King Charles’ hot equerry Lt. Col. Johnny Thompson given new role out of the spotlight after public hysteria
nypost.comthe ailing monarch’s coronation festivities in May, has reportedly transitioned into a more behind-the-scenes role. A palace source claimed to the Times on Thursday that Thompson, 40, “remains senior equerry to the King and the Queen, in a more executive and less public-facing role.”The outlet added that Thompson is “understood not to have enjoyed the public attention he received after attending several high-profile events with the King.” The Post has contacted Buckingham Palace for comment.
An equerry is an officer of the British royal household who assists members of the family. Thompson has tended to Charles, 75, since the death of Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022, although he is believed to have worked for Charles since 2020.
Thompson was most recently seen escorting the royal family to the Church of St. Mary Magdalene at Sandringham on Christmas Day.
Social media users deemed Thompson, who is known for appearing alongside the royal family in kilts, “Major Eye Candy” after Charles’ coronation.
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