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King Charles chats to Penny Lancaster about Rod’s latest tour and sends sweet message to new dad Ant McPartlin as he hosts star-studded reception at Buckingham Palace
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His Majesty was typically stylish in an impeccably tailored grey suit with a navy spotted tie and a pocket square.
It’s been a busy week for the King, who has been delighted to return to work after getting the go ahead from doctors last month. Following the reception, His co-star and friend Dec Donnelly told the sovereign: ‘He’s not here today and sends his apologies, he’s got a week old baby, he’s breastfeeding, or helping with.
Chuckling Charles replied: ‘Please give him my regards. Fantastic. Because you are amazing.’
Ant and partner Anne-Marie Corbett have announced the birth of their baby son, Wilder.