The Princess of Wales will return to host a special Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey which will pay tribute to the late Queen this December.
Kate Middleton, 40, organised Royal Carols: Together At Christmas in 2021, which saw British singer-songwriter Tom Walker and X Factor star Leona Lewis both perform.
The event will return to Westminster on Thursday 15 December and honour the values Queen Elizabeth II demonstrated throughout her life, “including empathy, compassion and support for others”, said ITV, who will broadcast the service on Christmas Eve.
Inspirational guests from across the UK who share and personify those principles have been invited to the attend the service in recognition of their tireless efforts to help and care for those around them.
Hosted by Kate and supported by the Royal Foundation, ITV said the carol service will recognise and celebrate “the selfless efforts” of those across the UK and highlight “the remarkable impact that coming together to support others can have for us all”.
The broadcaster added it will “celebrate and showcase the joy that human connection can bring, forging friendships and strengthening communities, creating legacies of humility and kindness, whilst also providing relief and comfort in times of difficulty or loss.”
Members of the Royal family will be among those attending, alongside guests ranging from those involved in grassroots community projects, charity workers and volunteers, to emergency responders and armed forces personnel, ITV added.
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The audience will also feature those who have worked in key areas of Kate’s work through The Royal Foundation, including those in roles relating to mental health, families and early development.
The service will combine both traditional and modern elements, “reaching people of all faiths and none”, ITV confirmed.
The Westminster Abbey choir will deliver the nations best-loved carols alongside readings and musical performances by a variety of special guests.
The celebratory event has been developed in partnership with Westminster Abbey and BBC Studios Events Productions and will air as part of a special ITV programme on Christmas Eve.
Katie Rawcliffe, ITV Head of Entertainment Commissioning, said: “It is a real honour to be the broadcast partner for the Royal Carols again this year. Viewers are in for a very special festive treat.”
Royal Carols: Together At Christmas will air on Christmas Eve on ITV and ITVX, the channel's new streaming service.
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