King Charles reportedly made an eight-word remark after being caught without an umbrella during a heavy downpour in Antigua. The British monarch appeared frustrated when he was initially left without rain protection during an independence parade
Meanwhile, Queen Camilla reached shelter with her own rain protection. A lip reader later revealed what the King allegedly said after finally receiving help. However, Charles continued his royal duties and even joked about his soaked clothing afterwards.
Lip reader decodes King Charles’ eight-word comment over umbrella incident
According to an Express report, the incident occurred at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua. The royal couple attended the 45th annual Antigua and Barbuda Independence Parade when heavy rain disrupted proceedings. Camilla received her clear umbrella and was escorted to covered seating. Charles, meanwhile, remained exposed to the rain and repeatedly gestured toward staff, appearing to ask, ‘Where’s my umbrella?’ His equerry, Major Ben Rigby, eventually arrived with a small black umbrella. Lip reader Nicola Hickling interpreted the King’s subsequent words as, ‘Perhaps one should keep a spare on hand.’”
Meanwhile, Camilla appeared amused after reaching shelter, according to the report. The Queen, wearing a white Anna Valentine dress, was seen laughing from the stands. She reportedly joked about the humidity affecting her frizzy hair. However, the King continued with the scheduled military ceremony despite getting soaked. He walked onto the cricket pitch to inspect the Guard of Honour.
Later, Charles joked to Prime Minister Gaston Browne, “I’ve started growing watercress on my trousers.” Furthermore, ITV News reported that the downpour lasted approximately five minutes. The monarch also received cheers from spectators when he returned from inspecting the troops. Additionally, the incident drew reactions from Express readers concerned about the King’s age and health.
One commenter wrote, “His aides should have brought him an umbrella sooner.” Meanwhile, Reuters reported that the incident occurred during the monarch’s Caribbean tour. Despite the unexpected weather, Charles continued participating in the independence celebrations.
