Princess Kate’s carol service got an extra special sneak peek from former stylist Natasha Archer, who was among the 1,600 guests in attendance.
The future queen’s longtime aide shared behind-the-scenes moments on social media and thanked Kate for inviting her to the celebration.
Kensington Palace also revealed special highlights from the Princess of Wales’ carol service at Westminster Abbey.
“A wonderful event at Westminster Abbey welcoming some of the most inspiring people,” the caption read.
The footage showed Princess Kate’s elegant entrance, her warm meet and greet with guests, and the joyous atmosphere as attendees came together to celebrate music, community and kindness.
Princess Kate welcomed the audience with her characteristic grace and shared a heartfelt reflection: “At this special time of year we are reminded that love takes many forms and even in the simplest act of being there for each other.”
The service included a Bible reading from Prince William along with the traditional organ music and angel choristers, pop stars including Dan Smith from Bastille and rising talent Griff performed.
Academy Award-winning actress Kate Winslet delivered a personally written reading, commissioned especially for the occasion, reflecting on the theme of love.
Her words were a gentle reminder of the power of presence: “Love does not always come wrapped in ribbons.
It is in laughter shared across a table, a hand held in comfort, the courage to reach out to someone who might otherwise be alone… Christmas is about giving, but perhaps we can think of being ‘present’ as our gift.”
As Kate Winslet concluded, quoting Henry Drummond: “The moments when you have truly lived are the moments when you have done things in the spirit of love.”
