King Charles Has His Eye on David Hockney's Galoshes

His Majesty The King praises artist David Hockney's "galoshes" as he hosts a luncheon for Members of the Order of Merit at Buckingham Palace. Upon seeing the yellow Crocs, the King told Hockney that they were “beautifully chosen”. The Order of Merit is a special mark of honour, recognising individuals of exceptional distinction in the arts, learning, sciences and other areas such as public service. Report by Roshni Patel.

[@jamesmnaylor]

David Hockney rising from his wheel chair, despite the Kings insistence he didn’t have to, was pure respect.

[@patriciaplayford7421]

I loved how the King asked the gentleman in the wheel chair NOT to rise , even adding a please and touching his arm , but the gentleman wanted too , Charles was wonderful in his personal touches with people , charming , a real touch of his mum in his manners , communication skills with one and all , very welcoming

[@Tenorgeiger]

That gentleman is David Hockney OM, CH, RA, the celebrated painter.

[@forcryingoutloud]

I agree. I feel like he is blossoming into himself before our very eyes.

[@veronicacrabtreehill6608]

@@Tenorgeiger Well It would not have known who he was either.

[@neemtreebark]

I agree. That was Mr. Hockney 😁

[@GRMLS5]

@@forcryingoutloud Trouble has been that not even the media would follow Charles around for a long time since he was not very popular, those that were with him interacting with the public, etc have all said how warm and friendly and engaged he was with people. He is only blossoming to us because he is constantly exposed to the media now. I watched the live feeds of the Queen's funeral processions starting in Scotland and was very impressed with the Kings stamina. He has been redeemed in the public eye.

[@sadieadye5917]

What a fabulous group of people! Lovely to see and hear John and Janette Howard. Attenborough, Foster, Benjamin, Hockney.

[@QueenBee-gx4rp]

His Majesty always treats people with such kindness and interest.

[@mireillec3597]

YES.

[@jackieb8265]

CHARLES HAS REALLY COME INTO HIS OWN.....HE IS OUT OF THE SHADOWS....VERY PERSONABLE....LOVE THE FACT HE LOOKS PEOPLE DIRECTLY IN THE EYE WHEN SPEAKING.....AND THE OLDER MAN STANDING UP FOR RESPECT WAS SO TOUCHING

[@jenniy7557]

Still in the shadows doing their demon worshipping. 👿

[@MacKenziePoet]

King Charles received his gift of supreme affability from his mother Queen Elizabeth.

[@vipiccb6896]

@@jenniy7557 more of your unstable BS

[@AtelierFleur]

🎉🎉so happy he’s getting positive comments

[@benny2036]

Stop shouting

[@Etheral101]

Wow David Attenborough is very animated and moving well in spite of his age. Mother Earth must be blessing him with long life.

[@ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13]

Yeah we BRITS call him an English treasure but he's not he's a world treasure..

[@beana666]

Such a super gathering. Charles is a true monarch and I am so very pleased that the country has got behind him and recognised him as such.

[@lucianopavarotti2843]

Amazing group of people. Where else would you get Attenborough, Reese, Hockney, McMillan etc around one lunch table.

[@beatricecallan]

I was thinking it was David Attenborough…..thanks for confirming!!

[@Greylin91]

Penrose is the one who gets me excited. Man is a legitimate wonder, a true genius.

[@Frauenhaus]

I do not find all this natural.

[@Wotsitorlabart]

@@Frauenhaus What a strange comment.

[@dlouise5680]

The King has a good sense of humor. I love seeing him laugh with people!!

[@susancohen8009]

What a great recognition to all who serve so well. Also, KC has large Buddha ears, strong & wise man

[@rikiruru1076]

Enjoys a glass of wine?

[@annettewalter2273]

The King is just that little bit more at ease with people than The Queen was, she was quite shy I think. He is also a little more informal and that is a good thing in this day and age. It will keep our younger ones more engaged I believe.

[@AL-vz7rz]

Wants to be "tampax" tampon king....and live in camillas trousers

[@gordonsmith8899]

@@AL-vz7rz Naturally you have NEVER EVER uttered mild indecencies to a loved one, but then you haven't had your private telephone calls illegally recorded. It's about time you grew up and allowed other men & women the same respect you would want yourself.

