Prince and Princess of Wales' Closest Aide Breaks Silence
Scandinavian royals commemorate the invasion of Ukraine, a reminder of the tensions in the region
Jason Knauf, one of Prince William and Catherine’s closest confidants and former staffer, has given an illuminating interview to ‘60 Minutes Australia’. During his conversation, he divulged William’s reaction to the cancer diagnoses of his father and wife, William’s relationship with Prince Harry, how the Waleses are as parents, and how William’s preparing for his future as King.
On this week’s The Crown Report, we watch the video and analyze Jason’s comments and what that means for the future of the royal family.
British Royal News…
Queen Camilla attended the “45th Anniversary of the Asian Women's Resource Centre (AWRC), a charity committed to supporting women and children from black, minority, and ethnic (BME) backgrounds who have been impacted by domestic abuse, forced marriage, honour-based violence, and faith-based abuse.” She officially opened the charity’s new Healing Garden.
King Charles made a visit to Rocester and Burton Upon Trent, which included a visit to Tower Brewery and JCB World Headquarters.
King Charles admits that his skiing days are behind him, after enjoying the sport in his younger years.
It’s been reported that Prime Minister Keir Starmer is going to invite U.S. President Donald Trump to meet with King Charles at Balmoral next year in 2026. Buckingham Palace is currently undergoing renovations so there will be no more State Visits in London for the next couple of years.
Queen Camilla has shared that she has a new puppy! The new addition is named Moley because the dog looks like a mole. It’s another Jack Russell terrier.
Belgian Royal News…
Queen Mathilde met with a group of female entrepreneurs for an event titled “Entrepreneurship with Impact.” The hope is that the meeting can encourage the women to continue to support the Belgian economy.
Queen Mathilde attended the last day of the conference “Towards a more sustainable and resilient food system.” She is the honorary chairwoman and met with several young attendees.
Danish Royal News…
King Frederik met with 79 cadets in the Gala Hall in Christian VIII's Palace at Amalienborg.
Queen Mary has returned from her home country of Australia, as she recently gave out awards at the Ministry of Higher Education and Science's EliteForsk Awards 2025.
King Frederik and Queen Mary attended a service to commemorate the invasion of Ukraine by Russia. They attended a service at Holmen's Church.
Dutch Royal News…
King Willem-Alexander visited the Stichting Kamers met Aandacht, which provides young people with a safety net after they leave their home.
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands traveled to Washington DC as part of her role as a UN Special Advocate for Financial Health. She went to the headquarters of the World Bank, as well as the International Monetary Fund and the International Finance Corporation, and Her Majesty also went to New York City as well.
His Majesty opened Gilde Vakcollege Techniek in Gorinchem, where young people are trained to become technical professionals.
Queen Maxima commemorated the fifth anniversary of COVID by going to the Post-COVID Expertise Center of Erasmus MC in Rotterdam.
Monaco Royal News…
Prince Albert and Princess Charlene held a benefit for the Courchevel Sports Club and the Princess Charlene Foundation.
Norwegian Royal News…
Marius Borg Høiby has changed lawyers amidst his legal troubles, with an official statement reading, “I would like to thank Øyvind Bratlien and his colleagues for the legal assistance I have received over the past six months. They have stood by my side during the most difficult period of my life, and I will always be grateful for that.” His new legal representative will be Ellen Holager Andenæs, who is specialized in cases with the police and courts. Bratlien was a noted lawyer who generally represented those with connections to criminal elements.
Spanish Royal News…
King Felipe made a visit to the Ferrol Military Arsenal. The base is the main logistical support base for warships and Navy facilities.
Queen Letizia attended the 31st Tudela Spanish Film Festival and presented some awards, including one named in her honor.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi made an official visit to Spain, as a precursor for a State Visit by the Spanish royal couple later this year.
Princess Leonor, the Princess of Asturias, made a stopover in Brazil during her time training on the naval ship Juan Sebastián de Elcano.
Their Majesties presided over a meeting of the “Royal Board of the Gallery of the Royal Collections, as a body to support and advise the Board of Directors of the National Heritage to assist in fulfilling its purposes and objectives.”
King Felipe spoke at the at PremiosReiJaume 2024, which focuses on the impact of business and science on the economy.
Swedish Royal News…
King Carl Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden attended a service to commemorate the invasion of Ukraine by Russia.
His Majesty participated in the Birger Jarl 25 military exercise. There are roughly 2,000 people who are undertaking the exercise, a reflection of the increasing concerns and threat that Russia holds in the region.
Princess Leonore of Sweden celebrated her 11th birthday by sharing a picture of her and her horse, which she was gifted by her Duchy as a child.
The future Queen of Sweden also had a birthday, as Princess Estelle turns 13 and officially becomes a teenager.
Upcoming Events…
The Prince and Princess of Wales are expected to undertake an engagement in Wales in the lead up to St. David’s Day.
King Frederik and Queen Mary will host an evening for arts and culture on February 28.
King Frederik and Queen Mary are to begin their State Visit to Finland from March 4-5.
Princess Leonor is expected to dock in New York City on June 5, and it’s thought that her grandmother Queen Sofia of Spain might meet her there.