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Looking back at 2017: The royal and celebrity year in pictures

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UPDATED FEBRUARY 6, 2019 7:41 AM EST

Take a look back at the most memorable events and photos from the past year.

<B>JANUARY</B> TEARFUL SEND-OFF Barack Obama delivered his final speech as U.S. President in his hometown of Chicago, wiping away tears as he thanked his "best friend" and wife Michelle, and daughters Malia and Sasha. "Of all that I've done in my life, I am most proud to be your dad," he said. Photo: Getty Images
JANUARY TEARFUL SEND-OFF Barack Obama delivered his final speech as U.S. President in his hometown of Chicago, wiping away tears as he thanked his “best friend” and wife Michelle, and daughters Malia and Sasha. “Of all that I’ve done in my life, I am most proud to be your dad,” he said. Photo: Getty Images
A NEW LEADER January 20 was a historic day in U.S. politics. Donald Trump was sworn in as the 45th President, his wife Melania dutifully holding the bible while he took the oath. The President and First Lady were supported by their son Barron, Donald's four older children and his grandchildren. Photo: Getty Images
A NEW LEADER January 20 was a historic day in U.S. politics. Donald Trump was sworn in as the 45th President, his wife Melania dutifully holding the bible while he took the oath. The President and First Lady were supported by their son Barron, Donald's four older children and his grandchildren. Photo: Getty Images
STRENGTH IN NUMBERS Talk about girl power! More than one million people took to the streets the day after Donald Trump's inauguration to march for women's rights. Celebrities including: Jessica Chastain and Chloe Grace Moretz took part. Jessica said: "I feel so powerful." Photo: Getty Images
STRENGTH IN NUMBERS Talk about girl power! More than one million people took to the streets the day after Donald Trump’s inauguration to march for women’s rights. Celebrities including: Jessica Chastain and Chloë Grace Moretz took part. Jessica said: “I feel so powerful.” Photo: Getty Images
A ROYAL SALUTE Famed photographer Lord Snowdon passed away at 86, leaving behind an astounding body of work, including numerous portraits of the Royal Family. The Queen was said to be saddened by the loss of the world-renowned photographer (born Antony Armstrong-Jones), the only man Princess Margaret ever said "I do" to. Photo: Getty Images
A ROYAL SALUTE Famed photographer Lord Snowdon passed away at 86, leaving behind an astounding body of work, including numerous portraits of the Royal Family. The Queen was said to be saddened by the loss of the world-renowned photographer (born Antony Armstrong-Jones), the only man Princess Margaret ever said “I do” to. Photo: Getty Images
BRAD AND ANGELINA SPEAK OUT Following the news of their divorce, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie released their first joint statement, vowing to keep court documents confidential "to preserve the privacy rights of their children and family." Photo: Getty Images
BRAD AND ANGELINA SPEAK OUT Following the news of their divorce, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie released their first joint statement, vowing to keep court documents confidential “to preserve the privacy rights of their children and family.” Photo: © Getty Images
A GOLDEN EVENING Dressed in their finest, stars gathered to celebrate their peers at the 74th Annual Golden Globe Awards. It was an especially exciting night for <i>La La Land</i> co-stars Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, who took home acting awards. Claire Foy was also a winner, taking home gold for playing the Queen in <i>The Crown</i>. "I'm having an out-of-body experience!" the actress told the audience. Photo: Getty Images
A GOLDEN EVENING Dressed in their finest, stars gathered to celebrate their peers at the 74th Annual Golden Globe Awards. It was an especially exciting night for La La Land co-stars Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, who took home acting awards. Claire Foy was also a winner, taking home gold for playing the Queen in The Crown. “I’m having an out-of-body experience!” the actress told the audience. Photo: Getty Images
