Tonight, the Lady Helen Taylor, the daughter of Prince Edward, the Duke of Kent, and her four children made an appearance at Kate Middleton’s annual Christmas carol concert at Westminster Abbey. Known as the “Together at Christmas” service, this year’s event is sure to hold a special meaning for the royals.
The event celebrates the theme of “love in all its forms – whether it’s love within families, through friendships, across communities, or even through powerful moments of connection with strangers,” according to a release. The statement added that Kate, “wanted to recognize and thank the many people around the country who are acting with love in their communities, contributing to a more cohesive and connected society.”
Along with a star-studded lineup of performances in the Abbey, prior to entering guests enjoyed music from Future Talent, a music-focused charitable organization co-founded by Helen’s mother, the late Duchess of Kent, who passed away earlier this year. Designed with the goal of helping young people from low-income backgrounds find opportunities to grow their musical skills, the organization was founded in 2004, two years after Katharine, Duchess of Kent stepped back from life as a working royal. It was a cause close the late royal’s heart, having served as a primary school music teacher for over a decade.
While the Duke of Kent himself is a regular attendee of the concert, he was not seen at the service tonight, though he did accompany German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his wife Elke Büdenbender to an even in Coventry earlier today as part of the German state visit to the UK.
Edward and Katharine shared three children and ten grandchildren, including Helen’s sons Columbus and Cassius, and her daughters Eloise and Estella, all of whom showed up to support their mother at the carol service.
Lauren Hubbard is a freelance writer and Town & Country contributor who covers beauty, shopping, entertainment, travel, home decor, wine, and cocktails.
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