We'd tell you about Prince Harry but Kate Middleton keeps trying to distract us

0:03 Callaroga Shark Media. In today's news, Kate and William's secret vacation, William's secret video and Megan's Canadian souvenirs, plus Harry gets teary eyed and has to leave an event early over a security incident. Hello and welcome to Palace Intrigue and host Mark Francis. Kate and William's PR team are strong and it seems they just don't want us talking about Harry's Invictor's games. The media reports. William made a surprise virtual appearance during the bafters even though we told you last week that he would appear via video. William, who has served as President of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts since twenty ten, addressed the audience in a pre recorded message filmed earlier in the week at the London Screen Academy. Not exactly a surprise despite the narrative, William said, good evening everyone. As President of BAFTA, I'm delighted to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of the Rising Star Award, which is presented in honor of Mary Selway. What are remarkable two decades it has been and what an exceptional lineup of talent this award has recognized since two thousand and six. The Rising Star Award has not only championed emerging actors, but has also inspired the next generation of performers to pursue their dreams. The five incredibly talented nominees tonight of each demonstrated extraordinary skill captivating audiences over the past year. Given the global success of previous nominees and winners, I have no doubt we will be seeing much more

1:34 of their work in the years ahead. To announce this year's winner, please welcome to the stage to former recipients of the EE Rising Star Award, both of whom are soon to make their directorial debuts. James McAvoy and Letitia Wright, have a wonderful evening. This year's Bafters, hosted by David Tennant, brought together a star stud a guest list including dem Moore, Timothy Schallamy, and Shawsey Ronan to one of the finest achievements in film over the past year. Veteran actor Warwick Davis received the Bafter Fellowship, the highest honour bestowed by the Academy, recognizing his contributions to the entertainment industry as an actor, comedian, presenter and advocate for inclusion in film.

2:15 The ceremony also featured a special musical performance from Take That, who performed their hit Greatest Day, featured in the Bafter nominated film Anrara, We'd love to tell you about Harry and invict Despot, Wouldn't you Know It? Kate just so happened to release cute drawings from the children. Kensington Palace has issued what is being called a heartfelt statement, including a touching tribute from their children, highlighting the importance of family connection and creativity. The announcement, made in collaboration with the Royal Foundation Center for Early Childhood, introduces a new initiative aimed at encouraging families to engage in creative activities together. The young Royals drawings, which appear to depict their mother, have been widely praised, with many noting the deeply personal nature of the artwork. The response from Royal Watches has been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing their admiration for the wales families continued commitment to early childhood advocacy. Because it's not like Wicked Witch of the West put out a statement in some children's drawings. The drawings described as a beautiful expression of love and creativity have also resonated deeply with the public. We are told Kate's wonderful statement is in no way meant to distract you from a recent statement from Megan and Harry. Their message, possibly some sort of attempt by Megan to promote her Netflix show, was ostensibly in support of Project camp La, a nonprofit organization providing temporary day camps for young people impacted by disasters.

3:39 The couple also made a joint video appearance for the initiative, with footage showing the Duchess engaging in a game of Jinger with children participating in the program, which is not nearly as cute as sharing children's drawings, and probably just some sort of attempt to get you to buy her designer dog biscuits. Anyway, we'd love to tell you about Harry and the Invictus Games, but we've learned Kate and w William are on a secret vacation, a vacation so secret it isn't seemingly every newspaper. The secret vacation is secretly on the exclusive Caribbean island of Mustique. According to sources, the family secretly traveled business class on a British Airways flight to Saint Lucia before secretly taking a private transfer to Mustique. It is believed the Princess of Wales's mother, Carol Middleton, who recently celebrated her seventieth birthday, had already secretly been on the island for several days prior to their arrival. Mustique, which is privately owned, does not permit journalists or photographers to stay, offering the family a level of privacy rarely afforded elsewhere. The island has only one hotel and a single bar, Basles, frequented by a host of notable figures, including McJagger, Daniel Craig, Nol Gallaghan, Kate Moss, tell Us Intriguly Right back, Prince Harry appeared visibly emotional as Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau paid tribute to him during the using ceremony of the Invictor's Games Vancouver Whistler twenty twenty five. Harry was seen blinking back tears as Prime Minister Trudeau spoke passionately about the enduring impact of

5:09 the Games and Prince Harry's role in their creation. Addressing the crowd, Trudeau acknowledged the Duke's tireless efforts, saying to the Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry, with whom these Invictor's Games would never have happened. You you are the one who turned this incredible idea into a reality. And as someone that you roped in early on in my time as Prime Minister, I can testify to the energy, the dedication, the commitment this man has to you and to this ideal. You have changed the lives of so many people for the better and for that we will owe you the deepest debt of gratitude. Thank you. As the audience rose to their feet in applause, Prince Hary acknowledged the moment with a thumbs up. Clearly moved by the sentiment, Harry told people, it's incredible to be back in Canada. Canada couldn't be more appropriate to host the first Winter Games.

5:54 Everyone so excited. Harry was forced to leave a sitting volleyball event at the Victor's Games after his security team intervened due to concerns over crowd safety. Harry had been engaging with supporters at the Vancouver Convention Center when a growing number of fans attempted to take selfies with him as the crowd pressed in, his security detail stepped in to create space and eventually moved him away from the area. According to reports in the Mail, prior to the disruption, the Duke had been enthusiastically taking part in the celebrations, seen chanting and singing alongside fans from various nations. He had mingled with supporters throughout the match, posing for photos with Nigerian fans, standing between two women with his arms around their shoulders. He also spent time in the Danish supporters section, chatting with Prince Joakim and Princess Marie of Denmark as they watched courtside. Megan was not involved, as she reportedly already departed, taking a thirty thousand dollar flight home.

6:48 Upon her return, Meghan chaired some of the souvenirs she brought back from Canada for the kids, including chocolate Bear Paws, nougat and tim Bits bite sized donuts from Tim Horton's. The twenty twenty seven in Victors Games will be held in the UK, and the media is already speculating whether or not Meghan will attend. We'll just save everyone two years until you're now No Meghan shared a Valentine's Day message for Harry on social media. It read back home, taking care of our babies and missing my Valentine as he continues on at the Invictors Games, changing lives and reminding all of us of the power of healing and resilience through these incredible veterans and their families. My love, I will eat burgers and fries and fish and chips with you forever. Thank you for you hashtag love wins, and there you have it. It's like to email us wh addresses the palasintri at gmail dot com. Please follow us on Spotify, Apple or the app of your choice and leave us a review or five stars. If you're enjoying the show, I'm Mark Francis My thanks to John McDermott.

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