Overview
- During the Nov. 19 Royal Variety Performance in London, Kate was quoted via Su Pollard as saying her hair "used to be brown, but it's gone light in the sunshine."
- The lighter tone debuted Sept. 4 at the Natural History Museum and appeared darker again at engagements on Sept. 6 and Sept. 8.
- Hairstylists offered mixed interpretations, with Neville Tucker suggesting a full set of highlights and others citing lighting and styling effects.
- Online reaction included harsh remarks, prompting public defenses of the princess, including a rebuke from stylist Sam McKnight referencing her recent cancer treatment.
- The Royal Variety Performance marked William and Kate's first joint red carpet in two years and included a backstage exchange with singer Jessie J about their cancer experiences.