In a delightful throwback captured by a viral TikTok video, the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, and pop sensation Harry Styles have stolen the spotlight once again. The footage, resurfaced by user the_blazing_royals on November 6, showcases the enchanting encounter between the royal and the pop star at a charity event in 2014.
The rendezvous took place during the annual Royal Variety Performance in London, a glamorous affair attended by distinguished acts and aimed at fundraising for the arts. The 2014 edition saw Prince William and Kate gracing the royal box for the first time since their marriage three years prior.
The star-studded lineup included the likes of Ed Sheeran, Bette Midler, Shirley Bassey, Demi Lovato, Ellie Goulding, and the heartthrob from One Direction, Harry Styles. Following the captivating performances, the royals mingled with the artists, and a brief yet animated exchange between Kate and Styles was immortalized on camera.
Uploaded on TikTok, the video has garnered over 200,000 views, 5,000 likes, and an abundance of comments showering praise on both Kate and Styles. “What a throwback!” exclaimed one viewer, while another admired Styles’ infectious smile in the presence of the Princess.
TheBlazingRoyals’ caption aptly describes the enchanting encounter: “Two stars together! When Harry Styles met Princess Catherine.”
Styles, reflecting on the event in a subsequent interview, shared a charming detail about their conversation. He congratulated Kate on the impending arrival of her second child, Princess Charlotte, although, as he humorously noted, she “didn’t look bumpy” at the time.
Kate’s interactions with celebrities have frequently become social media highlights, often occurring at charitable events linked to causes she supports or that are affiliated with the monarchy. In 2021, her appearance at the world premiere of “No Time To Die” not only dazzled with an all-gold caped gown but also showcased her amiable exchanges with James Bond actor Daniel Craig and the rest of the cast.
Continuing their tradition, William and Kate graced the red carpet at the 2022 premiere of “Top Gun: Maverick,” with the princess captivating onlookers in a sleek monochrome gown alongside Tom Cruise.
The Royal Variety Performances have been a consistent part of William and Kate’s 12-year marriage, marking their attendance on four separate occasions. However, their presence hasn’t been without comedic interludes. At the 2014 event featuring One Direction, comedian Jack Whitehall playfully revealed to Kate that they had attended the same school, Marlborough College, jokingly admitting, “You were probably my first ever crush.”
A blushing Kate responded with an embarrassed laugh, and later, Whitehall shared that Prince William good-naturedly teased him about the playful banter: “William came over, and he was very funny, very nice but very passive-aggressive [saying], ‘Oh, so you were flirting with my missus? Oh no, that was very funny.'”
In the ever-entertaining world of royal engagements and celebrity encounters, the Princess of Wales continues to captivate hearts, leaving behind a trail of memorable moments that fans eagerly share and celebrate online.