CHRISTOPHER REIGNS SUPREME Veteran actor Christopher Plummer, 87, was thrilled to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Canadian Screen Awards: "I've spent almost 70 years making a fool of myself in this crazy, mad profession and I've had the time of my life ... The curtain has not yet fallen. It's simply stuck." Photo: Getty Images
CHRISTOPHER REIGNS SUPREME Veteran actor Christopher Plummer, 87, was thrilled to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Canadian Screen Awards: “I’ve spent almost 70 years making a fool of myself in this crazy, mad profession and I’ve had the time of my life ... The curtain has not yet fallen. It’s simply stuck.” Photo: © Getty Images
A TV ICON GONE After a long battle with type one diabetes, Mary Tyler Moore died at age 80, surrounded by loved ones. The news was met with an outpouring of support from fans who, thanks to the star's eponymous sitcom, remembered her as TV's first truly modern woman. "Will love her 4 ever," wrote Oprah Winfrey. Photo: Getty Images
A TV ICON GONE After a long battle with type one diabetes, Mary Tyler Moore died at age 80, surrounded by loved ones. The news was met with an outpouring of support from fans who, thanks to the star’s eponymous sitcom, remembered her as TV’s first truly modern woman. “Will love her 4 ever,” wrote Oprah Winfrey. Photo: © Getty Images
<B>FEBRUARY</B> OSCARS OOPS! The 2017 Academy Awards will be primarily remembered for one thing when Warren Beatty and Faye Dunaway mistakenly announced <i>La La Land</i> as the winner for Best Picture, instead of <i>Moonlight</i>. The two presenters had been handed the wrong envelope, setting off mass confusion inside the Kodak Theatre. <i>Moonlight</i> took home three awards during the night: Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor for Mahershala Ali and Best Adapted Screenplay. <i>La La Land</i>, meanwhile, won six awards in total, including Best Actress for Emma Stone. Photo: Getty Images
FEBRUARY OSCARS OOPS! The 2017 Academy Awards will be primarily remembered for one thing – when Warren Beatty and Faye Dunaway mistakenly announced La La Land as the winner for Best Picture, instead of Moonlight. The two presenters had been handed the wrong envelope, setting off mass confusion inside the Kodak Theatre. Moonlight took home three awards during the night: Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor for Mahershala Ali and Best Adapted Screenplay. La La Land, meanwhile, won six awards in total, including Best Actress for Emma Stone. Photo: Getty Images
LADIES OF THE OSCARS Viola Davis, 52, won Best Supporting Actress for her turn in <i>Fences</i>, telling her husband and daughter: "I am so glad you're the foundation of my life." Emma Stone won a Best Actress Oscar for <i>La La Land</i>. "This is insane," the actress, then 28, beamed. "A surreal, inconceivable dream." In a historic mix-up, the film was briefly named best picture before it's rightful winner, <i>Moonlight</i>, was called to the stage to take home the gold. Photo: Getty Images
LADIES OF THE OSCARS Viola Davis, 52, won Best Supporting Actress for her turn in Fences, telling her husband and daughter: “I am so glad you’re the foundation of my life.” Emma Stone won a Best Actress Oscar for La La Land. “This is insane,” the actress, then 28, beamed. “A surreal, inconceivable dream.” In a historic mix-up, the film was briefly named best picture – before it's rightful winner, Moonlight, was called to the stage to take home the gold. Photo: Getty Images
DATE NIGHT Exuding their own movie-star glamour, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge made a dramatic entrance at the 70th British Academy Film Awards (the BAFTAs). Kate turned heads in an off-the-shoulder black Alexander McQueen gown embellished with white flowers, while a dapper William wore a tux. Photo: Getty Images
DATE NIGHT Exuding their own movie-star glamour, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge made a dramatic entrance at the 70th British Academy Film Awards (the BAFTAs). Kate turned heads in an off-the-shoulder black Alexander McQueen gown embellished with white flowers, while a dapper William wore a tux. Photo: © Getty Images
