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Britain's Princess Diana tricked Oprah Winfrey by letting her eat a high-calorie meal.
The late princess, who died in a car crash in Paris, France in 1997, met with the talk show host for lunch many years ago and "pulled a fast one" by eating a low-calorie dish, while Oprah, who has struggled with her weight over the years, was served a full-fat mousse.
The 36-year-old royal's former chef Darren McGrady revealed: "They were both eating tomato mousses and, after a few mouthfuls, Oprah, another famous dieter, put down her spoon and said, 'Diana, how do you stay so slim eating rich food like this?' The princess replied, 'I just eat small portions and work out'.
Darren, who told Richard Mineards, a columnist for the Montecito Journal, admits it "wasn't quite the truth" and Oprah, 60, was left in the dark about what really happened.
He said: "Diana had me serve her a fat-free version of the mousse, while Oprah was eating the full-fat dish chock full of mayonnaise, sour cream and heavy cream," adding: "Diana never did tell her the truth," added McGrady.
The princess struggled with bulimia while married to Prince Charles and her eating disorder was revealed in the 1992 book, 'Diana: Her True Story', written by Andrew Morton.
She first battled bulimia in 1981, and sought treatment for the disorder in the late 1980s, after she started to follow a strict diet following comments in the press about her "pudgy" appearance.
Princess Diana tricked Oprah Winfrey
Britain's Princess Diana tricked Oprah Winfrey by letting her eat a high-calorie meal.
The late princess, who died in a car crash in Paris, France in 1997, met with the talk show host for lunch many years ago and "pulled a fast one" by eating a low-calorie dish, while Oprah, who has struggled with her weight over the years, was served a full-fat mousse.
The 36-year-old royal's former chef Darren McGrady revealed: "They were both eating tomato mousses and, after a few mouthfuls, Oprah, another famous dieter, put down her spoon and said, 'Diana, how do you stay so slim eating rich food like this?' The princess replied, 'I just eat small portions and work out'.
Darren, who told Richard Mineards, a columnist for the Montecito Journal, admits it "wasn't quite the truth" and Oprah, 60, was left in the dark about what really happened.
He said: "Diana had me serve her a fat-free version of the mousse, while Oprah was eating the full-fat dish chock full of mayonnaise, sour cream and heavy cream," adding: "Diana never did tell her the truth," added McGrady.
The princess struggled with bulimia while married to Prince Charles and her eating disorder was revealed in the 1992 book, 'Diana: Her True Story', written by Andrew Morton.
She first battled bulimia in 1981, and sought treatment for the disorder in the late 1980s, after she started to follow a strict diet following comments in the press about her "pudgy" appearance.
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Britain's Queen Elizabeth would love to be able to sing.
The 87-year-old monarch made the confession to Laura Wright - who who will perform 'God Save the Queen' before England play Wales in the rugby match over this weekend - during a Commonwealth event held at her London residence, Buckingham Palace.
Laura told the Daily Mail newspaper: "She said Gary Barlow had told her that anyone can sing - it's just a matter of learning, which I totally agree with."
Elizabeth is a fan of Gary's music and was singing a track from the Take That star's album when they met.
Laura added: "When I was talking to her, she sang a little bit of a track from Gary's 'Sing' EP.
"It sounded like she had a lovely voice. I did offer her some singing lessons, but I think she might be quite busy."
Meanwhile, the queen is busy with her royal duties and is set to attend the Commonwealth Observance, the UK's largest multi-faith celebration, in Westminster Abbey in London on March 10.
She will be joined at the event by her husband, Prince Philip, her sons Prince Charles and Prince Edward and wife Sophie, the countess of Wessex.
Queen Elizabeth would love to be able to sing
Britain's Queen Elizabeth would love to be able to sing.
The 87-year-old monarch made the confession to Laura Wright - who who will perform 'God Save the Queen' before England play Wales in the rugby match over this weekend - during a Commonwealth event held at her London residence, Buckingham Palace.
Laura told the Daily Mail newspaper: "She said Gary Barlow had told her that anyone can sing - it's just a matter of learning, which I totally agree with."
