Kate Middleton Looks Regal During Rare Date Night Appearance in London With Prince William

Prince William and Princess Kate Middleton stunned as they stepped out for a rare date night.

The couple attended the Royal Variety Performance at Royal Albert Hall in London on Wednesday, November 19. Hosted by English comedian Jason Manford, the annual event raises money for the Royal Variety Charity, supporting entertainment industry workers. The charity has shifted its focus to those with mental health struggles.

Kate, 43, stunned in a green velvet gown with her signature curls and long chandelier earrings. She walked alongside her husband, William, 43, in a classic tuxedo. This was the first time the Prince and Princess of Wales have attended the event in two years. (This year’s appearance will be their sixth time at the event in total.)

This year, Jessie J and Icelandic singer Laufey are set to take the stage. The Paddington the Musical and Les Misérables casts will also perform. Following the event, William and Kate are set to chat with members of the Royal Variety Charity along with some of the performers.

It was reported earlier this week that Kate and William were scheduled to attend the event as the guests of honor. Mental health is a cause that is close to both royal family members’ hearts.

During their last appearance at the event, William was spotted laughing at comedian Tom Allen’s set.

In 2014, comedian Jack Whitehall even poked fun at the royal couple during his time on stage. He called out Kate, specifically, recalling the years they attended Marlborough College together. After that year’s show, Whitehall discussed the joke on The Jonathan Ross Show.

“I referred to her as the one that got away,” he said. “I flirted a little, ’cause I said that she was one of my first crushes at school.”

Both Kate and William have been taking part in separate public outings recently.

Their date night comes just after Kate teamed up with the Maternal Mental Health Alliance (MMHA) charity to discuss mental health and its connection to motherhood.

“The Maternal Mental Health Alliance continues to champion the voices of those navigating perinatal mental illness,” Kate wrote in an open letter shared via social media. “At the heart of this exhibition are ten extraordinary women. Their courage to speak openly about their experiences, whether marked by trauma, joy, or resilience, demonstrates the great vulnerability and strength of the human condition.”

She added, “Through their portraits and letters, they remind us that no one should have to navigate the perinatal journey alone. The exhibition is a testament to the MMHA’s core mission; ensuring every family in the U.K. gets the mental health care and support they need, before, during and after pregnancy.”

Kate, who is a patron of the organization, was championing the new exhibition, titled “This Is Also Motherhood,” exploring “the often unseen realities of mental health throughout pregnancy and beyond.”

Kate noted that the exhibition “reminds us that perinatal mental health problems can be overcome.”

She added, “Every parent’s story matters and every voice has the power to help build a society where love, hope, and compassion are at the heart of everything we do.”