TWIN JOY The "Crazy in Love" singer surprised fans with a photo on Instagram, accompanied by the news that she and her husband, Jay Z, were expecting twins! "We are incredibly grateful that our family will be growing," said Beyonce, who first became a mom (to daughter Blue Ivy) in 2012. Photo: Instagram/@beyonce
TWIN JOY The “Crazy in Love” singer surprised fans with a photo on Instagram, accompanied by the news that she and her husband, Jay Z, were expecting twins! “We are incredibly grateful that our family will be growing,” said Beyoncé, who first became a mom (to daughter Blue Ivy) in 2012. Photo: Instagram/@beyonce
ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, GO! It was a win for Prince Harry when he competed against his brother and sister-in-law in a London relay race supporting their mental health campaign Heads Together. As they crossed the finish line, William turned to Kate and said, "You nearly beat me!" Photo: Getty Images
ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, GO! It was a win for Prince Harry when he competed against his brother and sister-in-law in a London relay race supporting their mental health campaign Heads Together. As they crossed the finish line, William turned to Kate and said, “You nearly beat me!” Photo: © Getty Images
A SUPER SHOW Glittering through the air, thanks to suspension cables, Lady Gaga generated plenty of "applause" with her show-stopping halftime performance during Super Bowl LI (which was won by a Tom Brady led New England Patriots). "We're here to make you feel good," the singer said to the crowd and viewers. Photo: Getty Images
A SUPER SHOW Glittering through the air, thanks to suspension cables, Lady Gaga generated plenty of “applause” with her show-stopping halftime performance during Super Bowl LI (which was won by a Tom Brady led New England Patriots). “We’re here to make you feel good,” the singer said to the crowd and viewers. Photo: Getty Images
<B>MARCH</B> BONJOUR, PARIS! The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge made an official trip to the City of Light to strengthen relations between the U.K. and France. Coincidentally, it coincided with the 20th anniversary of the death of Diana, Princess of Wales in car accident in Paris. Photo: Getty Images
MARCH BONJOUR, PARIS! The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge made an official trip to the City of Light to strengthen relations between the U.K. and France. Coincidentally, it coincided with the 20th anniversary of the death of Diana, Princess of Wales in car accident in Paris. Photo: Getty Images
BEAUTY AND THE SONG For Celine Dion, the Hollywood premiere of the live-action <i>Beauty and the Beast</i> film was bittersweet since her late husband and manager, Rene Angelil, wasn't by her side. He was the one who had urged her to record the title track for the original 1991 film. The song won an Oscar. Photo: Getty Images
BEAUTY AND THE SONG For Celine Dion, the Hollywood première of the live-action Beauty and the Beast film was bittersweet since her late husband and manager, René Angélil, wasn’t by her side. He was the one who had urged her to record the title track for the original 1991 film. The song won an Oscar. Photo: Getty Images
<B>APRIL</B> FASHION ROYALTY Victoria Beckham officially became part of Britain's Establishment when her pal Prince William made her an officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE), for her charity and fashion work. She and husband David attended William and Kate's wedding in 2011. Photo: Getty Images
APRIL FASHION ROYALTY Victoria Beckham officially became part of Britain’s Establishment when her pal Prince William made her an officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE), for her charity and fashion work. She and husband David attended William and Kate’s wedding in 2011. Photo: Getty Images
CAMBRIDGES ON AIR In a surprise visit to BBC Radio 1 to promote their "Heads Together" mental-health initiative, Prince William admitted that he has texted in song requests to the program, while Kate said she loves curry takeout! They also revealed they're big fans of <i>Homeland</i> and <i>Game of Thrones</i>. Photo: Getty Images
