Camilla Jessen
Did Donald Trump have Kate Middleton and Queen Camilla mixed up during state banquet?
Donald Trump and Melania Trump’s recent UK state visit included a royal banquet that quickly became the subject of online chatter—and not just for fashion or protocol.
A Historic Second State Visit
Trump became the first U.S. president to receive a second state visit in the UK, this time hosted by King Charles III.
On Wednesday evening, he and Melania attended a state banquet, sitting near the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton.
The president, long known for his admiration of the Royal Family, was positioned at the table with Kate to his right.
Body Language Experts Weigh In
According to body language specialist Bruce Durham, Kate Middleton may have subtly asserted herself during the banquet.
“Look how regal she looks, how straight she looks – and [she’s] looking at Donald Trump like a childish, impish-type comment has been made,” Durham told the Mirror.
He added that Trump’s posture—shoulders raised, head retracted—suggested Kate held the upper hand in their interaction.
Praise for the Princess of Wales
Trump openly complimented Kate throughout the visit.
Upon greeting the Royal Family as he exited Marine One, he told her, “You’re so beautiful, so,” according to lip reader Jeremy Freeman, as reported by the Mirror.
During his state banquet speech, Trump referred to her as “Her Royal Highness, Princess Catherine, so radiant and so healthy, and so beautiful. It’s really a great honour, thank you.”
The Confusion With Queen Camilla
Some royal watchers noticed a moment that sparked speculation.
As Trump thanked the “queen” and described her as “very, very special,” his gaze appeared to be on Kate Middleton rather than Queen Camilla, leading fans online to question whether he had confused the two women.
Marie Claire highlighted several clips where this apparent mix-up occurred.
Admiration for King Charles
Trump also shared private words of praise with King Charles, revealed by Freeman.
Before formal speeches began, Trump reportedly told the monarch, “It’s so incredible, it’s what you do so well,” demonstrating admiration for the king’s role and hosting of the event.
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