Elizabeth is a fan of Gary's music and was singing a track from the Take That star's album when they met.
Laura added: "When I was talking to her, she sang a little bit of a track from Gary's 'Sing' EP.
"It sounded like she had a lovely voice. I did offer her some singing lessons, but I think she might be quite busy."
Meanwhile, the queen is busy with her royal duties and is set to attend the Commonwealth Observance, the UK's largest multi-faith celebration, in Westminster Abbey in London on March 10.
She will be joined at the event by her husband, Prince Philip, her sons Prince Charles and Prince Edward and wife Sophie, the countess of Wessex.
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Britain's Queen Elizabeth ate pancakes to celebrate Shrove Tuesday yesterday (04.03.14).
The 87-year-old monarch revealed they were served up at Buckingham Palace but admitted she didn't try and flip them herself as she had someone else cook them.
The royal made the admission during a reception for Christ Church Cathedral Music Trust held at St James's Palace in London.
John Briggs, registrar at Christ Church, was fortunate enough to meet the Queen and asked on behalf of his four-year-old son if she had enjoyed pancakes for dinner.
He said: "My little boy was very upset that he couldn't come with me to see the Queen, but he told me to ask her a question on his behalf. "He wanted to know if she had pancakes today, and she said 'yes' but that she didn't make them herself."
Meanwhile, the Queen will attend the Commonwealth Observance, the UK's largest multi-faith celebration in Westminster Abbey in London on March 10.
She will be joined at the event by her husband, Prince Philip, her sons Prince Charles and Prince Edward and wife Sophie, the countess of Wessex.
Queen Elizabeth ate pancakes
Britain's Queen Elizabeth ate pancakes to celebrate Shrove Tuesday yesterday (04.03.14).
The 87-year-old monarch revealed they were served up at Buckingham Palace but admitted she didn't try and flip them herself as she had someone else cook them.
The royal made the admission during a reception for Christ Church Cathedral Music Trust held at St James's Palace in London.
John Briggs, registrar at Christ Church, was fortunate enough to meet the Queen and asked on behalf of his four-year-old son if she had enjoyed pancakes for dinner.
He said: "My little boy was very upset that he couldn't come with me to see the Queen, but he told me to ask her a question on his behalf. "He wanted to know if she had pancakes today, and she said 'yes' but that she didn't make them herself."
Meanwhile, the Queen will attend the Commonwealth Observance, the UK's largest multi-faith celebration in Westminster Abbey in London on March 10.
She will be joined at the event by her husband, Prince Philip, her sons Prince Charles and Prince Edward and wife Sophie, the countess of Wessex.
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Britain's Prince William and Duchess Catherine are fans of parenting website Netmums.
The royal couple, who has a seven-month-old son, Prince George, revealed they often pick up tips from the website, which has helped millions of new mums and dads to share their experiences.
William, 31, awarded the three businesswomen behind the site, Siobhan Freegard, Cathy Court and Sally Russell, with OBEs yesterday (04.03.14) who said they were "bowled over" by the royal's support for the online forum.
According to MailOnline, Sally, 46, said: "He said he and Kate used it and so did their friends.
"He said how much it's needed and how important it is. I talked to him about how isolated families feel these days and he gave me a knowing nod.
"I get the feeling that they're just normal parents who sit there Googling things like breast feeding issues just like the rest of us."
The founders, who met at a toddler group in Harrow, north west London, launched the website in 2000 and it has since become a huge success with 6.2 million unique users every month and 151 local sites serving areas across the UK.
Sally added: "Netmums has created a 'movement', giving mums a voice at a time in their lives when women often feel disempowered. Because of our work post natal depression is no longer a shameful secret but something parents talk about openly."
William and Catherine use Netmums for tips
Britain's Prince William and Duchess Catherine are fans of parenting website Netmums.
The royal couple, who has a seven-month-old son, Prince George, revealed they often pick up tips from the website, which has helped millions of new mums and dads to share their experiences.
William, 31, awarded the three businesswomen behind the site, Siobhan Freegard, Cathy Court and Sally Russell, with OBEs yesterday (04.03.14) who said they were "bowled over" by the royal's support for the online forum.