CAMBRIDGES ON AIR In a surprise visit to BBC Radio 1 to promote their "Heads Together" mental-health initiative, Prince William admitted that he has texted in song requests to the program, while Kate said she loves curry takeout! They also revealed they’re big fans of Homeland and Game of Thrones. Photo: © Getty Images
J.LO MEETS HER MATCH Just weeks after they started dating, Jennifer Lopez and retired baseball player Alex Rodriguez took their love to the streets in stylish co-ordinated outfits. On the couple-up A-Rod said: "We're having a great time. She's an amazing girl and one of the smartest human beings I've ever met and an incredible mother." Photo: Getty Images
J.LO MEETS HER MATCH Just weeks after they started dating, Jennifer Lopez and retired baseball player Alex Rodriguez took their love to the streets in stylish co-ordinated outfits. On the couple-up A-Rod said: “We’re having a great time. She’s an amazing girl and one of the smartest human beings I’ve ever met and an incredible mother.” Photo: Getty Images
HONORING ENGLAND'S ROSE Kensington Palace unveiled the poignant White Garden in tribute to Diana, Princess of Wales, on the 20th anniversary year of her death. Filled with white tulips, daffodils and hyacinths, it was inspired by Diana's life and style. Photo: Getty Images
HONORING ENGLAND’S ROSE Kensington Palace unveiled the poignant White Garden in tribute to Diana, Princess of Wales, on the 20th anniversary year of her death. Filled with white tulips, daffodils and hyacinths, it was inspired by Diana’s life and style. Photo: Getty Images
KATE'S HAY DAY The Duchess of Cambridge tugged on everyone's heart strings while visiting with schoolchildren at a farm in Gloucestershire, where she stopped to feed an adorable little lamb. "She said she has lots of animals at home a dog, a hamster and chickens," said a 10-year-old student who Kate made the time to chat with. Photo: Getty Images
KATE’S HAY DAY The Duchess of Cambridge tugged on everyone’s heart strings while visiting with schoolchildren at a farm in Gloucestershire, where she stopped to feed an adorable little lamb. “She said she has lots of animals at home – a dog, a hamster and chickens,” said a 10-year-old student who Kate made the time to chat with. Photo: © Getty Images
<B>MAY</B> PIPPA'S WEDDING OF THE YEAR Looking radiant in an exquisite lace gown by British designer Giles Deacon, the Duchess of Cambridge's little sister Pippa Middleton took centre stage as she said "I do" to her prince charming, financier James Matthews. The couple's lavish country wedding took place at St. Mark's church in Englefield and featured William and Kate's children George and Charlotte as pageboy and bridesmaid. Photo: Getty Images
MAY PIPPA'S WEDDING OF THE YEAR Looking radiant in an exquisite lace gown by British designer Giles Deacon, the Duchess of Cambridge’s little sister Pippa Middleton took centre stage as she said “I do” to her prince charming, financier James Matthews. The couple’s lavish country wedding took place at St. Mark’s church in Englefield and featured William and Kate’s children George and Charlotte as pageboy and bridesmaid. Photo: © Getty Images
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CHARLOTTE! Prince William and Kate's little princess turned two, and in a photo taken by her proud mom, Princess Charlotte looked picture-perfect as she posed in a yellow knitted cardigan. "The Duke and Duchess hope everyone enjoys this photograph as much as they do," Kensington Palace tweeted. Photo: Getty Images
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CHARLOTTE! Prince William and Kate’s little princess turned two, and in a photo taken by her proud mom, Princess Charlotte looked picture-perfect as she posed in a yellow knitted cardigan. “The Duke and Duchess hope everyone enjoys this photograph as much as they do,” Kensington Palace tweeted. Photo: Getty Images
