Aside from video footage showing Queen Camilla appearing to walk ahead of her husband during Trooping the Colour, a lip reader has deciphered what the king may have said to her during the event.
On June 14, 2025, the Royal Family, including King Charles III, Queen Camilla, Prince Harry, Princess Catherine, and their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, celebrated Trooping the Colour. Although they all looked smart in their formal ensembles, it was something Queen Camilla did that caught attention online.
Dressed in coordinated, regal splendor, the royals made a striking appearance as they stood shoulder to shoulder on the Buckingham Palace balcony. King Charles III, resplendent in his scarlet military regalia adorned with gold braiding, epaulettes, and ceremonial medals, stood out as a proud and commanding figure befitting the occasion.
Beside him, Queen Camilla contrasted his vibrance with a stately elegance — her crisp white coatdress paired with a wide-brimmed hat exuded a soft, dignified poise that aligned with her role as consort.
Adding a youthful energy to the tableau were the Prince and Princess of Wales and their children. Prince William’s ensemble matched his dad’s, while Princess Catherine captivated onlookers in a tailored teal ensemble complemented by a matching floral fascinator that added a graceful architectural flair to her look.
She stood close to her daughter, Princess Charlotte, who wore a mint green, puff-sleeved dress slightly cinched at the waist with a white sash. Prince George and Prince Louis both sported navy suits with bright red ties.
In addition to photos of the family at the ceremonial gathering, a video clip surfaced on social media platforms that quickly caught the attention of royal watchers. In the footage, Queen Camilla is seen emerging first onto the balcony, appearing to walk just ahead of King Charles III.
The monarch follows closely behind her, still very much at her side, yet the positioning — even if only momentary — sparked widespread chatter.
Moments later, the remainder of the royal family filed out in a graceful procession, aligning themselves in a neat row to witness the festivities from above. As the king stepped forward, he greeted the cheering crowd below with a warm wave.
He then seemed to speak softly to his wife, who responded by shifting her position slightly to his side. From there, the royals turned their gaze skyward, watching the traditional military flypast — a highlight of the Trooping the Colour pageantry.
Throughout the event, the family members exchanged light conversation and subtle glances, their interactions underscoring a sense of togetherness amid the grandeur of the occasion.
As the video continued to circulate across social media, it didn’t take long for the online commentary to begin, with viewers quick to weigh in on the queen’s placement and presence. A number of critics took issue with the moment she appeared to step ahead of the king.
One netizen remarked, “Wow Camilla has no clue King Charles had to tell her to take 2 steps to the right she was trying to take the center stage of the balcony [sic].” Another penned, “Did she walk in front of him again! [sic] No manners that one.”
A third asked, “Why does Camilla stand in front of Charles? He almost pushes her over a bit,” while someone else added, “Camilla came out onto the balcony before King Charles. Just who does she think she is?”
Someone else observed that Queen Camilla “always looks so fidgety and awkward.” A fellow spectator took a more speculative turn, stating, “Charles told her to move over.”
In addition to the discussion about her positioning, several commenters offered fashion critiques. Netizens expressed disapproval of her wardrobe, with one suggesting she “needs a new dresser” as they are “tired of the bag dresses.”
The choice of a white ensemble also raised eyebrows, with an observer opining that Queen Camilla “wearing white feels weird.”
Together, the chorus of commentary reflected a mixture of disapproval, speculation, and sartorial scrutiny — a reminder of how closely the royal family’s public moments are dissected in the age of social media.
While many online fixated on Queen Camilla’s positioning and attire, another layer of intrigue emerged during the special event, one not marked by posture, but by words.
A keen-eyed lip reader, Jeremy Freeman, turned his attention to a different moment from the day’s festivities, where King Charles III appeared to be engaged in an animated exchange with his wife during the Trooping the Colour procession.
The monarch, surrounded by the pomp and grandeur of his official birthday celebration, captured on camera, was seen in deep conversation as his carriage made its way down The Mall toward Horse Guards Parade.
With the military spectacle unfolding around them — a dazzling display of over a thousand British Army personnel, regimental flags, and mounted officers — the king’s unusually expressive demeanor stood out. According to Jeremy’s interpretation, King Charles III allegedly began his remarks with, “Absolutely crazy, disgrace, absolutely extraordinary.”
Though the full context of his commentary remains uncertain, the lip reader suggested the king went on to say, “on my way out,” followed by the cryptic, “Meanwhile, not like me. That’s the difference between me and him.”
While the subject of these remarks has not been confirmed, their timing raised eyebrows. Speculation quickly tied the cryptic words to ongoing tensions within the royal family, particularly between King Charles III and his brother, Prince Andrew.
Reports have circulated suggesting a rift over the future of Royal Lodge, with the king allegedly launching an inquiry into his brother’s financial dealings to forestall any decisions driven by monetary strain. Amid the spectacle, there was also space for solemnity.
This year’s Trooping the Colour included a minute of silence, observed in memory of the victims of the Air India disaster that claimed 241 lives.
As the royals stood united in tribute — donning black armbands in a visible gesture of mourning — the ceremony unfolded with its usual grandeur, underscoring both tradition and tenderness.
