Queen Camilla welcomed two very special guests to tea!
On Tuesday, the Queen (76) shared the most interesting moments on Instagram from the tea party she hosted at Windsor Castle last week for the 7-year-old blind girl Olivia. Olivia brought along her beloved coronation bear, aptly named Corrie.
“Last week the Queen was delighted to be joined by 7-year-old Olivia and family for a special Christmas tea at Windsor Castle. 🎄☕️,” read a post shared on the royal family’s official account.
“🧸 Olivia’s coronation bear Corrie, who travels everywhere with her, was the guest of honor,” the message continued.
According to the publication, at the age of 17 months, Olivia was diagnosed with a large brain tumor that caused permanent blindness. “Since her diagnosis, Olivia has received regular treatments, including chemotherapy. However, none of this has curbed her infectious enthusiasm or love of singing,” the royal family added.
“Merry Christmas Olivia — and thank you for all the joy you bring! ♥️,” concluded the post, which also included a series of photos from the royal tea party.
In one picture, Olivia could be seen presenting her bear to Camilla. Another captured the young girl holding a stuffed toy Corgi as she and the Queen chatted happily.
Olivia had the opportunity to showcase her vocal talents by performing the song, along with the Bexley Music Primary Choir, as part of the King Charles Christmas broadcast.
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Queen Camilla and Olivia talk during the tea party.
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In a video clip that he shared on X (former Twitter). Sky NewsOlivia gave an adorable rendition of “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” earning smiles and enthusiastic applause from Camille.
The clip also caught Camilla asking Olivia about her favorite food. “Hmm… I think one of them is cookies,” Olivia replied with a giggle.
When Camilla heard this, she sprang into action. “Cookies! Let’s see if we can find a special cookie for you,” she said, looking over the tea table and spotting a sweet made especially for Olivia.
Olivia returned the favor by giving Camilla a ring she had made for her. “Oh, what a beautiful ring,” the queen told her. “Isn’t that nice! Shall I wear it?”
In another charming moment, the Queen helped Olivia experience her first sip of tea. She poured a cup and handed it to the little girl, who continued to drink without stopping.
“It’s real tea. It’s still going,” Camilla joked as Olivia sipped and sipped.
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Earlier this month, the Queen invited a group of children to Clarence House in support of Helen & Douglas House and Roald Dahl’s Marvelous Children’s charity. She and the children got into the holiday spirit by decorating the Christmas tree in her main royal residence.
Camilla also treated the little ones to a special surprise — a visit from Santa Claus and his reindeer Dancer and Blitzen. In a video shared on the royal family’s Instagram page, Camilla could be seen greeting her young guests, handing out treats and little trinkets and posing for a photo with Santa.
The decorating party is an annual tradition for Camilla, who is a patron of both charities.
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