Fashion, billionaires and jokes: Inside the White House state dinner for the King and Queen
The night was filled with designer fashion, luscious bouquets, billionaire guests and joke-filled speeches.
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Notable Quotes
"friendship unlike any other on Earth"
— Donald Trump , Politician
"great, great gift"
— Donald Trump , Politician
"a considerable improvement on the Boston Tea Party"
— King Charles , Celebrity
Key People
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Jeff Bezos is the founder of Amazon and a prominent figure in the technology sector.
King Charles is the current monarch of the United Kingdom.
First Lady of the United States known for her social initiatives.
Queen Camilla is the wife of King Charles III.
Robert Kraft is the owner of the New England Patriots.
Rory McIlroy is a professional golfer and Masters champion from Northern Ireland.
Tim Cook is the CEO of Apple Inc., known for leading the company through significant product innovations and expansions.
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