According to MailOnline, Sally, 46, said: "He said he and Kate used it and so did their friends.
"He said how much it's needed and how important it is. I talked to him about how isolated families feel these days and he gave me a knowing nod.
"I get the feeling that they're just normal parents who sit there Googling things like breast feeding issues just like the rest of us."
The founders, who met at a toddler group in Harrow, north west London, launched the website in 2000 and it has since become a huge success with 6.2 million unique users every month and 151 local sites serving areas across the UK.
Sally added: "Netmums has created a 'movement', giving mums a voice at a time in their lives when women often feel disempowered. Because of our work post natal depression is no longer a shameful secret but something parents talk about openly."
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DJ Pete Tong was awarded an MBE for his services to music and broadcasting yesterday (04.03.14).
The Radio 1 star, who has also launched a record label and mobile disco, was handed the award by Britain's Prince William at Buckingham Palace after being named on the New Years Honours List.
The 53-year-old DJ and producer said: 'I've been standing here for a few hours waiting to do this and still have to pinch myself - I've spent my career doing something I love, playing records.
"There are so many worthy people here today, I feel quite humbled by all the servicemen, policemen and the charity workers and people like that. So I count myself lucky to be recognised in this way."
The star, who relocated to Los Angeles from the UK last year, also joked about his name being passed into the English language as rhyming slang for "wrong" with the phrase "it's all gone Pete Tong".
He said a fanzine first came up with it "as an affectionate slap around the head" but said, "it just stuck and turned into an amazing legacy. I've never had a problem with it."
The phrase was also the title of 2004 comedy film about DJ Frankie Wilde, played by Paul Kaye, who is big on the Ibiza club scene and realises he is becoming deaf.
According to the BBC, Pete added: "The movie obviously was great fun - why run away from something that's so catchy so I use it as my brand really when I do parties around the world."
Pete began his career at a Kent radio station and was given his own dance on Radio 1 in 1991, the Essential Selection, which has seen him become one of the world's most in-demand DJs.
DJ Pete Tong handed MBE by Prince William
DJ Pete Tong was awarded an MBE for his services to music and broadcasting yesterday (04.03.14).
The Radio 1 star, who has also launched a record label and mobile disco, was handed the award by Britain's Prince William at Buckingham Palace after being named on the New Years Honours List.
The 53-year-old DJ and producer said: 'I've been standing here for a few hours waiting to do this and still have to pinch myself - I've spent my career doing something I love, playing records.
"There are so many worthy people here today, I feel quite humbled by all the servicemen, policemen and the charity workers and people like that. So I count myself lucky to be recognised in this way."
The star, who relocated to Los Angeles from the UK last year, also joked about his name being passed into the English language as rhyming slang for "wrong" with the phrase "it's all gone Pete Tong".
He said a fanzine first came up with it "as an affectionate slap around the head" but said, "it just stuck and turned into an amazing legacy. I've never had a problem with it."
The phrase was also the title of 2004 comedy film about DJ Frankie Wilde, played by Paul Kaye, who is big on the Ibiza club scene and realises he is becoming deaf.
According to the BBC, Pete added: "The movie obviously was great fun - why run away from something that's so catchy so I use it as my brand really when I do parties around the world."
Pete began his career at a Kent radio station and was given his own dance on Radio 1 in 1991, the Essential Selection, which has seen him become one of the world's most in-demand DJs.
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Britain's Prince Harry and girlfriend Cressida Bonas had dinner at The Ivy in London on Monday night (03.03.14).
The royal couple dined with Cressida's brother-in-law Sam Branson, who married her half sister Isabella Calthorpe last year, and the pair didn't mind Sam joining their cosy date night.
Harry, 29, wore a baseball cap for the low-key evening out, along with a navy fleece and jeans, while Cressida, 25, chose a black outfit and wore her blonde hair in waves.
The couple made sure they weren't photographed next to each other walking into the venue and Harry went on ahead of Cressida but kept a close eye on her.
According to E! News, the group looked "happy and relaxed" during the meal and were "casual and friendly", chatting to each other throughout the night.
Meanwhile, the prince has reportedly given his girlfriend her own security pass for his Kensington Palace apartment.
