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On November 19, Prince William and the Princess of Wales, previously known as Kate Middleton, attended the Royal Variety Performance in London, making a stylish appearance.
During their elegant double date with Sweden’s Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel, Kate chose a stunning dark green velvet bodycon gown by Talbot Runhof. The dress featured an off-the-shoulder neckline, and she complemented the look with striking diamond chandelier earrings that carry a price tag sure to astonish.
In addition to her stylish ensemble, there’s more to discuss, including insights from a body language expert who observed Kate’s interaction with singer Jessie J. Jessie, like Kate, has recently faced a battle with cancer, adding a layer of empathy to their meeting.
Kate stunned in earrings that cost an eye-popping amount
Kate’s earrings were a standout accessory, capturing attention with their brilliance. Jewelry and diamond specialists from the U.K. retailer Steven Stone have provided some fascinating details about them.
Maxwell Stone revealed to Showbiz Cheat Sheet, “Created in 1929, these diamond chandelier earrings were a wedding gift to Queen Elizabeth II from her parents in November 1947. Their Art Deco design features a sophisticated array of modern diamond cuts, including half moon, trapeze, princess, baguette, baton, and emerald.
“The late monarch regularly wore the jewels throughout her life — most recently during a visit to Toronto in July 2010 — so it’s touching that Kate has brought them back into the spotlight, having debuted them at Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan’s wedding in June 2023. Our experts estimate the sparkling earrings to be worth $2 million.”
Expert says Kate showed a ‘strong connection’ with Jessie J, who also battled cancer
Darren Stanton is a body language and behavioral expert with a degree in psychology. He previously worked as a police officer and used his expertise to uncover the truth when interviewing hundreds of suspects. He later moved into media and TV as a consultant and received the title of the “Human Lie Detector.”
Stanton analyzed the Princess of Wales’ embrace with Jessie J on the red carpet and their shared connection over battling cancer.
Speaking on behalf of Betfair Casino, Stanton told Showbiz Cheat Sheet, “There is a real heartfelt connection; it is not just a showbiz hug. You can see that Kate has her hands tucked right around Jessie J, and it is reciprocated. They are matching and mirroring each other’s gestures and emotions — a sign of really deep trust between them. If that trust wasn’t there, people subconsciously would not allow that level of closeness.”
The body language guru added, “We have these things called proximal zones, and we keep people in different ones depending on our relationship with them. Even in a hug with someone you aren’t close with, there will be some distance. That was not the case here; they both let each other in. The hug is similar to one you would see from close friends or family. There is clearly an incredibly strong connection between the two of them.
“There is a strong empathy between them. They both have their eyes closed. This is a gesture that signals understanding and a sense that they feel safe in each other’s presence.”
Showbiz Cheat Sheet acknowledges that conditions and cultures can impact body language and is sensitive to all backgrounds.