Kate Middleton shows affection to Princess Anne with touching gesture

Princess Anne receives touching Kiss from Kate Midleton at Commonwealth Day Service

Kate Middleton shows affection to Princess Anne with touching gesture
Kate Middleton shows affection to Princess Anne with touching gesture

A heartwarming moment of affection between Kate Middleton and Princess Anne has caught the hearts of Royal Fans.

During the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey on Monday, the Princess of Wales shared a touching kiss with the Princess Royal.

The sweet exchange took place as the royal family gathered for the annual event, when Kate warmly greeted both Princess Anne and the Duke of Gloucester with a kiss.

She was later seen offering a graceful curtsy to her father-in-law, King Charles, the head of the Commonwealth of Nations, before sharing a warm kiss on the cheek with Queen Camilla.

Related: Princess Anne celebrates special milestone after key appearance with King Charles

Kate and Princess Anne, the two of the most senior working royals, are rarely photographed together outside of major family events, such as Christmas at Sandringham or Trooping the Colour.

For the prestigious event, Princess Kate donned a bold red coat dress by Catherine Walker & Co, which she paired with a matching Gina Foster hat and heels.

Kate Midleton's Commonwealth Day service appearance marks her first in two years as she was forced to miss out 2024’s event due to her cancer battle.

Related: Princess Anne eats 'overly ripe bananas' in breakfast for one particular reason

Queen Margrethe returns to royal duties to support King Frederik, Queen Mary
Queen Margrethe returns to royal duties to support King Frederik, Queen Mary
Queen Margrethe steps in for King Frederik as he enjoys holiday with Queen Mary and their four kids
Prince William, Kate Middleton's Scottish visit inspired Edward, Sophie
Prince William, Kate Middleton's Scottish visit inspired Edward, Sophie
Kate Middleton and Prince William explored Mother Nature during their two-days royal tour to Scotland in April
Prince William highlights farming challenges during Duchy of Cornwall tour
Prince William highlights farming challenges during Duchy of Cornwall tour
The Prince of Wales became Duke of Cornwall after King Charles' accession to the throne in September 2022
Princess Eugenie gushes over son Ernest on his second birthday: ‘My golden boy’
Princess Eugenie gushes over son Ernest on his second birthday: ‘My golden boy’
Princess Eugenie is a doting mother to sons, August and Ernest, whom she shares with husband Jack Brooksbank
Princess Eugenie celebrates private occasion after taking over new role
Princess Eugenie celebrates private occasion after taking over new role
The Princess of York has been appointed as a global ambassador for Thirty Six For Coral by King Charles
King Charles unveils 'huge variety' of lavish gifts received as Head of State
King Charles unveils 'huge variety' of lavish gifts received as Head of State
The 76-year-old monarch drops exclusive glimpse of his special presents he received across the globe
Princess Diana's brother marks special day after sharing tragic news
Princess Diana's brother marks special day after sharing tragic news
Princess Diana brother Charles Spencer celebrates milestone event after childhood home Althorp House was attacked
King Frederik unveils elegant new portrait of twins Prince Vincent, Princess Josephine
King Frederik unveils elegant new portrait of twins Prince Vincent, Princess Josephine
Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine are the youngest children of King Frederik and Queen Mary
Prince William’s property plans put Prince George's inheritance at stake
Prince William’s property plans put Prince George's inheritance at stake
Prince George set to inherit Duchy of Cornwall after Prince William becomes King
Renowned Royal's future in jeopardy amid Trump's major decision
Renowned Royal's future in jeopardy amid Trump's major decision
Princess Elisabeth of Belgium is currently pursuing master's degree in public policy at the Harvard University
Sarah Ferguson drops video message after Prince William's fresh blow to Andrew
Sarah Ferguson drops video message after Prince William's fresh blow to Andrew
Sarah Ferguson shares thoughtful message after Prince Andrew receives painful news from William
Prince William reveals future plans as Duke of Cornwall
Prince William reveals future plans as Duke of Cornwall
Prince William opens up about 'responsibility' and 'leadership' after inhering key role from late Queen Elizabeth II