[@philippapay4352]

I agree with Charles that Hockney's happily yellow galoshes were well-chosen and accented his attire quite nicely. Cheerful.

[@teresajennings1243]

King Charles has what every monarch needs, the gift of gab. Queen Elizabeth had the same gift. Always able to converse with anyone about anything. It is a marvel to behold.

[@SW2799]

Yes, he does have the same social graces as his mother. But, I really think he is more at ease doing it then she was. I never thought that the late Queen seemed all that comfortable in situations like that. King Charles definitely does.

[@jamesfreeman2258]

He loves social scenarios

[@AL-vz7rz]

Wants to be "tampax" tampon king....and live in camillas trousers

[@magnacz]

He repeats old platitudes and says nothing of substance ever.

[@gordonsmith8899]

@Horn Piper Any evidence of that or are you fantasising again?

[@dazza9326]

Wow, David Attenborough looks very well for his age.

[@Hopefully.2024]

He really does, doesn't he.

[@veronicacrabtreehill6608]

Wonderful caring man.

[@mikewingert-savagelyerudite]

Charles is completely first class.

[@debbiesims138]

I thought it would be rather stuffy but it appears very relaxed and people are enjoying themselves.

[@raymondongus1404]

His 70 apprenticeship is being put to good use.

[@AL-vz7rz]

Wants to be "tampax" tampon king....and live in camillas trousers

[@Tractionengine_556]

@@AL-vz7rz Get someone to give you a nudge your needle's stuck.

[@naseerbeeran2445]

God save the King ❤️god bless royel family ❤️❤️

[@unlokia]

I can only imagine what an honour it would be to meet His Majesty The King AND Sir David Attenborough in the same room at the same time! 😍😃😁😍🎉🎉🎉

[@ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13]

F**k big eared Charlie boy David Attenborough is the one for me and I'd give my left arm to sit down and have a nice chat with him he's so knowledgeable..

[@VenusEvan_1885]

@@ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13 have some respect for the elderly, he is king of the UK and a very Smart and good man, keep your hate inside yourself

[@ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13]

@@VenusEvan_1885 They are a bunch of leeches and the monarchy should be abolished now the Queen has passed away they serve absolutely nothing to BRITAN anymore..

[@VenusEvan_1885]

@@ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13 Charles and Sir David Attenborough are not leeches, sir David Attenborough is a legend and an international treasure, Charles also endeavours to do some good to people and the natural world, climate change etcetera.

[@elainaworsley470]

I think King Charles is lovely he looks them straight in the eye and always sound interested in what people say. He appears very comfortable as King.

[@VenusEvan_1885]

He is very comfortable and normal, he even touches people which is something the queen never did

[@hotwax9376]

Why wouldn't he be? He more training to be the sovereign than literally any of his predecessors, and he learned from the best (i.e. his mother.)

[@elainaworsley470]

@@hotwax9376 Of course he did that go's without saying.

[@acrossthepond4792]

What a lovely, happy gathering. Our King is just wonderful.

[@MacKenziePoet]

We Americans always held Charles in esteem. I can remember the 1980s when we men were imitating his sartorial style by a kind of unspoken rule of fashion. "Charles is wearing checked tweed, Charles is wearing this, or Charles is wearing that..."we used to say. If the then Prince of Wales sported it, then we went out and bought it.

[@evelynedeclercq2907]

I love Humour the King Charles3, good.. 💐💐

[@davidpomeroy7594]

I’ve always admired King Charles and he will be a great King. I’m looking forward to his coronation.

[@AL-vz7rz]

Wants to be "tampax" tampon king....and live in camillas trousers

[@joshua3630]

@@AL-vz7rz that was a good episode

[@AL-vz7rz]

@@joshua3630 indeed...filthy royals...in reality they are twisted like everyone else...party and lollygag around... don't share political opinion....basically puppets....what do they do?.besides smile and wave?

[@Tractionengine_556]

@@AL-vz7rz Grow up and when you've done that go and read the transcript of that phone conversation.

