Even though King Charles III was just officially proclaimed UK’s new reigning monarch on Saturday, he has already had a viral moment.
Just moments before signing the Accession Proclamation, marking his official ascension to the throne of the British Commonwealth, the monarch found himself having to angrily gesture at aides to clear the desk where he was expected to sign his name on the documents.
The objects of concern consisted of a pen box and an inkwell, both of which had reportedly been gifted to him by his sons, Prince William and Prince Harry.
Charles could be seen on video pointing at the items and furiously asking them to be removed immediately.
“The servant must clear my desk for me. I can’t be expected to move things,” one person who was watching the live broadcast joked on Twitter, with another adding, “First day on the job and already he’s fed up. LOL.”
A third commented, “Charles’ brief fury at the pen tray is definitely the highlight of this for me.”
During the ceremony, which took place at the centuries-old diplomatic hub of St James’s Palace in Westminster, London, UK’s House of Commons leader and Lord President of the Council, Penny Mordaunt, invited His Majesty to sign two proclamations, including one declaring the date of Queen Elizabeth II’s death as a bank holiday.
Beforehand, Charles, 73, delivered a heartfelt speech reflecting on his mother’s death.
“My mother’s reign was unequaled in its duration, its dedication and its devotion. Even as we grieve we give thanks for this most faithful life,” the royal said. “I am deeply aware of this great inheritance and of the duties and heavy responsibilities of sovereignty which have now passed to me.”
On Saturday, just hours after Charles was officially proclaimed king, Meghan Markle was also spotted reuniting with Prince Harry, Prince William and Kate Middleton.
The foursome gathered together in public to view the heartfelt tributes left in honor of Queen Elizabeth II.
He’s gonna be a handful.
“I can’t be EXPECTED to move things!”
Well then, piss on ya! Move your bowels Charlie, ya asshole!
Appears to be nothing more than an Old Fuddy-Duddy.
Oh, Please pardon Me: Your Majesty Old King Fuddy-Duddy!
This fairy has been nothing but an embarassment to his country, the royal family died with his mother and good riddance. Who cares what these fools say or think.