
Kristin Contino
Kristin Contino is Marie Claire's Senior Royal and Celebrity editor. She's been covering royalty since 2018—including major moments such as the Platinum Jubilee, Queen Elizabeth II’s death and King Charles III's coronation—and places a particular focus on the British Royal Family's style and what it means.
Prior to working at Marie Claire, she wrote about celebrity and royal fashion at Page Six Style and covered royalty from around the world as chief reporter at Royal Central. Kristin has provided expert commentary for outlets including the BBC, Sky News, US Weekly, the Today Show and many others.
Kristin is also the published author of two novels, “The Legacy of Us” and “A House Full of Windsor.” She's passionate about travel, history, horses, and learning everything she can about her favorite city in the world, London.
Latest articles by Kristin Contino
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Queen Elizabeth Was "Absolutely Adamant" to Not Attend King Charles and Queen Camilla's Civil Wedding Ceremony
The couple is celebrating their 20th anniversary on April 9.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Former Butler Reveals the "Extraordinary" Gesture King Charles Made to Him on His Wedding Day
"You pinch yourself, thinking, 'I can't believe this.'"
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Queen Camilla Dazzles in a $10 Million Brooch With Ties to Queen Victoria and Princess Diana
The Queen looked regal in blue during a state visit to Italy with King Charles.
By Kristin Contino Published
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James Middleton Admits His Son "Spent the First Year of His Life Thinking He was a Dog"
"He'd crawl around on all fours, which was entertaining to watch."
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Prince William and Princess Kate are "Acutely Aware" of "Problems" for Charlotte and Louis
A royal expert suggested Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis could look to one duo for inspiration.
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Prince Harry’s Lawyer Says the Royal Felt "Forced to Step Back" From Royal Life Over Security Battle
The Duke of Sussex attended a court hearing in London on April 8.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle Reveals "Scary" Post-Birth Health Battle in First Episode of New Podcast
"I mean life or death, truly."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis Set to Make a Historic May Appearance
It's going to be a royal first.
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Princess Diana Lost Her Temper in a Relatable Mom Moment Caught on Camera: "Shush!"
The late princess got stern with one of her kids during a resurfaced interview.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William and Princess Kate Have Broken Tradition With This "Natural Development" in Terms of Their Public Life
The Prince and Princess of Wales are moving on from the more "formal" ways of the past.
By Kristin Contino Published
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According to a New Update, King Charles Seems Unwilling to Heed Queen Camilla's Health Advice
"I almost forgot that he was battling cancer the past year," commentator Samara Gill said.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Diana's Former Butler Says The King's First Marriage "Will Define His Lifetime" Vs. His Relationship With Camilla
"Isn’t it strange to think Charles has been married to Camilla longer than he was married to Diana?"
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Prince Harry and Prince William Had the Cutest Nickname for Their Beloved Childhood Bodyguard, Who Has Died at Age 77
Graham Craker, who walked behind Princess Diana's hearse, has sadly passed away.
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King Charles Is Forced to Issue a Statement Regarding Prince Andrew's "Chinese Spy" Scandal
New documents claim the Duke of York held secret meetings with his brother at Windsor Castle.
By Kristin Contino Published
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One of Queen Elizabeth's Great-Granddaughters Is the Spitting Image of Prince Philip in Sweet Video
Queen Elizabeth and Princess Charlotte aren't the only royal lookalikes.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William Has Broken From Tradition to Prove He's "His Own Man"
"William wanted to strike out on his own."
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Princess Diana's Friend Reveals How She Helped Sneak the Royal Into a Gay Bar With Freddie Mercury
"I can transport myself back to that lunch and just see Diana throwing her head back laughing."
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Princess Kate Might Be Heading to South America This Fall After Major Palace Announcement
Fingers crossed.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Märtha Louise and Her Hollywood Shaman Husband Share Their Top Relationship Tips
"Take responsibility for your triggers," the clairvoyant princess said.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince Harry Breaks His Silence in War of Words With Charity Chair Citing "Blatant Lies" Against Him
"What has transpired over the last week has been heartbreaking to witness," the Duke of Sussex said in a statement.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Queen Elizabeth Once Enjoyed Her Own Personal Andrew Lloyd Webber Musical
The custom show was created for her 60th birthday, according to famed lyricist Tim Rice.
By Kristin Contino Published
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The Royal Family Has Seen a Rise in Stalkers Over the Past 3 Years
"The difficult task is identifying those with the means and determination to act."
By Kristin Contino Published
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A Beloved Royal Godson Has Died Following a Head Injury
The former politician suffered from a subdural hematoma.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Inside King Charles's "Special" and Personal New "Tribute" to Queen Elizabeth and the Queen Mother
The monarch is sharing elements of his childhood for a new generation to discover.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle Gives Fans an Even Bigger Peek Into Her Closet—And Her Real Kitchen—In New Instagram Posts
The copper pot envy is real.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle's As Ever Collection Finally Launches—And Sells Out Within Minutes
Jam for the win.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Beatrice Is Following in the Footsteps of a Surprising Royal
The second-time mom has an incredible example in this regal figure.
By Kristin Contino Published