[@Kim-lc3fv]

That is a very impressive group of British grey eminence, if I've ever seen one!

[@veronicacrabtreehill6608]

I would have thought it more white than grey.

[@Kim-lc3fv]

@@veronicacrabtreehill6608 Right, but that isn't how the saying goes, however inaccurate it is.

[@Neptune44u6k6]

I love Humour the King Charles3, good..🙏🇬🇧👑

[@user-eo1mv3yu5x]

oh, what excellent paintings and portraits of great artists hang in this gallery ... some of the most wonderful creations of art geniuses

[@MandyJMaddison]

During WWII, Buckingham Palace was hit by aerial bombing and the Chapel was lost. There is another Royal Chapel close by. So Her Majesty the Queen and the Duke decided that instead of rebuilding the Chapel as it was, it should become the site of an Art Gallery. It is open to the public, and has a changing exhibition of artworks and treasures from the Royal Collection. The current exhibition until Feb 2023 is Japanese Courts and Culture. traces 300 years of diplomatic contact with Japan, through artworks.

[@marshaowen6988]

@@MandyJMaddison wow. Thx for the info.

[@jamesfreeman2258]

What is that the king is wearing around his neck? It's grand seeing king Charles be so lovely to everyone. He's able to put everyone at ease.

[@dgse83]

It is the Order of Merit itself - it's worn around the neck not pinned to the lapel. You'll see all the members are wearing one. The King is the Sovereign of the Order

[@anirudhsathya3116]

God save the king👑

[@MacKenziePoet]

King Charles received his gift of supreme affability from his mother Queen Elizabeth.

[@Philip_Bialk]

I admire His Majesty The King's talented approach. The patrons surely love Your Majesty's art of hospitality.

[@WORLD8NSH5KNIGHT1]

The King really has an ability to put people at ease

[@annettewalter2273]

Wonderful to see our ex Prime Minister John Howard there. Bravo

[@deepakjaiswal900]

love you king Charles...you are so cute

[@albertocastro5734]

God save the King!!!

[@JakeSully4711]

Now, as Charles is King, it's "Your Majesty", no longer "Your Royal Highness" (0:41).

[@chanlokhim214]

He doesn’t care he is proud of being the prince of Wales.

[@JakeSully4711]

@@chanlokhim214 He is not the Prince of Wales, he is the King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland!

[@veronicacrabtreehill6608]

@@chanlokhim214 His son William is the Prince of Wales now, NOT Charles !!

[@hotwax9376]

He probably wishes he was still Prince of Wales if it meant his mother was still alive. In any case, it was probably force of habit on the lady's part, considering he was the longest-serving Prince of Wales in history. And he seemed to be very understanding. If this is what we can expect from Charles for the rest of his reign, then he will be a great king for Britain and all the Commonwealth realms.

[@d3kingg387]

King Charles III 👑

[@ludix747]

Is he really greeted as Your Royal Highness? He responded I m still Prince Charles 🤣

[@Tractionengine_556]

Ludix No it should be Your Majesty, although he didn't seem too bothered about her mistake.

[@BarrySuridge]

I think Charles and Camilla have certainly burst the bubbles of all their detractors over the past weeks. Perfect fit for their new roles. 👍

[@SW2799]

Absolutely Barry. There are still a few detractors, but I think the message to them is get over it and give him a chance.

[@heinrichjansen7276]

Germany loves King Charles

[@srilankancookinginnature]

Love to watch.. 🥰🥰

[@josephlezano7691]

Nice Video of HM King Charles lll and distinguished guests . It is great to see as well broadcaster , biologist and natural historian and author Sir David Attenborough . The Order of Merit was founded by Edward VII on the 23rd of June 1902 . With best wishes . British Gibraltar UK Overseas Territory 🇬🇧

[@AuntBee59]

God Save The King🙏❤️🤴🇬🇧

[@quaver1239]

Am loving these videos. Thank you!!!

[@rogeriofriezaneves2]

GOD SAVE HIS MAJESTY THE KING!

