Queen Camilla has been forced to pull out of tonight’s Royal Variety Performance as health fears concerning her recent chest infection “linger”.

Confirming the Queen’s decision to miss the event, a Buckingham Palace spokesman said: “Following a recent chest infection, The Queen continues to experience some lingering post-viral symptoms, as a result of which doctors have advised that, after a busy week of engagements, Her Majesty should prioritise sufficient rest.


“With great regret, she has therefore withdrawn from attendance at tonight’s Royal Variety Performance. His Majesty will attend as planned.”

A royal source also told GB News: “[She’s] naturally disappointed to miss the evening’s entertainments, and sends her sincere apologies to all those involved, but is a great believer that the show must go on.

“She hopes to be back to full strength and regular public duties very soon.”

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