King Charles III has moved fans to tears with his choice for this year’s Christmas message. The 76-year-old monarch recorded his message in a former hospital chapel, which has a special meaning for him, especially as he faces his own health challenges. His decision is seen as a message of strength for others battling illness.
Fans praised the King for his touching gesture, with one commenting on how much it will mean to those at the Royal Trinity Hospice during the holiday season. Another fan pointed out the tribute to his grandfather, George VI, who helped lay the foundation of the chapel in 1928.
King Charles chose the Fitzrovia Chapel, an ornate building in central London, for his pre-recorded Christmas Day broadcast. This location has historical significance, and the King’s decision marks a shift from previous years when the monarch’s Christmas speeches were filmed at royal residences. The tradition of Christmas broadcasts dates back to 1932, when George V made the first radio message.
