Queen Camilla Makes Relatable Confession as U.S. State Visit Begins in Washington, D.C.

Queen Camilla had a relatable travel confession after arriving in the U.S. for a four-day state visit

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• The royal couple attended a garden party at the British ambassador's residence with 600 guests

• King Charles and Queen Camilla's trip commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence

Queen Camillamade a relatable revelation about long-haul travel as her state visit to America withKing Charlesbegins.

The King, 77, and Queen, 78, touched down at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland to kick off their four-day state visit to the United States on April 27, and the Queen confessed to feeling the effects of the journey on the first day of their stay.

Following a White House welcome with PresidentDonald Trumpand first ladyMelania Trumpin Washington, D.C., the royal couple headed to a garden party at the British Ambassador's residence and checked out a time capsule commemorating America's 250th anniversary celebrations this year.

While in the ambassador's library for the presentation, the Queen was asked about the flight stateside and admitted to feeling "slightly jet lagged," nodding to the five-hour time difference between the U.K. and the East Coast of the U.S.

King Charles and Queen Camilla will spend the next few days touring Washington, D.C., New York and Virginia in a diplomatic trip commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

King Charles and Queen Camilla were the guests of honor at the garden party hosted at the home of British ambassador to the U.S Sir Christian Turner, whom Trump appointed in February.

The bash convened around 600 people from politics, science and sustainability, plus representatives from community groups, the creative industries and charities tackling domestic abuse, one of Queen Camilla's key causes.

"She said to me that she feels there have been great strides made in recent years to bring awareness to the issue. She’s been a champion of this issue for years, and it’s lovely to see her here — we’re just thrilled she made time to speak to us," Gretchen Shaw of the National Domestic Violence Hotline exclusively tells PEOPLE about meeting the Queen.

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The King's wife also spent time talking with British Olympic diver Tom Daley about his children, Robbie, 7, and Phoenix, 3.

"She asked what I was up to now and told her about my knitting and she asked about my kids. She couldn’t believe how old they were now," Daley tells PEOPLE about their interaction.

The Queen also obliged a group of West Point cadets who cheekily asked her to join them for a photo at the soiree.

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King Charles and Queen Camilla's trip to America is the first U.S. visit of his royal reign and is proceeding as plannedafter a shooting happened at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, April 25.

The Trumps were guests at the press event, where a Secret Service member was injured in the gunfire.

PEOPLE understands that the King and Queen reached out to the American president and first lady privately in the wake of the incident, and Trump, 79, later confirmed that he and the King spoke about the visit being a go.

"They called, and they are so looking forward to being here. We spoke this morning," Trump told CBS News on Sunday.

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“NCIS” Star Mark Harmon Reflects on the Phone Call That Changed His Life

Mark Harmon recently reflected on his early career and how he initially worked in advertising before deciding to pursue acting

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• The now-74-year-old explained that a chance phone call helped open the door to his first real opportunity in Hollywood

• Now, Harmon has become synonymous with NCIS after playing Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs for nearly two decades

Although now synonymous withNCIS,Mark Harmon's pathinto acting wasn't exactly straightforward.

During a recent appearance onThe Fifth Columnpodcast, the 74-year-old reflected on the unexpected turns thatled him into acting.

Before landing major roles, Harmon revealed he was working as a merchandising director, trying to build a stable career outside of Hollywood. That chapter of his life, however, never quite felt like the right fit.

“When the advertising stuff kind of stopped being… I just knew I had to get out of that and do something else, and I said that to my parents,” Harmon told hosts Kmele Foster, Michael Moynihan and Matt Welch.

“I had been in acting class, and I had been going and doing that, and I didn't know where to go from there. I didn't have an agent. I didn't know what to do," he continued.

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As the son of actress Elyse Knox and football star-turned-broadcaster Tom Harmon, Mark grew up around both entertainment and sports. His first on-screen opportunity came in 1973 with a guest role onOzzie's Girls, a connection made possible through his sister Kristin and her husband, singer and actor Ricky Nelson, who were already part of the television world.