[@dansmodacct]

*his

[@evagolldwing2623]

Absolutely TOP ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and absolutely 💎 diamond my dear King Charles ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@user-sw6zg4wq2m]

Beautiful Majesty KING CHARLES III, magnificent, excellent moment Long live long live congratulations 👏👏👍😘👑🇬🇧❤️🙏🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@neemtreebark]

I thought galoshes were a type of boot and saw nothing referenced to.boots or the word galoshes so this is puzzling to me. Yet I was touched the man in the wheelchair got up to show his respect to King Charles III.💙🙏

[@deborahlearman6009]

The gentleman in the wheelchair was wearing bright yellow crocks. Maybe they’re called galoshes in GB?

[@juliedearborn6646]

They were Croqs not galoshes 😅

[@mjkay8660]

crocs or galoshes..wth?..the king was funny whatever he called them.

[@jillosler9353]

'The man in the wheelchair' was the wonderful David Hockney.

[@dhgemein2]

I suspect that the King is not familiar with Crocs.

[@r.-e.l.5568]

I love King Charles.

[@marshaowen6988]

ME TOO😍

[@sacredstonecards9051]

Hi King Charles, from Paula in America. 🙏✝️🦋

[@user-Angel33]

God save the king 👑👑👑👑

[@Vinnie101a]

Former Australian PM, John Howard and his wife, Jeanette, were present, 1:00.

[@MB-Pets]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@adrianaduckworth2963]

Oh wow it's good to see John Howard and his wife lovely 😍

[@Ann65.]

If I'm not mistaken, the Gentleman in the wheelchair suffers from Parkinson's Disease? Bless Him! King Charles was very helpful and kind. As a real Gentleman should be. I am not a Royalist but know a decent person when I see one. Very nice video. Thank you.

[@zoobee]

Sir David Hockney, the great artist and painter x

[@josephlezano7691]

That's very kind and humble of you to have pointed out the gentleman in the Wheelchair . God bless you .

[@Ann65.]

@@zoobee Thank you for letting me know.

[@lsmith9249]

Tea And Sass - Ann Winnifred Parkes l haven't read anywhere that David Hockney suffers from Parkinson's and he is still a working artist

[@lsmith9249]

@@zoobee l haven't read anywhere that he was awarded a knighthood

[@contessalouannec8064]

Beautiful place. Thank You for sharing.

[@321edhp]

Joy to the world x

[@Thauan..]

Brazil Love King Charles 🇧🇷🇬🇧🇧🇷🇬🇧🇧🇷🇬🇧🇧🇷

[@AL-vz7rz]

Wants to be "tampax" tampon king....and live in camillas trousers

[@beinghuman4583]

👑💖👑

[@Philip_Bialk]

I have a friend in Winnipeg who owns a local restaurant. Not sure how he could support a family selling art, Mr. Grande has become an iconic restaurateur!

[@onetuffmmedia2168]

This is the time to strengthen and compassionate the people. Nice. It may transform the political and social barrier landscape.

[@rajat6736]

Wonderful

[@mariaw.4780]

When His Majesty smiles, the whole room seems to light up.

[@zizhang9747]

Beautiful paintings and beautiful people. 😁 Vivian

[@charlesreesink7850]

X-cellent! from Winnipeg, MB, where I remember his visit in 1997...

[@KnowledgeAddicted]

It's a hard job. But someone has to do it

[@mariaj55]

I just saw a photo of Sir David Attenborough with King Charles when he (KC) was probably about 5 years old. Amazing that he witnessed that boy be a king.

[@Frauenhaus]

It is Your Majesty to be correct. The King is not a royal highness anymore.

[@matthewmarston5149]

Luncheon my favourite time of the year, walking through the streets of London to see the 1st anniversary of Great Britain

[@321edhp]

Yes x

[@apebass2215]

...what?

[@fionabromby4546]

Oh dear shocked to see David Hockney in a wheelchair and shaking. I would guess Parkinsons. I’m devastated the words most celebrated artist and a wonderfully wise and witty man. Love him respect

[@mjkay8660]

great sense of humor. seems it was well hidden before. i luvd the remark when he did a vynle spin..lol..

[@js725535]

Hope Professor Penrose and the King discussed the nature of reality

[@paulalietke888]

Indeed yellow Incorporating with Attire . Excellent taste.

