George and Amal Clooney attend King's Trust Awards
King Charles III warmly welcomed George and Amal Clooney to Buckingham Palace.
The couple attended a special reception celebrating the 2025 King's Trust Awards. This ceremony honours young people who have overcome significant challenges to make a positive impact in their communities.
The event marked the 10th anniversary of King's Trust International. This is an extension of the charity King Charles founded in 1976 to support disadvantaged youth.
The King was seen smiling and engaging in lively conversation with the Clooneys, who are longstanding supporters of the charity, according to ABC.
Amal Clooney impressed in a black off-the-shoulder cocktail dress, while George Clooney wore a sleek grey suit without a tie.
The reception included a gathering of award winners and celebrity supporters such as Dame Joanna Lumley, Joseph Fiennes, and Declan Donnelly.
Alice from Kenya teaches traditional beading crafts to over 100 young women and received the Amal Clooney Woman's Empowerment Award.
This helped them earn a living. Alice described meeting the Clooneys as 'heaven' and praised them as 'really intelligent people'.
King Charles, who has been described as the 'patron saint of second chances,' cut a cake to celebrate the charity's milestone.
He congratulated the winners on their remarkable achievements. The King's Trust Awards ceremony will take place at the Royal Festival Hall on Thursday, 26 June. This event is not the Clooneys' first encounter with the British royals.
Guests previously attended a 2019 dinner at Buckingham Palace, hosted by Charles when he was Prince of Wales, to support the same charity.
They were also guests at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's 2018 wedding at Windsor Castle. They have maintained close ties with the couple, including vacations and social events.
The King's Trust Awards highlight the power of youth empowerment and community upliftment, themes that resonate strongly across the continent.
Amal Clooney's human rights work and the Clooneys' support of charitable causes underline the global importance of social justice and opportunity.
King Charles said of the winners, 'Your courage and commitment inspire us all.' Amal Clooney added, 'Supporting young people to build confidence and skills is vital for creating lasting change.'
George Clooney remarked, 'It's a privilege to stand alongside these remarkable young leaders and His Majesty in celebrating their achievements.'
The King's Trust continues to be a beacon of hope for young people worldwide, offering pathways to education, enterprise, and community leadership.
The royal reception at Buckingham Palace showcased this commitment with star power and heartfelt celebration.
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