Elaine Paige Shares Humorous Royal Encounter with King Charles at Windsor Castle
# Elaine Paige Reflects on Awkward Encounter with King Charles
## The singer and actress shares a memorable moment during her visit to Windsor Castle
Elaine Paige, the renowned singer and actress, recently recalled a humorous encounter with King Charles during her visit to Windsor Castle. This occasion marked her receipt of a Damehood, recognizing her significant contributions to charity and music.
During the royal visit, Paige experienced a "well of emotion". In recounting her interaction with the King, she noted, “He said to me, 'Keeping your hand in, are you?' But he's got quite a quiet voice, and I'm now a little hard of hearing – which is one of the reasons why I don’t perform live any more – so I thought, 'Did he say what I think he said?'" After a brief pause, she responded, "Oh yes."
This occasion stands out in Paige's career, not just for the honour, but for its memorable exchange with the monarch, illustrating the blend of formal recognition and personal connection.
