Although His Majesty could not be there in person as he continues to undergo treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer, he was there in spirit when his tender words for the charity closest to his heart were read to a captive audience by Tom Hiddleston.
Looking dapper in a tuxedo and bow tie, the Thor actor took to the stage to relay the King's message to more than 350 distinguished guests, including Prince's Trust ambassadors and supporters such as Sir Rod and Lady Stewart the TV personality Penny Lancaster - plus acting royalty Joseph Fiennes, Naomie Harris, Jeremy Irons, Luke Evans and Joely Richardson. Also there were presenter Myleene Klass and musician Jools Holland.
HEARTFELT WORDS
Speaking on behalf of His Majesty, Tom - who had met the Queen only the day before, at a starstudded event at Buckingham Palace to celebrate children's writing competition 500 Words - said: "In the beginning, I hoped that by supporting young people to develop their latent skills and to find work or training, the trust would be able to help change some individuals' lives for the better. I am thrilled to say that it has now worked with more than one million young people, helping them to start careers, launch businesses and re-engage with education.
"I am enormously inspired by the determination and commitment of young people. They are change-makers - they will shape the world's future and we must support them to realise their dreams."
The King, who in 1976 used his Royal Navy severance pay to establish the Prince's Trust soon to be renamed the King's Trust - has gone on to fulfil his own dream.
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