Princess of Wales attends Holocaust Memorial Day service

The Princess of Wales made a surprise appearance today, joining her husband, Prince William, at a service held at London’s Guildhall Great Hall to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day and mark the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau.

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The event brought together faith leaders, civic leaders, and survivors of the Holocaust, as well as those who endured more recent genocides, including those in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia, and Darfur.

Picture by Andrew Parsons / Kensington Palace

The royal couple shared an emotional reunion with Holocaust survivors Yvonne Bernstein and Steven Frank, whom Kate photographed in 2020 to commemorate 75 years since the Holocaust's end.

Kensington Palace shared a video showcasing poignant moments from the solemn remembrance ceremony.

A solemn moment of remembrance and hope for the future at today’s Holocaust Memorial Day service. Honoured to take part in this important event to commemorate the lives lost in the Holocaust and other genocides. pic.twitter.com/JNw1M5oZSW

— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) January 27, 2025

KATE'S OUTFIT

OUTERWEAR: ​Catherine Walker long wool coat in black (repeat).

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TOP: Boden Cashmere Crew Neck Sweater in Black (repeat).

PANTS: Roland Mouret 'Axon' Side Zip Wide Leg Pant in Black (repeat).

HANDBAG: Chanel Mini Flap Bag in Black Lambskin (repeat).

​SHOES: ​Russell & Bromley '100Point' Blade Pumps in Black (repeat).

NECKLACE: NEW! Susan Caplan 1980s Vintage 5-Strand Faux Pearl Necklace (£275).

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EARRINGS: ​Bahrain Pearl Drop Earrings (repeat).

​BRACELET: Nigel Milne Three-Strand Pearl Bracelet (repeat).

Picture by Andrew Parsons / Kensington Palace