A NIGHT AT THE MET Hollywood's finest gathered at the Metropolitan Museum of Art for its famed high-fashion gala, this year celebrating Comme des Garcons' Rei Kawakubo. Drawing focus were the (now-split) pop power couple Selena Gomez and The Weeknd on their first red-carpet outing, the gorgeous Halle Berry, and Rihanna, who arrived in this eye-popping creation by the designer. "I love it!" she said. Photo: Getty Images
A NIGHT AT THE MET Hollywood’s finest gathered at the Metropolitan Museum of Art for its famed high-fashion gala, this year celebrating Comme des Garçons’ Rei Kawakubo. Drawing focus were the (now-split) pop power couple Selena Gomez and The Weeknd on their first red-carpet outing, the gorgeous Halle Berry, and Rihanna, who arrived in this eye-popping creation by the designer. “I love it!” she said. Photo: © Getty Images
<B>JUNE</B> BANDING TOGETHER Queen Elizabeth visited a children's hospital to meet with young victims of the terror attack at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester. "It's dreadful. Very wicked," she said of the tragedy. A devastated Ariana organized a benefit concert, One Love Manchester, raising $17 million. Miley Cyrus was among many stars who performed. Photo: Getty Images
JUNE BANDING TOGETHER Queen Elizabeth visited a children’s hospital to meet with young victims of the terror attack at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester. “It’s dreadful. Very wicked,” she said of the tragedy. A devastated Ariana organized a benefit concert, One Love Manchester, raising $17 million. Miley Cyrus was among many stars who performed. Photo: © Getty Images
THE CLOONEY FAMILY GROWS George and Amal Clooney welcomed twins on June 6. "Ella, Alexander and Amal are all healthy, happy and doing fine," said the star's rep. While the twins haven't been seen in public, he has opened up about being a dad. "It was a horror film!" he joked of changing the infants' diapers. Photo: Getty Images
THE CLOONEY FAMILY GROWS George and Amal Clooney welcomed twins on June 6. “Ella, Alexander and Amal are all healthy, happy and doing fine,” said the star’s rep. While the twins haven’t been seen in public, he has opened up about being a dad. “It was a horror film!” he joked of changing the infants’ diapers. Photo: Getty Images
A COLORFUL CELEBRATION Kate and Princess Charlotte were pretty in pink as they joined the rest of the family at Buckingham Palace for the Queen's birthday parade, Trooping the Colour. It was a bittersweet day for Her Majesty. "Today is traditionally a day of celebration. This year, however, it is difficult to escape a very sombre national mood," she said, referring to the Manchester attacks and Grenfell Tower fire. Photo: Getty Images
A COLORFUL CELEBRATION Kate and Princess Charlotte were pretty in pink as they joined the rest of the family at Buckingham Palace for the Queen’s birthday parade, Trooping the Colour. It was a bittersweet day for Her Majesty. “Today is traditionally a day of celebration. This year, however, it is difficult to escape a very sombre national mood,” she said, referring to the Manchester attacks and Grenfell Tower fire. Photo: Getty Images
NICOLE AT 50 Nicole Kidman celebrated her milestone 50th birthday with her loving husband, country superstar Keith Urban, and their two daughters by her side. "I never thought this would be one of my best years," the actress said ahead of her big day. Photo: Getty Images
NICOLE AT 50 Nicole Kidman celebrated her milestone 50th birthday with her loving husband, country superstar Keith Urban, and their two daughters by her side. “I never thought this would be one of my best years,” the actress said ahead of her big day. Photo: Getty Images
<B>JULY</B> HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PRINCE GEORGE! The palace released this oh-so-cute photo of a grinning, gap-toothed Prince George as he turned four. "He is such a happy boy," said photographer Chris Jackson. Photo: Getty Images
JULY HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PRINCE GEORGE! The palace released this oh-so-cute photo of a grinning, gap-toothed Prince George as he turned four. “He is such a happy boy,” said photographer Chris Jackson. Photo: Getty Images
