately unable to attend the welcoming ceremony. But, subsequently, she was present at the state banquet organized in the evening.
And lavish date with Kate Middletonstill weakened, was conspicuous by his absence while the guests enjoyed a menu d’exception. In entréequail eggs and organic salad leaves were offered to guests. In plat principalthe Palace offered a Windsor pheasant supreme wrapped in Savoy cabbage. This was served with roasted celery puree, au gratin potatoes, truffle sauce and a selection of winter vegetables. Finally, a dessertorganic vanilla ice cream and Balmoral plum sorbet were served. But the icing on the cake was the presence of two celebrities. Indeed, Victoria and David Beckham were there.
David and Victoria Beckham in Buckingham: but why?
It is known that the Beckham couple has a special bond with the British royal family. A strong friendship was born with Prince William and his wife Kate Middleton. Although both have visited Buckingham on several occasions, it is the first time attending a state banquet. However, the presence of the former Spice Girl and the former international footballer among the 150 guests is explained.
The couple, dressed soberly in black, was invited because of its relations with Qatar. The former English football captain was, in particular, a ambassador for the Qatar World Cup in 2022. Furthermore, the 49-year-old man was paid 10 million euros to support this major eventwhich earned him significant criticism at the time. Even if both of them no longer have to prove themselves, this invitation is, in any case, a boon for their image.
