Overview

• At Buckingham Palace’s King’s Trust awards, Charles compared Declan Donnelly’s toddler to his own grandchildren in a lighthearted moment that showcased his familial insight
• Declan Donnelly praised the monarch’s “twinkle in his eye,” excellent sense of humor and genuine interest in people during their conversation
• Founded by Charles in 1976, the King’s Trust marked nearly five decades of youth empowerment with Ant McPartlin joining Donnelly as a goodwill ambassador
• Since his cancer diagnosis last year, the King has publicly offered empathy and dietary advice to fellow patients, reflecting his personal engagement on health matters
• Recent reports suggest future funeral plans could involve Prince Harry walking alongside Prince William in a move interpreted as an effort toward family unity