May 2nd 2024.
King Charles had recently returned to his royal duties after taking some time off for his cancer diagnosis. Buckingham Palace had announced the news back in February, when the King had to stay in the hospital for an enlarged prostate. However, he is still receiving treatment for his cancer and on Tuesday, he and his wife Queen Camilla visited the University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre for an engagement.
The 75-year-old King looked dashing in a navy striped suit, which he paired with a colorful tie. Upon closer inspection, it was revealed that the tie had a unique print - small, light blue dinosaurs! It was a sweet and playful choice, one that his grandchildren, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis would surely love.
According to royal expert and author Robert Hardman, the tie is believed to be a gift from one of his family members. It's possible that one of the younger royals gave it to him as a thoughtful gesture. And with the King's new title as Charles III Rex, the T-Rex pattern on the tie could be seen as a clever play on words.
For those wondering about the significance of 'Rex', it is the Latin word for King and is just another way of writing King Charles III. In fact, the King's official monogram also features the letter 'R', along with his initials and a representation of the crown.
This unique tie has been making appearances at other events as well, such as church in Sandringham and a walkabout in Manchester. In Robert's new book, he reveals that the King's mood has been more cheerful these days, which is evident in his wardrobe as well. He writes, "Finding gifts for the man who really does have everything, but, since his accession, his family have given the King several new ties. A particular favourite, is of pale pink silk with a light blue tyrannosaurus rex pattern printed all over it."
During the engagement at the Cancer Centre, Charles took the time to speak with fellow cancer patients and even shared an update on his own health. He mentioned that he was feeling much better, but his diagnosis was still a shock for him. He also revealed that he would be undergoing cancer treatment later that afternoon.
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