PRINCESS Charlotte watched ballet dancers in awe as she commanded attention at her mum Kate Middleton’s mass.
Charlotte was spotted watching the dance performance as she sat next to her brothers Prince George and Louis.
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Princess Charlotte looks at ballet dancers Credit: PA
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He was seen watching the ballet performance intently
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Princess Kate at her Together at Christmas carol concert with her son Prince Louis Credit: AP
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Members of the royal family gathered for Princess Kate’s annual concert on December 6 Credit: Getty
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Prince William gave a reading of the Gospel of Merit: Rex
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Lip reader Nicola Hickling told The Sun that the young prince says ‘let’s look out for each other’
She was also seen sweetly helping Prince Louis light his candle.
The three siblings from Wales were spotted giggling and exchanging glances during a reading by actor Richard E Grant.
Impressively, Charlotte managed to sing the words to the classic Away in a Manger without looking at her order of service.
Princess Kate stressed the “importance of empathy” in a message of hope at her star-studded Christmas service.
The Princess of Wales urged people to “slow down and think about the deeper things that connect us all” and turn to “love, not fear” as she launched the television service.
The fourth annual Together at Christmas concert was filmed at Westminster Abbey earlier this month, with husband Prince William and children Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, nine, and six-year-old Prince Louis in attendance.
It featured Paloma Faith, jazz singer Gregory Porter, singer-songwriter JP Cooper, along with the Soul Sanctuary Choir and new singing talent Olivia Dean.
Olympic cycling legend Sir Chris Hoy, who revealed in recent weeks that he has terminal prostate cancer, lit a candle, as did the wife of the late rugby league star Rob Burrow, who died in June after a battle with motor neurone disease.
Actors Richard E Grant, Downton Abbey star Michelle Dockery and Sophie Okonedo, as well as Olympic gold medalist in swimming Adam Peaty also read.
However, Kate (42) reportedly refused to invite scandal-hit royal Prince Andrew to the party.
The Prince and Princess of Wales reportedly do not want to have the disgraced Duke of York at their public events – and have rejected a suggestion that he sit behind a pillar, it has been claimed.
BEHIND THE SCENES
Meanwhile, earlier today Kate gave a sweet message after sharing behind-the-scenes footage from the concert.
In the video, you could see her beaming greeting the children in an unprecedented montage.
The beautiful moment Prince Louis ‘tells’ mum Kate ‘let’s look out for each other’ during her Christmas carol
PRINCE Louis told mum Kate: “We look out for each other
In a candid video shared on social media, Kate beams at six-year-old Prince Louis, who appears to comfort her.
Lip reader Nicola Hickling told The Sun that the young prince says: “We look out for each other.”
Watch the adorable moment here.
The Wales’ Instagram post today said: “This service reflects the importance of love and empathy and how much we need each other, especially during the most difficult times in our lives.
– Thank you to everyone who was part of this year’s celebration.
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It comes as Kate began a slow return to public duties after announcing she was cancer-free in September.
She officially returned to work last month when she joined William at the annual Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall in South Kensington, London.
Earlier this month, she met the Qatari royal family during a two-day state visit to the UK.
Her heartfelt message was included in a letter handed out to every guest during the December 6 concert, before being shared as a video clip ahead of the Christmas Eve broadcast.
It was played as a voiceover at the start of ITV’s coverage this evening.
Kate said: “Christmas is one of my favorite times of the year, it’s a time for presents, tinsel and mince pies, but it’s also a time to slow down and think about the deeper things that connect us all.
“When we pause and step back from the pressures of everyday life, we find space to live our lives with an open heart, with love, kindness and forgiveness, which is what the Christmas spirit is all about.
“A Christmas story encourages us to consider the experiences and feelings of others. It also reflects our own vulnerability and reminds us of the importance of giving and receiving empathy, and how much we need each other despite our differences. Above all else, it encourages us to turn to love, and not to fear.”
Kate continued: “The love we show ourselves and the love we show others.
“A love that listens with empathy, a love that is kind and understanding, a love that forgives and a love that brings joy and hope.