BABY BUZZ Two-year-old Charlotte looked every inch the little princess on her second royal tour with her family, in Poland and Germany. Then mom Kate had everyone wondering if Charlotte might soon be a big sister after she jokingly remarked on a walkabout: "We will just have to have more babies!" Photo: Getty Images
BABY BUZZ Two-year-old Charlotte looked every inch the little princess on her second royal tour with her family, in Poland and Germany. Then mom Kate had everyone wondering if Charlotte might soon be a big sister after she jokingly remarked on a walkabout: “We will just have to have more babies!” Photo: Getty Images
DOCTOR IN THE HOUSE <i>Broadchurch</i> star Jodie Whittaker made TV history when she was picked as the first woman, to take over the Tardis on <i>Doctor Who</i> (coming in 2018). "It feels completely overwhelming," she admitted. Photo: Getty Images
DOCTOR IN THE HOUSE Broadchurch star Jodie Whittaker made TV history when she was picked as the first woman, to take over the Tardis on Doctor Who (coming in 2018). “It feels completely overwhelming,” she admitted. Photo: Getty Images
POMP AND PAGEANTRY King Felipe VI and his wife, Queen Letizia, received a full ceremonial welcome when they arrived in London for a state visit, including a sumptuous state banquet at Buckingham Palace in their honor. Their visit marked the first by a Spanish monarch in more than 30 years! Photo: Getty Images
POMP AND PAGEANTRY King Felipe VI and his wife, Queen Letizia, received a full ceremonial welcome when they arrived in London for a state visit, including a sumptuous state banquet at Buckingham Palace in their honor. Their visit marked the first by a Spanish monarch in more than 30 years! Photo: Getty Images
<B>AUGUST</B> REMEMBERING DIANA On Aug. 31, 1997, Diana, Princess of Wales, was tragically killed in a car crash in Paris. She was just 36 and left behind two grieving children Prince William, 15, and Prince Harry, 12. Her sons, who are following in Diana's humanitarian footsteps, spent the 20th anniversary together reminiscing. Photo: Getty Images
AUGUST REMEMBERING DIANA On Aug. 31, 1997, Diana, Princess of Wales, was tragically killed in a car crash in Paris. She was just 36 and left behind two grieving children – Prince William, 15, and Prince Harry, 12. Her sons, who are following in Diana’s humanitarian footsteps, spent the 20th anniversary together reminiscing. Photo: Getty Images
TOTAL ECLIPSE WITH THE STARS On August 21, skies darkened from Oregon to South Carolina in the first total solar eclipse visible from coast to coast across the U.S. in 99 years. Gwenyth Paltrow and son Moses, 11, were among those who donned protective sunglasses to take in the rare phenomenon. Photo: Instagram/@gwynethpaltrow
TOTAL ECLIPSE WITH THE STARS On August 21, skies darkened from Oregon to South Carolina in the first total solar eclipse visible from coast to coast across the U.S. in 99 years. Gwenyth Paltrow and son Moses, 11, were among those who donned protective sunglasses to take in the rare phenomenon. Photo: Instagram/@gwynethpaltrow
PHILIP HANGS UP HIS HAT At 96, the Duke of Edinburgh finally decided it was time to put his feet up and enjoy a well-earned retirement. The Queen's husband made his final official appearance on Aug. 2, tipping his bowler as he greeted Royal Marines in the palace courtyard during a downpour. Photo: Getty Images
PHILIP HANGS UP HIS HAT At 96, the Duke of Edinburgh finally decided it was time to put his feet up and enjoy a well-earned retirement. The Queen’s husband made his final official appearance on Aug. 2, tipping his bowler as he greeted Royal Marines in the palace courtyard during a downpour. Photo: Getty Images
REMEMBERING ELVIS, 40 YEARS ON Fans of the King of rock 'n' roll cried, sang and scattered flowers and stuffed animals at Memphis's Graceland on the 40th anniversary of Elvis Presley's death. His family led an emotional procession at the end of the annual Elvis Week. "We never thought he'd pass," said his ex-wife, Priscilla. Photo: Getty Images
REMEMBERING ELVIS, 40 YEARS ON Fans of the King of rock ‘n’ roll cried, sang and scattered flowers and stuffed animals at Memphis’s Graceland on the 40th anniversary of Elvis Presley’s death. His family led an emotional procession at the end of the annual Elvis Week. “We never thought he’d pass,” said his ex-wife, Priscilla. Photo: Getty Images