Still, breaking into the industry wasn't seamless. At one point, Mark found himself watchingDragnetwhen he saw the studio ident for Mark VII Limited.

Acting on impulse, he tracked down the company's number and called on a whim. On the other end was a secretary who could have easily dismissed the unknown caller — but didn't. That moment of chance led to a conversation with Jack Webb, the man behind the company.

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“We talked for a couple minutes and [Webb] said, ‘Why don't you come in and talk to me?'” Mark recalled. “And I said ‘Okay,' and I went into Universal, and I went into Mark VII, which at that time... Universal was a big enchilada, man."

During their conversation, Mark noted that Webb "just kinda listened to me." Webb pointed to the actor's experience as a college quarterback as why he might make a good actor, noting that he "always pretended that [he] had the ball when [he] didn't," an element of "make believe" just like in acting.

That meeting ended up opening doors for Mark and led to a steady climb through film and television — including an early role playing Officer Gus Corbin in a 1975 episode ofAdam-12.

Mark later made guest appearances onPolice Womanin 1975 andLaverne & Shirleyin 1976. Around the same time, he transitioned into film, appearing in projects likeComes a HorsemanandBeyond the Poseidon Adventure.

Since then, he has appeared in projects likeSummer School,The Presidio,Crossfire TrailandFreaky Friday.

His most defining role arrived when he was cast as Leroy Jethro Gibbs onNCIS, a character that would anchor the series for nearly two decades. Mark ultimatelystepped away from the role in 2021after 18 seasons, but has since reprised his character in afew scenes forNCIS: Origins.

"As an executive producer and dear friend, Mark continues to be an integral part of the fabric of the show. Our north star has always been staying true to our characters, and that truth has always guided the stories we tell and where those characters go," Steven Binder, executive producer,told PEOPLEin a statement at the time of the actor's departure.

"So regarding the future of Gibbs, as long-time fans of the show may have noticed over the years…never count Leroy Jethro Gibbs out."

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WNBA star Caitlin Clark to publish a children's book based on her life

NEW YORK (AP) —Caitlin Clarkwill have a picture book out this fall based on her own life, one she knows is like few others’.

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Random House Books for Young Readers announced Tuesday that “EXTRAordinary! A Little EXTRA to Reach BIG Dreams” will be published Nov. 3. In rhyming verse, theWNBAstar shares a message about the importance of effort and support.

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Clark, whose book features illustrations by Adriana Predoi, was inspired by an inscription above the mirror that hung in her childhood bedroom: “The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is the little EXTRA.”

“Basketball has given me so many incredible opportunities, but what has always meant the most to me are the people who’ve supported me along the way,” Clark said in a statement. “I hope this book reminds kids that they’re never alone in chasing their dreams and that giving a little extra to the people and moments is what makes them EXTRAordinary.”

The 24-year-old Indiana Fever guard, widely credited with raising the profile of women's basketball, returned to action recently after injuries limited her to 13 games in 2025. She scored seven points Saturday in a preseason victory over the New York Liberty.

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Republican lawmaker who’s been MIA for over a month finally speaks out about lengthy and continued absence

ARepublicanlawmaker who has been missing from Congress for more than a month has finally broken his silence about the absence.

New JerseyrepresentativeTom Kean Jr., 57, had missed more than 50 roll call votes since March 17without any explanation to his constituents, his colleagues, or the American public.

Other New Jersey Republicans said their outreach had met "radio silence", while his staff only said he was dealing with unspecified health problems.

But on Monday, Kean — who is facinga tough reelection bid in November— posted a message in his own voice on social media thanking people for their "patience" as he addressed a "personal medical issue."

"My doctors continue to assure me that my recovery will be complete, and that I will be back to the job I love very soon. I expect to return to a full schedule and be at 100 percent," Kean said on X.

"I take my responsibilities seriously and have a strong record of showing up and delivering, which makes this absence all the more difficult...

