Queen Camilla and King Charles Attend White House State Dinner, Highlighting U.S.-U.K. Relations

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:21:00 +0200

Queen Camilla and King Charles III visited the White House for a state dinner hosted by President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump on April 28, 2026. Marking the United States’ 250th anniversary of independence, the event emphasized historical and diplomatic ties between the U.S. and the U.K. Queen Camilla chose not to wear a tiara, instead wearing a deep fuchsia gown with a historic amethyst and diamond necklace, while First Lady Melania Trump wore a pale pink strapless gown. The dinner included carefully curated dishes, such as Dover sole meunière and a beehive-shaped chocolate dessert, complemented by American wines. King Charles added humor to the evening, sharing jokes during his toast and presenting President Trump with a historic naval bell from the HMS Trump as a symbol of friendship and shared history. The royal visit also included speeches to Congress, visits to New York City for 9/11 commemorations, and public events in Virginia. Royal commentators highlighted Charl