“Love is the greatest gift we can receive, not only at Christmas but every day of our lives.”
The service includes narration by Scottish actress Kelly Macdonald – known for Trainspotting and No Country for Old Men.
It will also “screen three special community films that bring to life the stories of people and organizations who have inspired, counseled and comforted others in their time of need.”
Kensington Palace said: “Each of the films sees the groups receive letters from the princess inviting them to attend – and in the case of the Sankof Songsters – a service at Westminster Abbey.”
The films will be presented by Worcestershire Gingerbread Group, Go Beyond and the intergenerational choir Sankofa Songsters.
The first highlights a single mother from Worcestershire, who set up an anti-loneliness group.
Go Beyond features six young carers, aged between eight and 13, who “go above and beyond every day to show empathy and support for their families”.
Sankofa Songsters has an intergenerational choir that brings together care home residents and their young friends.
Kensington Palace said the choir “enhanced the lives of all, strengthening relationships between all ages by spreading kindness and love, with members aged from two to 100”.
HELPING HAND
Kate turned to grieving Lady Gabriella Windsor, 43, daughter of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent, for help planning the concert.
The princess got in touch over the summer after Lady Gabrielle’s husband Thomas Kingston, 45, died in February.
She then played a major role in setting up the service.
One of Lady Gabrielle’s personal touches was helping to recruit youth charity Restore the Music, which played to guests as they queued to enter the service.
Polly Moore, chief executive of Restore the Music, said: “Lady Gabriella is incredibly passionate about music and helping young people find their voice.
“She’s been our ambassador for the past five years and frequents our events. When she texted to ask if I’d be interested, I said, ‘You’re kidding, of course!’
“She was incredibly accessible and a brilliant person in the planning process. She is the most wonderful person. I am extremely grateful.”
Lady Gabriella also helped select singer Gregory Porter and pianist Rosey Chan to perform a specially composed lyric piece that was played alongside the poem read by Ms. Okonedo.
A timeline of Kate’s health battle and recovery
January 16: Kate is admitted to a London clinic for abdominal surgery
January 17: Kensington Palace announces that the princess has undergone surgery
January 18: William spends time at Kate’s bedside
January 23: The Princess’s stay in the hospital lasts a week
January 29: Kate leaves the hospital
February 27: Prince William pulls out of service at the last minute due to a ‘personal matter’, sparking a wave of unsubstantiated conspiracy theories about Kate’s health
March 4: The princess pictured in the car with mum Carole at Windsor Estate
March 10: Royal posts a sweet snap of her and the kids for Mother’s Day – then fans start noticing the flaws and major agencies issue a ‘warning’ on the photo
March 11: Kate admits she edited the photo and it was taken in a car with William
March 16: Royal fans spot the princess at a farm shop near Windsor
March 17: Onlookers see Kate watching her children play sports
March 18: The Sun exclusively released a video of Kate and Wills from two days ago
March 22: Kate bravely reveals in an emotional video that she has been given a shocking cancer diagnosis
April 29: Kate and William are marking their 13th anniversary by releasing never-before-seen wedding photos
June 8: Kate does not attend the Colonel’s Review, but a letter she wrote to the Irish Guards reveals she said: “I hope to be able to represent you again very soon”
June 14: Kensington Palace announces that the Princess will attend the King’s Birthday Parade
June 15: Kate shines as she joins her family for the annual Trooping the Color event
July 14: The Royal Family arrives at Wimbledon with sister Pippa and Princess Charlotte to hand out trophies to the players
July 15: Kate shares a touching photo of Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis watching England in the Euro 2024 final.
August 11: Joins bearded Prince William in video to congratulate Team GB at Olympics
September 9: Kate reveals her cancer treatment has ended
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Princess Beatrice of York and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi with Zara Tindall at Westminster AbbeyCredit: AFP
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Kate attended a memorial service last month Credit: Andrew Parsons / Kensington Palace
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Princess Kate met the Qatari royal family this monthCredit: AFP
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