The expansion of King Charles III's charity to New York City was celebrated Thursday at a star-studded gala where 'American Idol' judge Lionel Richie gave the British royal some advice.
King Charles III got some advice from Lionel Richie after missing out on Thursday's star-studded gala for the New York City expansion of The King's Trust. While His Majesty returned to public duties Tuesday, he could not be there for the debut of the charity's new name. Originally titled The Prince's Trust, the foundation changed names to match Charles' new title. 'I told him, ‘Stand still. Just recover,’' Richie shared with the attendees.
think it’s important that we show up for the kids who want to strive, who want to have something that they can live for,' Rodriguez told The Associated Press. 'We want to make make sure that they know they can do it.' The King's Trust has already begun working in three American cities – New York, Chicago and Detroit.
King Charles announced his cancer diagnosis in February. 'During The King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted,' Buckingham Palace said in a statement. 'Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer.' Charles' specific cancer diagnosis is currently unknown.
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