At the recent Service of Dedication for the Order of the British Empire presided over by King Charles and Queen Camilla at St. Paul’s Cathedral in London, a young page boy caught everyone’s attention: Lord Oliver, son of Rose Hanbury, Marchioness of Cholmondeley.
His appearance was notable not only for his ceremonial role, but also for the symbolism attached to his presence.
The Marchioness of Cholmondeley, who has been at the center of controversy over rumors of a romantic relationship with Prince William, has denied such claims.
Nevertheless, her presence at public events continues to generate comment from royal fans.
Rose Hanbury’s recent appearance alongside Queen Camilla at the Badminton Horse Trials in England stoked public curiosity, but it is her son’s participation in the Service of Dedication for the Order of the British Empire that has brought the family back into the media spotlight.
Lord Oliver Cholmondeley at the Service of Dedication
Lord Oliver, who played the role of page, was a standout at the ceremony.
Dressed in traditional page boy attire, a red jacket with navy blue velvet cuffs and gold trim, buttons with the new King’s insignia and white gloves he held the King’s Cloak with dignity and grace.
His curly hair, similar to his mother’s, gave him a distinctive look.
The choice of Lord Oliver for this role is significant as it reflects the monarchy’s confidence in the new generation of nobility.
It is also a way of demonstrating once again the good relationship that exists between Rose Hanbury and the Royal Family.
This event represents an important moment for the Hanbury-Cholmondeley family, projecting Lord Oliver into the center of the royal scene and perhaps marking the beginning of a prominent future within the structure of the British monarchy.