Queen Camilla Resumes Duties, Comments on Health

Queen Camilla has resumed her royal duties following a summer break, making a notable visit to the Royal Academy of Dance in London where she shared an update on her well-being. The 79-year-old monarch admitted to feeling "a little creaky" after her holiday at Balmoral Castle but reassured attendees by stating, "I'm still standing!" During her engagement on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at the academy's global headquarters, Queen Camilla reunited with her ballet teacher, Sarah Platt, who inquired about her health. The Queen, who is the academy's patron, responded with her characteristic humor, adding a laugh and a "just!" to her declaration of being upright. This visit marked her first official engagement since returning from Scotland. The Queen was greeted by Dame Darcey Bussell, president of the Royal Academy of Dance and a former judge on Strictly Come Dancing. Camilla, dressed in a navy polka dot dress by Anna Valentine, also reconnected with broadcaster Angela Rippon, a fellow participant in the academy's Silver Swans program. This initiative, designed for individuals over 55, aims to improve posture and coordination through dance.