ThecoronationofKing CharlesandQueen Camillais quickly approaching — and PEOPLE is gearing up for full coverage of the royal event of the year.
On May 6, King Charles will beofficially crownedalongside his Queen Consort, Queen Camilla, in London’s Westminster Abbey, following nearly a thousand years of tradition for British monarchs. From the moment the stunningcrownsare placed on the royals' heads to the Buckingham Palace balcony appearance that follows (and all the events of the weekend, including theCoronation ConcertstarringLionel RichieandKaty Perryas well as the Big Help Out volunteering initiative), PEOPLE will have you covered with the latest news, best photos and behind-the-scenes drama at the historic event as it unfolds.
King Charles and Queen Camilla.Chris Jackson/Getty Images
King Charles and Queen Camilla.Chris Jackson/Getty
Royal style expert Monique Jessen will offer live commentary and exclusive observations on the coronation weekend’s fashion, including from royal women such asKate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, and Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh. Jessen will be on the lookout for meaningful pieces of clothing and jewelry, including touching tributes toQueen Elizabethand pieces with significant royal history.
Coverage onPEOPLE.comwill keep fans up to date with every development from the coronation ceremony, from the carriage procession to the grand ceremony in Westminster Abbey to the first Buckingham Palace balcony appearance of King Charles' reign, which may include an appearance from Prince William and Princess Kate along with their three children,Prince George,Princess CharlotteandPrince Louis. (And if it’s anything like Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee, there’s sure to be some meme-worthy moments from the Prince and Princess of Wales' kids!)
While the coronation has been planned down to the minute, PEOPLE’s team will be on watch for any surprises as well as watching the blink-and-you-miss-it interactions between the royal family members. The coronation will be Prince Harry’sfirst time reunitingwith the royals since Queen Elizabeth’s funeral, whileMeghan Marklestaysin Californiawith the couple’s children — and celebratingPrince Archie’s4th birthday, which falls on the day of the coronation. A source tells PEOPLE that the Duchess of Sussex will host a “low-key party at home” for her son, with the birthday boy’s little sisterPrincess Lilibettaking part in the festivities.
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For the first coronation of a British monarch sinceQueen Elizabeth’s crowning ceremony in 1953, PEOPLE reporters will also examine the historic aspects of the event, such as theroyal regalia(did you know there’s a Coronation Spoon dating back to 1349 and ahorse-drawn coachfrom 1762?) used in the service, as well as how King Charles is updating the tradition for the modern day.
“It’s going to be more inclusive. I think with many more religions [represented],” Lady Anne Glenconner, who served as a maid of honor at Elizabeth’s coronation, previously told PEOPLE.
PEOPLE’s team will continue coverage on May 7 when members of the royal family will gather for the Coronation Concert broadcast live from the Windsor Castle grounds. The royals will step out again on May 8 to take in the Big Help Out, a volunteering effort across the U.K.
source: people.com