[@neosangperisaibumi]

King Charles easily communicated and mingled with anyone, he had a great sense of humor, besides his duties as head of state, he still liked to make jokes.

[@michaelmartinis6207]

Good Evening. Peace Be With You

[@marc21091]

Interesting that the two Canadian members of the Order of Merit are are former PM Jean Chrétien and Margaret Macmillan the historian. Are there any Australian OMs? Robert Hughes might have been chosen, but sadly died in 2012 aged 74.

[@lsmith9249]

John Howard

[@marc21091]

@@lsmith9249 Yes, of course. John Howard isn't so recognisable without his glasses and now that he is 83. He can be seen in the short film between 0:38 and 1:18 (his back to the camera) and then at the far right (seated) in the official photograph of the members of the Order with the King at 3:10. He was made OM in 2012. Jean Chrétien joined the Order in 2009. The Order of Merit includes two leading former Commonwealth Prime Ministers, both of whom served long terms, one right-of-centre, one on the left (if one can call Chrétien's Liberal governments as on the left). The last former British Prime Minister to be appointed to the Order was Margaret Thatcher, who died in 2013.

[@veronicacrabtreehill6608]

It happens to us all one day but wasn't John Howard there ?

[@marc21091]

@@veronicacrabtreehill6608 Yes - see my detailed addition about where in the film John and Janette Howard can be seen !

[@lsmith9249]

@@veronicacrabtreehill6608 not always, Philip was 99 and was still walking without an aid my sisters mother in law was in her 90s and still fit and active

[@Hamzakhan-dt3gv]

Nice video

[@lean_sumek]

Beautiful time😊😊😊

[@chfduinogiop2870]

Happy to see Attenborough❤

[@rosaangelicagonzalezalba2942]

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[@ghurter]

The lady in pink at around 0:47 second mark called the king royal higness. Oops!. We are all still adjusting. Nice to see sir David looking so well. There were 2 people on this entire planet that I respected and admired so so very much: Her Majesty the Queen and Sir David. I hope his good health continues.

[@a-jheney102]

We are a Fortunate Commonwealth . Our new Monarch exhudes such a comforting warmth as he unselfconsciously takeson his Position as. To he one individual who holds us together in a way that allows us to make our own decisions under a traditional umbrella .

[@zacthayer2224]

Happy Thanksgiving

[@lonc1000]

Jedyny kraj z tradycjami. Reszta Europy udaje że nic przedtem nic nie było. Szacunek dla Monarchii brytyjskiej.

[@MohammedAli-pg1zc]

Great.

[@williamzettler3073]

Bro is literally wearing crocs

[@jaym6501]

Long Live the King.

[@JoeL-kn9tc]

I haven't had so much fun since I went hunting with The Duke of Piccadilly.

[@marywinters6920]

Yup, I think King Charles won many hearts with "Beautifully chosen 'golashes'" (yellow crocs)

[@user-cq7eg5qt2o]

👍👋👋👋👍

[@AnaAna-is2np]

💙

[@user-cc6lc6lb3p]

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[@fredjones234]

God save the king 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@xprs1257]

Fabulous 😊

[@321edhp]

Your looking fit n well ahhh sir David Attenborough there is a god

[@magnacz]

David Attenborough was an old friend of Prince Phillip and Queen Elisabeth. Now he has to pay homage to the new sovereign. Sad gathering of very old people of the establishment.

[@gordonsmith8899]

Sir David does NOT have to pay homage to the king, they have been friends for decades.

[@DaftSwank]

Is that the hall where Princess Diana roller skated while listening to Duran Duran on her Walkman?

[@garymclaughin]

Very nice

[@viviancheng8436]

👍

[@peterhoward2004]

Woman in pink jacket calls King…Your Royal Highness….He’s Your Majesty now

[@veronicacrabtreehill6608]

The lady in the pink coat got it wrong when she said "Your Highness". Oops !

[@pascalelambert289]

A good little glass of wine and Charles is fine.

[@321edhp]

Ohhh I am in awe of your support and kindness I have met a half colnal at Colchester Jesse parker was a grenadier guard as well you know ... Would you like my free reclaimed Xmas tree