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King Charles misses Royal Ballet School centenary celebrations
King Charles missed the Royal Ballet School’s centenary celebrations in London on Oct.
8 and 9.
Charles is the school’s official patron, and his absence prompted concern among royal insiders about his health.
The king was diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer in 2024 and is still receiving treatment.
Insiders say his official schedule may be cut back, with some planned appearances rearranged so other royals can attend instead.
Other members of the royal family are stepping in, including Lady Sarah Chatto, who represented the Crown at the celebrations.
The palace has not publicly explained why Charles missed the event, and his cancer type has not been disclosed.
Follow-up appearances may involve Queen Camilla, Prince William, Princess Kate or other royals in his place.
King Charles missed celebrations marking the Royal Ballet School’s 100th anniversary, despite being its official patron.
The events included a reception and performance at the Royal Opera House on October 8 and a gala dinner on October 9.
Lady Sarah Chatto, the school’s president, represented the royal family at the celebrations.
Page Six reported that royal insiders were concerned about the king’s absence and said some of his scheduled appearances were being rearranged.
Charles was diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer in 2024 and is still undergoing treatment, according to the article.
- Who
- King Charles III missed the celebrations. Lady Sarah Chatto represented the royal family.
- What
- The Royal Ballet School held events marking its 100th anniversary.
- When
- October 8 and 9; the article says the celebrations took place last weekend.
- Where
- The Royal Opera House and White Hall Palace.
- Why
- Not stated. Page Six reported that the king’s absence prompted concern among royal insiders.
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Buckingham Palace announced that Charles had been diagnosed with a form of cancer.
The anniversary celebrations included a reception and performance at the Royal Opera House.
A black-tie gala dinner was held at White Hall Palace.
- Anniversary
- 100th anniversary of the Royal Ballet School
- Royal patron
- King Charles III
- Royal representative
- Lady Sarah Chatto
- Performance and reception
- Royal Opera House, October 8
- Gala dinner
- White Hall Palace, October 9
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