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Kate Middleton beams in blue at Coronation event welcoming royals from across the world

Kate, Princess of Wales made a surprise appearance at the royal reception at Buckingham Palace this evening.

Taking place the day before King Charles’ Coronation, the monarch and Camilla hosted royals and leaders from across the world.

Dozens of royal and formerly royal families were present along with the likes of Jill Biden, First Lady of the United States, and Olena Zelenska, the First Lady of Ukraine.

But at the star-studded soirée was also the Princess of Wales who dazzled in a stunning blue dress.

Kate was photographed talking to some of the guests at the royal shindig that gave Charles the chance to welcome his guests ahead of his Coronation tomorrow.

The Princess of Wales speaks with Mary, Crown Princess of Denmark and Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark (PA)

The Princess of Wales was seen speaking with Mary, Crown Princess of Denmark and Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark among the throng of royals and dignitaries.

The future Queen also posed for a poignant photo with the First Lady’s of Ukraine and the US, and later she was snapped speaking to Jill Biden and her granddaughter Finnegan Biden.

King Charles welcomed royals from across the world to Buckingham Palace this evening, with less than 24 hours before the historic event.

Some of the most prominent and notable figures from across the globe descended on the royals for the event.

Royals from Liechtenstein, Spain, Norway, Romania, Belgium, Denmark, Japan, and Luxembourg were all snapped today attending the Coronation Reception for overseas guests held at Buckingham Palace.

The Princess of Wales talking with the First Lady of the US and her granddaughter (POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Hereditary princess Sophie of Liechtenstein was pictured with her partner prince Alois.

The Crown Prince and Princess of Denmark, Frederik and May, were also in attendance.

As was Margareta of Romania, and Prince Radu of Romania.

Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko visited from Japan for the historic weekend.

King Philippe of Belgium travelled over with Princess Elisabeth, Duchess of Brabant and Norway’s Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit were spotted as well.

This comes as the wait for King Charles’ Coronation is all but over.

King of Thailand Maha Vajiralongkorn was amongst the royals at the blue-blooded bash (Tim Rooke/REX/Shutterstock)
Queen Jetsun Pema of Bhutan and King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck attend the Coronation Reception For Overseas Guests at Buckingham Palace (UK Press via Getty Images)

Earlier today, Kate joined husband William and Charles on The Mall to greet Royal well-wishers.

The King, Princess of Wales and Prince William delighted royal fans with a surprise walkabout on The Mall this afternoon, chatting to well-wishers who are already camping out to get the best view of tomorrow's celebrations.

Kate posed for selfies with well-wishers, even jumping on a video call with one dedicated fan, while Wills revealed his prayers for good weather.

Felipe VI of Spain and Queen Letizia of Spain (Tim Rooke/REX/Shutterstock)
Crown Prince Haakon of Norway and Crown Princess Mette-Marit (Tim Rooke/REX/Shutterstock)

The outing came after the trio, joined by Camilla, carried out their final rehearsals at Westminster Abbey this morning.

Kate has admitted it's been a "very busy time" for the family and said she "feel like [they're] trying to get [their] ducks in a row".

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