The loved-up royal and the blonde beauty are said to be spending more time together and Cressida now has full access to the exclusive London complex, where the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge also live.
A source said: "Now she is a more regular fixture in Harry's life, security for her has been relaxed somewhat."
Harry and Cressida dined at The Ivy in London
Britain's Prince Harry and girlfriend Cressida Bonas had dinner at The Ivy in London on Monday night (03.03.14).
The royal couple dined with Cressida's brother-in-law Sam Branson, who married her half sister Isabella Calthorpe last year, and the pair didn't mind Sam joining their cosy date night.
Harry, 29, wore a baseball cap for the low-key evening out, along with a navy fleece and jeans, while Cressida, 25, chose a black outfit and wore her blonde hair in waves.
The couple made sure they weren't photographed next to each other walking into the venue and Harry went on ahead of Cressida but kept a close eye on her.
According to E! News, the group looked "happy and relaxed" during the meal and were "casual and friendly", chatting to each other throughout the night.
Meanwhile, the prince has reportedly given his girlfriend her own security pass for his Kensington Palace apartment.
The loved-up royal and the blonde beauty are said to be spending more time together and Cressida now has full access to the exclusive London complex, where the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge also live.
A source said: "Now she is a more regular fixture in Harry's life, security for her has been relaxed somewhat."
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Britain's Prince William and Duchess Catherine have reportedly found a new nanny for young Prince George.
The couple are thought to have recruited a new child-minder to look after their tot after their current nanny Jessie Webb, 71, who previously looked after William when he was a child, gave notice last month.
According to US website The Daily Beast, the new nanny is a young English woman in her twenties who is well connected within royal society and "established" with the family at Kensington Palace.
Seven-month-old George will accompany William, 31, and Catherine, 32, during their 19-day royal visit to Australia and New Zealand next month.
Royal press secretary Miguel Head appeared to confirm the recruitment of a new nanny in an itinerary for the trip, which was released to media recently.
The release reads: "The party is similar in size to recent overseas visits undertaken by Their Royal Highnesses. It consists of me and the Duchess's Private Secretary, Rebecca Deacon, three press officers, a Tour Secretary, a Personal Assistant, a Hairdresser and an Orderly to help manage the logistics. Sir David Manning will also accompany Their Royal Highnesses throughout. A new addition to the party is, of course, Prince George's nanny."
William, Catherine and George will visit Australia and New Zealand between April 7 and April 25.
Among the activities the royal couple will enjoy include a game of cricket and yacht racing.
New nanny hired for Prince George
Britain's Prince William and Duchess Catherine have reportedly found a new nanny for young Prince George.
The couple are thought to have recruited a new child-minder to look after their tot after their current nanny Jessie Webb, 71, who previously looked after William when he was a child, gave notice last month.
According to US website The Daily Beast, the new nanny is a young English woman in her twenties who is well connected within royal society and "established" with the family at Kensington Palace.
Seven-month-old George will accompany William, 31, and Catherine, 32, during their 19-day royal visit to Australia and New Zealand next month.
Royal press secretary Miguel Head appeared to confirm the recruitment of a new nanny in an itinerary for the trip, which was released to media recently.
The release reads: "The party is similar in size to recent overseas visits undertaken by Their Royal Highnesses. It consists of me and the Duchess's Private Secretary, Rebecca Deacon, three press officers, a Tour Secretary, a Personal Assistant, a Hairdresser and an Orderly to help manage the logistics. Sir David Manning will also accompany Their Royal Highnesses throughout. A new addition to the party is, of course, Prince George's nanny."
William, Catherine and George will visit Australia and New Zealand between April 7 and April 25.
Among the activities the royal couple will enjoy include a game of cricket and yacht racing.
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Britain's Prince Harry represented Queen Elizabeth at a memorial service for Nelson Mandela yesterday (03.03.14).
The flame-haired royal was chosen to stand in for his grandmother at London's Westminster Abbey where the service honoured the former South African President, who passed away aged 95 in December.
