Kate middleton and prince William Return to Buckingham Palace

Six weeks after gracing the world with a Royal kiss, Kate and William returned to Buckingham Palace on Saturday to celebrate the Trooping of the Colour.

All eyes were on the newlyweds, but Saturday’s appearance was all about the Queen, who is annually honoured by the event which recognizes the monarch’s official birthday. The event marked the 85th birthday of the Queen, who has reigned since 1952.

Kate’s style was in full force, wearing a double-breasted cream jacket and black hat, as she travelled through the streets of London with other members of the Royal family. William, was not at her side during the ride, however, as he was participating as an honorary colonel on horseback.

Kate sat next to her step mother-in-law, Camilla and giggled while chatting on the short journey with Prince Harry and Prince Andrew.

Prince William & Kate's Last Name: Mountbatten-Windsor

Prince William & Kate's Last Name: Mountbatten-Windsor

Now that Prince William and Kate Middleton are married, some are wondering their last name.


Like other descendants of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, William's surname is Mountbatten-Windsor, and it will be Kate's too by marriage.


As explained by the official British royal website, the Queen's descendants carry the name Mountbatten, as well as the royal surname Windsor, to reflect her husband Prince Philip's surname.


The royal website explains further that the surnames are not always used, only when they are formally needed, such as the case of marriage.


While Prince William will be recorded as a Mountbatten-Windsor in the marriage registry today, he may choose a new name at a later point, specifically if and when he becomes king. As explained here, "Since a royal proclamation is not binding on succeeding rulers, King William could decide to add a name or two."


Prince William and Kate, who will go by the name of Catherine, also inherited the titles Duke and Duchess of Cambridge upon their marriage today.
source: special

Unseen photos of Princess Diana and baby Prince William revealed

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