During their state visit to the UK, French First Lady Brigitte Macron had a heartwarming moment with Princess Catherine. A lip reader reveals her touching words. Discover more details about the royal encounter.
Brigitte Macron’s Touching Words to Princess Catherine at the Royal Banquet
During the state visit of French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron to the UK, an unexpected moment between Brigitte and Princess Catherine captured attention. While most focus was on the grand diplomatic gestures, a lip reader has decoded a heartfelt exchange between the two women.
French First Lady Brigitte Macron, French President Emmanual Macron, Princess Catherine, and Prince William after the French couple landed in the UK for their three-day state visit in England on July 8, 2025. | Source: Getty ImagesThe Prince of Wales and Emmanuel Macron shaking hands as Brigitte Macron and other people surround them, posted on July 8, 2025. | Source: YouTube/CNBC-TV18The Princess of Wales shaking hands with Brigitte Macron as the French First Lady exchanges words with her. | Source: YouTube/CNBC-TV18
On July 8, 2025, the Macrons arrived in the UK for a three-day state visit, marking an important occasion in the wake of Brexit. Upon arrival, they were greeted warmly by the Prince and Princess of Wales at RAF Northolt. The royal couple exchanged pleasantries, including a charming gesture from President Macron toward Princess Catherine — a kiss on the hand that received a friendly smile.
Catherine visiting The Royal Marsden Hospital in London, England on January 14, 2025. | Source: Getty ImagesKing Charles III and Queen Camilla welcoming Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron at Datchet Road in Windsor, England on July 8, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
But it was Brigitte’s interaction with Princess Catherine that caught the eye of lip reader Jeremy Freeman. According to Freeman, Brigitte said, “Oh, so good to see you, you look great.” This simple yet meaningful exchange took on extra significance considering Princess Catherine’s health journey.
Queen Camilla, King Charles III, Emmanuel Macron, and Brigitte Macron posing for a photo at the state banquet hosted for the French couple’s visit in Windsor, England on July 8, 2025. | Source: Getty ImagesEmmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer during their meeting in London, England on July 9, 2025. | Source: Getty ImagesPresident Emmanuel Macron makes a toast with Britain’s Catherine, Princess of Wales, during the state banquet at Windsor Castle, west of London, on July 8, 2025. The French president winks at the princess, sparking speculations and diverse interpretations online.
A Special Compliment After a Tough Year for Catherine
Princess Catherine, 43, had faced significant health challenges in 2024 when she was diagnosed with cancer. Her openness about the diagnosis and her journey to recovery struck a chord with many. In January 2025, Catherine shared that she was in remission, marking a triumphant return to health.
France’s President Emmanuel Macron is caught on camera as he winks during a toast with Britain’s Princess Catherine of Wales at the event.President Emmanuel Macron makes conversation with Princess Catherine during the state banquet held during his three-day visit to England. The president is all smiles as he interacts with the princess.President Emmanuel Macron is photographed clinking his glass with Princess Catherine’s during the banquet dinner attended by several royalties and dignitaries.
Brigitte’s compliment was a subtle acknowledgment of the princess’s strength and grace throughout a difficult year. As Catherine navigated both her personal health struggles and public life, Brigitte’s words of encouragement resonated beyond simple pleasantries.
Emmanuel Macron clinks wine glasses with King Charles III in Windsor Castle, west London. The French president gives off that French charm.Emmanuel Macron applauds after Charles III delivered an impactful speech during the state banquet on the first day of Emmanuel’s visit.A view of the majestic hallway of the banquet hall in Windsor Castle. The royal staff prepares the space for the banquet that housed several dignitaries, royalties, and international diplomacies, including Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron.
The Banquet that Sparked Online Debate
The state banquet at Windsor Castle, hosted in honor of the Macrons, was the highlight of the evening. As President Macron and Princess Catherine shared a toast, an unexpected moment between them became a talking point on social media. Cameras captured Macron winking at the princess, leading to mixed reactions online.
Emmanuel Macron and Charles III appear to be in a conversation as they hold their drinks. Catherine is also seen looking ahead with a smile on her face.Emmanuel Macron gives a speech at the lavish event prepared for him and his wife Brigitte Macron during their visit to the United Kingdom.Dignitaries, royalties, and international diplomacies are seated at a long dinner table as Charles III delivers a speech during the stately event.
Some found the wink endearing, attributing it to “French charm,” while others saw it as inappropriate, with some users commenting on its potential to create marital tension. The debate over the wink showcased the cultural divide, with some defending the gesture as playful and others criticizing it as unprofessional.
Emmanuel Macron looks at Charles III, as the king delivers his speech during the banquet held in west London in honor of the French president.Prince William and Catherine attend the banquet while dressed in royal attire that exudes charm and elegance. The couple appear to be in a world of their own and oblivious to the cameras around as they converse with each other.Charles III and Emmanuel Macron walk the halls of the castle to the banquet. The pair are engaged in conversation. Queen Camilla, Brigitte Macron and other dignitaries follow behind the two men.
While the personal exchanges between the Macrons and the royal family took center stage, the state visit carried significant diplomatic weight. President Macron met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to discuss pressing issues such as migration, defense, and economic relations, marking the visit as a critical moment in post-Brexit UK-EU relations.
William and his wife Catherine are all smiles as they make their way to the significant event held in honor of the Macrons.The Princess of Wales smiles widely in a close-up photo of her at the state banquet. She dons a royal outfit that gives her a graceful look.
The royal banquet was attended by 160 guests, and King Charles III delivered a speech emphasizing the historical partnership between the UK and France. The evening was a reminder of the strong ties between the two nations, even as small moments of personal interaction captured global attention.