<B>SEPTEMBER</B> It was an exciting start to the month when on 4 September, Kensington Palace announced that Kate and William are expecting their third child together a sibling for their two young children, Prince George, four, and Princess Charlotte, two. A statement revealed that, as with her previous two pregnancies, Kate was suffering from Hyperemesis Gravidarum, meaning she was unable to carry out a prior royal engagement. Photo: Getty Images
SEPTEMBER It was an exciting start to the month when on 4 September, Kensington Palace announced that Kate and William are expecting their third child together – a sibling for their two young children, Prince George, four, and Princess Charlotte, two. A statement revealed that, as with her previous two pregnancies, Kate was suffering from Hyperemesis Gravidarum, meaning she was unable to carry out a prior royal engagement. Photo: Getty Images
PRINCE GEORGE HEADS TO SCHOOL Just days after his mom, the Duchess of Cambridge, revealed she was pregnant with her third child, first-born Prince George, 4, put on his uniform and best smile and set off with his dad, Prince William, to the first day of school at Thomas's Battersea in London. Photo: Getty Images
PRINCE GEORGE HEADS TO SCHOOL Just days after his mom, the Duchess of Cambridge, revealed she was pregnant with her third child, first-born Prince George, 4, put on his uniform and best smile and set off with his dad, Prince William, to the first day of school at Thomas’s Battersea in London. Photo: Getty Images
HOLLYWOOD HEADS TO TORONTO Fans lined the streets to catch a glimpse of their favorite celebrities as some of Tinseltown's biggest names walked the red carpet at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival. Among those signing autographs was <i>First They Killed My Father</i> director Angelina Jolie. Photo: Getty Images
HOLLYWOOD HEADS TO TORONTO Fans lined the streets to catch a glimpse of their favorite celebrities as some of Tinseltown’s biggest names walked the red carpet at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival. Among those signing autographs was First They Killed My Father director Angelina Jolie. Photo: Getty Images
HARRY IN LOVE A few weeks after actress Meghan Markle admitted to Vanity Fair that she and Prince Harry were in love, the two made their first very public appearance at an Invictus Games wheelchair tennis match in Toronto. Their body language showed the world that they were indeed an item! Photo: Getty Images
HARRY IN LOVE A few weeks after actress Meghan Markle admitted to Vanity Fair that she and Prince Harry were in love, the two made their first very public appearance at an Invictus Games wheelchair tennis match in Toronto. Their body language showed the world that they were indeed an item! Photo: Getty Images
<B>OCTOBER</B> THE FALL OF HARVEY WEINSTEIN In October, Hollywood power player Harvey Weinstein was fired from The Weinstein Company after multiple women came forward with sexual harassment claims spanning over three decades, including Ashley Judd, who joined the women who spoke out about Weinstein's alleged acts in a New York Times piece. Rose McGowan, Gwyneth Paltrow, Angelina Jolie, Lupita Nyong'o, Salma Hayek and a number of other stars were among those who later spoke out about their experiences creating a wave of shock and hope for change across the industry. Photo: Getty Images
OCTOBER THE FALL OF HARVEY WEINSTEIN In October, Hollywood power player Harvey Weinstein was fired from The Weinstein Company after multiple women came forward with sexual harassment claims spanning over three decades, including Ashley Judd, who joined the women who spoke out about Weinstein's alleged acts in a New York Times piece. Rose McGowan, Gwyneth Paltrow, Angelina Jolie, Lupita Nyong'o, Salma Hayek and a number of other stars were among those who later spoke out about their experiences creating a wave of shock – and hope for change – across the industry. Photo: Getty Images
