Kensington Palace issues major update on Prince William amid family holiday

Prince William delighted fans with an exciting announcement about a project close to his heart.

On April 3, the Prince of Wales confirmed that he is bringing the annual Earthshot Prize Awards to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in November.

In a video message, the future King said, "2025 marks the midway point of the Earthshot decade and each year we've witnessed the remarkable power of human ingenuity in addressing our planet's most pressing challenges."

He praised Brazil's beautiful landscapes as the nation is "rich in biodiversity and environmental innovation," where Earthshot participants will bring "new ideas to create healthier and safer ways to live our lives."

Willaim said that it is an "honour to profile the people making our world a better place for us and for our children."

Notably, the video featured William alongside globally recognised faces including council members Cate Blanchett, global ambassador Robert Irwin, David Beckham, Hannah Waddingham, and Heidi Klum, alongside former Brazilian footballers Cafu and Mauro Silva.

It is important to note that Prince William, who launched the Earthshot Prize Awards in 2020, last hosted the event in Cape Town.

The future King's major announcement came amid a family holiday. 

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