Clarence House Announce The Engagement Of Prince William To Kate Middleton.
Queen Elizabeth II smiles as she is congratulated on the news of Prince Williams engagement to Kate Middleton during a reception for Leaders of the Overseas Territories at Windsor Castle on November 16, 2010 in London, England.
The UK’s Prince William and Kate Middleton officially announced their engagement today, dashing the hopes of many 20-something would-be princesses around the world. Royal wedding to occur in the spring or summer of 2011, official statement says.Kate Middleton today spoke of the "daunting prospect" of joining the royal family as she and Prince William announced they would get married next year.
Wearing the blue sapphire and diamond engagement ring that the prince's father gave to Princess Diana in 1981, Middleton said "hopefully, I will take it in my stride", while adding that her future husband was "a great teacher".
Prince William said the ring "was very special to me" as was his bride-to-be. Giving it to her was "my way of making sure my mother didn't miss out on today" and the excitement that the couple were going spend their lives together.
The long-expected news that the second in line to the throne was to marry his long-term girlfriend was announced by Clarence House earlier in the day .
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