CAN I HAVE THIS DANCE? Making her return to public life, Kate Middleton was in much better spirits following the extreme morning sickness she suffered from her initial stages of pregnancy. She stepped out with William to spend time with the cast of <i>Paddington 2</i>, including the famous lovable bear himself! Photo: Getty Images
CAN I HAVE THIS DANCE? Making her return to public life, Kate Middleton was in much better spirits following the extreme morning sickness she suffered from her initial stages of pregnancy. She stepped out with William to spend time with the cast of Paddington 2, including the famous lovable bear himself! Photo: © Getty Images
MEGHAN'S LOVE STORY In her first interview about her future fiance, Meghan Markle, 36, says of her relationship with Prince Harry: "We're two people who are really happy and in love" and revealed she's a romantic at heart. "I love a great love story." Photo: Vanity Fair
MEGHAN'S LOVE STORY In her first interview about her future fiancé, Meghan Markle, 36, says of her relationship with Prince Harry: ”We’re two people who are really happy and in love” and revealed she’s a romantic at heart. “I love a great love story.” Photo: Vanity Fair
<B>NOVEMBER<B/> HAPPY 70TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY! On Nov. 20, 1947, Princess Elizabeth, 21, married her "angel," Prince Philip of Greece and Denmark, 26. In Hello!'s 24-page tribute to their platinum anniversary, we looked back on their union in words and photos: from that very first sighting as teenagers to their wedding, ascent to the throne, travels and the growing family they cherish. Photo: Getty Images
NOVEMBER HAPPY 70TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY! On Nov. 20, 1947, Princess Elizabeth, 21, married her “angel,” Prince Philip of Greece and Denmark, 26. In Hello!’s 24-page tribute to their platinum anniversary, we looked back on their union in words and photos: from that very first sighting as teenagers to their wedding, ascent to the throne, travels and the growing family they cherish. Photo: © Getty Images
FAREWELL TO A 'DAYDREAMER' David Cassidy, best known as the oldest son on 1970s musical sitcom <i>The Partridge Family</i>, died in a Florida hospital at the age of 67 while awaiting a liver transplant. The <i>I Think I Love You</i> singer was also battling dementia. Photo: Getty Images
FAREWELL TO A ‘DAYDREAMER’ David Cassidy, best known as the oldest son on 1970s musical sitcom The Partridge Family, died in a Florida hospital at the age of 67 while awaiting a liver transplant. The I Think I Love You singer was also battling dementia. Photo: © Getty Images
<B>DECEMBER</B> ROYAL SPARKLE The Duchess of Cambridge donned the Cambridge Lover's Knot tiara her late mother-in-law's favorite for a palace reception. Created in 1914 for Queen Mary, it was a wedding gift from the Queen to Princess Diana and is now one of Kate's favorites, too. Photo: Getty Images
DECEMBER ROYAL SPARKLE The Duchess of Cambridge donned the Cambridge Lover’s Knot tiara – her late mother-in-law’s favorite – for a palace reception. Created in 1914 for Queen Mary, it was a wedding gift from the Queen to Princess Diana and is now one of Kate’s favorites, too. Photo: Getty Images
PICTURE OF HAPPINESS Prince Harry and Meghan Markle released two beautiful official engagement photos on December 21. The stunning snaps, which were taken by Alexi Lubomirski at Frogmore House in Windsor, show the loved-up couple holding hands in one photo, while in another Meghan has her hand resting on Harry's cheek as he smiles at her. Meghan looked gorgeous in two looks a Victoria Beckham sweater and a sheer Ralph & Russo gown. Photo: Alexi Lubomirski/Getty Images
PICTURE OF HAPPINESS Prince Harry and Meghan Markle released two beautiful official engagement photos on December 21. The stunning snaps, which were taken by Alexi Lubomirski at Frogmore House in Windsor, show the loved-up couple holding hands in one photo, while in another Meghan has her hand resting on Harry's cheek as he smiles at her. Meghan looked gorgeous in two looks – a Victoria Beckham sweater and a sheer Ralph & Russo gown. Photo: Alexi Lubomirski/Getty Images
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