Dame Anna Wintour, the esteemed editor-in-chief of Vogue, has addressed the swirling rumors about Princess Kate potentially appearing on the cover of the iconic fashion magazine. While receiving a Companion of Honour from King Charles at Buckingham Palace, Wintour was questioned about the claims.
With a smile, she responded: "Yeah, I don't know where those (rumours) have come from, do you?"
The 75-year-old, who has helmed Vogue since 1988, was appointed a Companion of Honour in the 2023 King's Birthday Honours list for her contributions to the fashion industry. This prestigious recognition places her among other luminaries such as Dame Judi Dench, Sir Elton John, David Hockney, and Sir Paul McCartney.
Wintour's denial comes amidst reports that the Princess of Wales had been offered global covers with Vogue. While she didn't elaborate on the origin of the rumors, her response has fueled speculation about the potential collaboration.
Meanwhile, the Princess of Wales was busy promoting her Royal Foundation for Early Childhood initiative at the National Portrait Gallery. She launched the educational Bobeam Tree Trail, which blends her commitment to the arts with her devotion to early childhood development.
The trail is centered around a magical tree adorned with vibrant, colorful leaves that flourish when immersed in stories. Children were encouraged to aid the tree by uncovering the narratives of individuals portrayed in the artworks - delving into facial expressions, listening to audio recordings and utilizing props.
Kate accompanied students and teachers as they investigated how faces can convey emotions and feelings. They were also prompted to reflect on their own lives, emotions and thoughts while crafting a self-portrait, which they could opt to 'feed' to the tree to help it grow robust and tall.