Princess Kate invites family of ‘brave’ photographer who died aged 17 to her Xmas carol concert after meeting at Windsor
PRINCESS Kate has extended an invitation to the Christmas carol concert to the family of a photographer who passed away from cancer at the age of 17.
On November 27, Liz Hatton tragically died at her home in Harrogate, North Yorkshire.
After being asked to take photos of the Prince of Wales at an investiture, Hatton was seen being embraced by Kate at Windsor Castle in October.
Many people were moved by the picture of the couple cuddling, and Kate praised the youngster for motivating her and her husband William with her courage and inventiveness.
The Princess of Wales also made her professional comeback at the occasion, following her personal cancer fight this year.
As she begins her slow return to public duties after her cancer treatment, Kate is scheduled to host her traditional Christmas carol service.
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Additionally, she has invited Liz’s brother Mateo, stepfather Aaron, and mother Vicky Robayna to the service.
The Together at Christmas service at Westminster Abbey will be presided over by Kate.
This year’s theme is love and empathy, and people who have helped others will be honored.
“Love is the light that can shine bright, even in our darkest times,” she wrote in a letter addressed to the 1,600 Abbey carol attendees, who included members of the royal family.
The order of service, which includes a cover image by artist Charlie Mackesy, includes her message.
“This Carol Service is a heartfelt celebration of each and every one of you, and a reminder that we must all shine for each other at Christmas and throughout the year,” it will read.
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“Because in times of joy and sadness, we are all each other’s light.”
Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis, and her husband William are anticipated to accompany the princess.
Although they had attended the carol service before, the King and Queen did not attend in 2023.
Charles is currently being treated by cancer doctors, while Kate has resumed her public duties a year after undergoing cancer treatment.
Timeline of Kate’s health battle & recovery
JAN 16: Kate is scheduled for stomach surgery at the London Clinic.
Kensington Palace announced on January 17 that the princess had surgery.
William stays by Kate’s bedside on January 18.
JAN 23: A week has passed during the princess’ medical stay.
Kate leaves the hospital on January 29.
FEB 27: A flood of baseless conspiracy theories regarding Kate’s health are sparked when Prince William abruptly withdraws from service owing to a “personal matter.”
MAR 4: The princess is seen on the Windsor estate in the automobile with her mother, Carole.
Mar. 10: Royal shared a cute Mother’s Day photo of herself and the children, but after followers pointed out problems, large agencies issued a “kill notice” on the image.
Mar. 11: Kate acknowledges editing the photo and being photographed with William in the automobile.
March 16: The princess is spotted by royal enthusiasts at a farm store close to Windsor.
Mar. 17: Bystanders witness Kate observing her children participating in sports.
Mar. 18: A video of Kate and Wills from two days earlier was exclusively released by The Sun.
MAR 22: In a moving video, Kate courageously discloses that she received a shocking cancer diagnosis.
April 29: Unseen wedding images are released to commemorate Kate and William’s 13th anniversary.
June 8: Kate writes to the Irish Guards, “I do hope that I am able to represent you all once again very soon,” although she does not attend the Colonel’s Review.
On June 14, Kate and her family went to Trooping the Colour.
On July 14, Kate and Princess Charlotte went to the Wimbledon Men’s Final.
September 9: Kate shares a personal video of her family life to announce that she has completed chemotherapy.
September 17: The princess resumes her duties at Windsor Castle, where she speaks with leaders of early childhood charities.
The purpose of the service is to give attendees a chance to consider the value of loved ones, particularly in trying times.
During the service, Olympic cycling champion Sir Chris Hoy, who has prostate cancer and is near death, will light a candle and singers Gregory Porter and Paloma Faith will perform.
Lindsey Burrow, the wife of former Rugby League player Rob Burrow, who passed away in June after a well-publicized fight with motor neurone illness, will also be remembered.
The Prince of Wales and a number of celebrities, including Olympic swimming champion Adam Peaty, Downton Abbey star Michelle Dockery, Oscar nominee Sophie Okonedo for her role in Hotel Rwanda, and actor Richard E. Grant, will read passages related to the topic of love and empathy.
All 1,600 guests have volunteered, assisted people with their employment, or supported friends and family.
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The event will air on ITV1 and ITVX on Christmas Eve as a part of the show Royal Carols: Together At Christmas.
It will include three films that tell the tales of individuals and organizations that have helped, encouraged, and reassured others during difficult times.
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