"I also want to thank my friends and colleagues on both sides of the aisle for their patience and understanding during this time. I appreciate your support and look forward to being back in the near future."

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Yet Kean's post offered little concrete information beyond what his staff had already said weeks earlier, giving no further details of the health issue nor any timeline for his return.

Kean's district is expected to be the most competitive congressional race in New Jersey in this year's midterm elections, covering a large patch of the Garden State's affluent northwest including the Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster.

He is running for reelection against the backdrop of the Trump administration’s plans to openan immigration detention facilityin the district, prompting protests from the public.

Kean wrote to Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin on April 7 about the plans and asked the department to “take a deeper look and give careful consideration to the concerns raised by local officials.”

Both Democrats and Republicans struggled to hear back from Kean, with one Nebraska GOP representative saying he didn't even realize Kean had been gone so long until he tried and failed to find him on the House floor last week.

"It’s been a long absence," New Jersey Democrat Rob Menendeztold Politico. "I hope he’s doing all right. But I haven’t heard anything."

Nevertheless, Kean's absence did not prevent him frombuying and selling shares on the stock market, according to a report by the D.C. news site NOTUS.

A spokesperson said his personal investments were in a "blind structure", but gave no further details.

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Anthony Kiedis' Girlfriend Eileen Kelly, 30, Writes About the Benefits of Dating a 'Much Older Boyfriend'

Eileen Kelly reflects on dating a boyfriend twice her age in a Vogue essay

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• She shares how their connection began at a party and addresses public assumptions and awkward moments about their dynamic

• Kelly emphasizes her independence and stability, noting the relationship is often judged more for its symbolism than reality

Anthony Kiedis' girlfriendEileen Kellyis opening up about dating a "much older boyfriend."

Kelly, 30, published aVogueessay on Tuesday, April 21 titled "My Boyfriend Is Double My Age," and while she didn't identify the Red Hot Chili Peppers member, 63, by name, the pair's been seen out together on numerous occasions.

TheVogueessay began with Kelly reflecting on speaking with a friend who's dating "a man in his mid-30s" about their lackluster relationship. Noting that her "sympathy had worn thin" regarding the situation, the writer recalled suggesting her friend "try dating someone older."

"My own boyfriend is more than twice my age, which is either alarming or impressive, depending on who you ask," wrote Kelly, who said her partner "seems genuinely excited to be with me" rather than looking for "someone better," as he knows "he's one lucky bastard."

Kelly recalled meeting her boyfriend at a birthday party and connecting over the fact that she'd recently been to Hawaii, where her boyfriend's owned a house for more than two decades. "We joked about whether we’d ever passed each other on the same stretch of sand, or stood in line next to each other at the same health food store," she wrote.

The couple's "age gap didn't register at first," according to Kelly, who first thought they'd "just become friends" before going on a first date.

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Kelly said her boyfriend's been in multiple age-gap relationships in the past and acknowledged how disparities in finances or emotions in such a scenario "can set up a dangerous dynamic." However, she entered the relationship feeling stable with her own money, career and home. "I love my boyfriend, but I’m not at risk of losing everything if we break up," she wrote.

The essay also featured commentary on how people in public often ask questions that lead to "incredible awkward moments," including assumptions that one's older boyfriend is actually her father. Kelly said she's also faced disappointment from friends regarding the relationship.

Kelly noted that people often project their own anxieties onto an age-gap couple. "What people assume about me, about him, about the structure of our relationship, often reveals more about them than anything that exists between my boyfriend and me," she wrote. "The relationship itself becomes secondary to what it represents."

She ultimately described her actual experience in the relationship as "unremarkable" in comparison to others' thoughts on the dynamic.

PEOPLE reached out to a rep for the Red Hot Chili Peppers for comment.

Kelly and Kiedis have been pictured together on several occasions this year. They were seenholding hands in Los Angelesaround the Grammys in February, and theyposed for a photo together at Guy Oseary and Madonna's Oscars afterpartyin March.

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