As Britainâs most talented actors, emerging stars and film legends descended upon Londonâs Royal Festival Hall on Sunday night, there were two people who were notably absent from the 78th British Academy Film and Television Awards. The Prince and Princess of Wales decided not to attend the 2025 BAFTAs awards ceremony, leaving their Hollywood-worthy red carpet parade as one for the imagination.Â
William and Kate, who most likely declined their invitations due to the ceremony being held during their childrenâs half term break, often command the spotlight at the star-studded affair.Â
In honour of their absence, HELLO! revisits the coupleâs first BAFTAs as a pair, six years after they tied the knot as the then Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in 2011âŠ
© GettyShe graced the event in a bespoke, floral-embellished gown that exuded ethereal sophistication. The design featured an off-the-shoulder neckline, a sculpted bodice, and a tiered skirt, all accentuated by delicate black ribbon detailing â a refined interpretation of a piece from the brandâs Spring 2016 Resort collection.
© GettyThe design would have no doubt raised some eyebrows at the time, with strapless dresses and shoulderless gowns being considered rather risquĂ© for a senior royal â though the Princess wore the dress beautifully.
© GettyKateâs exquisite pale-peach drop gemstone earrings from the 2017 BAFTAs were nothing short of enchanting. The Princess opted for striking chandelier earrings featuring a peach-hued gemstone surrounded by a glittering halo of diamonds.Â
Equally captivating was the mother-of-threeâs diamond bracelet. Known as the âEdinburgh Wedding Gift Braceletâ, this precious piece was generously loaned to her by the late Queen Elizabeth II, marking one of the first times Her Late Majesty had given Kate access to her personal jewellery collection.
The Prince and Princess of Wales miss the BAFTAs
© Dave J HoganItâs not the first time the Prince and Princess of Wales have passed on the opportunity to attend the BAFTAs, much to the disappointment of royal fans.Â
For last yearâs occasion, Prince WIlliam attended the event solo whilst his wife stayed out of the spotlight to recover from planned abdominal surgery.Â
The Prince, who is British Academy of Film and Television Artsâ fifth President, didnât attend in 2021 as a result of his grandfatherâs sudden passing, while in 2022, he wasnât present due to âdiary constraintsâ.
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