Harry, 29, joined about 2,000 people, who paid their respects to the iconic leader, including Prime Minister David Cameron, former Prime Ministers Gordon Brown and John Major, actress Joanna Lumley and actor Idris Elba, who played Mandela in the biopic 'Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom'.
The special National Service of Thanksgiving was broadcast by the BBC and also included a speech by South African social rights activist and retired Anglican bishop, Desmond Tutu.
Prince William and Duchess Catherine were attending the royal premiere of Mandela's biopic at the time they learned of his death.
William said: "It's obviously extremely sad and tragic news. We were just reminded of what an extraordinary and inspiring man Nelson Mandela was, and my thoughts and prayers are with him and his family."
Prince Charles also released a statement after Mandela's death, saying he had a "real zest for life".
He said: "With his passing, there will be an immense void not only in his family's lives, but also in those of all South Africans."
Prince Harry represents Queen at Mandela memorial
Britain's Prince Harry represented Queen Elizabeth at a memorial service for Nelson Mandela yesterday (03.03.14).
The flame-haired royal was chosen to stand in for his grandmother at London's Westminster Abbey where the service honoured the former South African President, who passed away aged 95 in December.
Harry, 29, joined about 2,000 people, who paid their respects to the iconic leader, including Prime Minister David Cameron, former Prime Ministers Gordon Brown and John Major, actress Joanna Lumley and actor Idris Elba, who played Mandela in the biopic 'Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom'.
The special National Service of Thanksgiving was broadcast by the BBC and also included a speech by South African social rights activist and retired Anglican bishop, Desmond Tutu.
Prince William and Duchess Catherine were attending the royal premiere of Mandela's biopic at the time they learned of his death.
William said: "It's obviously extremely sad and tragic news. We were just reminded of what an extraordinary and inspiring man Nelson Mandela was, and my thoughts and prayers are with him and his family."
Prince Charles also released a statement after Mandela's death, saying he had a "real zest for life".
He said: "With his passing, there will be an immense void not only in his family's lives, but also in those of all South Africans."
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Britain's Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will not meet New Zealand's Maori King because he wanted to see them for longer than the allocated time.
Prince William, Duchess Catherine and their seven-month-old son Prince George will arrive in the country on April 7 as part of a 19-day visit to New Zealand and Australia.
They will visit Wellington, Blenheim and Auckland, among other places, and were set to meet with King Tuheitia at his headquarters, the Turangawaewae marae, but he decided the 90-minute slot would not be long enough.
Prime Minister John Key says there are demands on the royals' time and it was "disappointing" that the offer had been rejected for the king to meet them at the headquarters.
He said: "I think it's a shame he's not going, but that was a decision made solely by King Tuheita's people.
"They were offered a 90-minute slot - that was longer than pretty much any other engagement they have. King Tuheita's people decided it wasn't long enough and on that basis, they rejected him actually attending."
Mr Key said the King's staff told officials at Kensington Palace "if you can't make it longer than 90 minutes, then don't come."
He added: "It's a matter for them to decide their own thing, but in the end [Prince William] has a fairly tight timetable. I would have thought [90 minutes] was quite generous."
King rejects offer to meet William and Catherine
Britain's Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will not meet New Zealand's Maori King because he wanted to see them for longer than the allocated time.
Prince William, Duchess Catherine and their seven-month-old son Prince George will arrive in the country on April 7 as part of a 19-day visit to New Zealand and Australia.
They will visit Wellington, Blenheim and Auckland, among other places, and were set to meet with King Tuheitia at his headquarters, the Turangawaewae marae, but he decided the 90-minute slot would not be long enough.
Prime Minister John Key says there are demands on the royals' time and it was "disappointing" that the offer had been rejected for the king to meet them at the headquarters.
He said: "I think it's a shame he's not going, but that was a decision made solely by King Tuheita's people.
"They were offered a 90-minute slot - that was longer than pretty much any other engagement they have. King Tuheita's people decided it wasn't long enough and on that basis, they rejected him actually attending."
Mr Key said the King's staff told officials at Kensington Palace "if you can't make it longer than 90 minutes, then don't come."
He added: "It's a matter for them to decide their own thing, but in the end [Prince William] has a fairly tight timetable. I would have thought [90 minutes] was quite generous."
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