Queen Camilla and Melania Trump shared a light-hearted moment during the State Visit, exchanging a British joke that left them both laughing. The Queen and the First Lady were seated together for the grand ceremonial welcome at the White House, braving the rain without umbrellas like the other guests.
In a humorous exchange captured by a lip reader, Queen Camilla remarked on the wet weather, to which Melania Trump agreed with a smile. The Queen then jokingly mentioned having “soggy bottoms,” prompting a puzzled response from the First Lady.
During the event, President Donald Trump also made a jest about the grey skies, calling it “a beautiful British day,” eliciting laughter from the crowd. The ceremony included a 21-gun salute and the playing of national anthems for both the US and the UK.
In his speech, President Trump highlighted the strong bond between America and the UK, expressing his desire for the enduring nature of the “special relationship.” He reminisced about his mother’s admiration for the royal family and her fondness for Queen Elizabeth, mentioning her crush on a young Prince Charles.
Following the White House event, King Charles addressed Congress on Capitol Hill, emphasizing the significance of the partnership between the two nations in today’s world. His speech was met with multiple standing ovations from the assembled politicians, underscoring the importance of the transatlantic relationship.
