Beneath the majestic statue of Christ the Redeemer overlooking Rio de Janeiro, Prince William recalled his mother but also gave us a glimpse of the future of Britain’s monarchy.

It was a carefully designed picture opportunity set up by Kensington Palace officials to pay tribute to the host city of his environmental prize this year but also the memory of Princess Diana.

In recreating an iconic photograph of her 1991 trip with the then Prince Charles to the Brazilian city, the heir to the throne stressed his role in perpetuating Diana’s legacy, evoking memories of her groundbreaking humanitarian and campaigning work. New Feature

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It’s a sign of what to expect from the senior royal, especially when he becomes King – and after a tough per

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