The royal skipped this year's Variety performance because she “didn’t want to spoil anyone else’s enjoyment with her cough.”

Queen Camilla will not be attending the Royal Variety Performance on Friday, following lingering symptoms from a recent chest infection. Doctors have advised the Queen - who is 77 - to prioritise rest as she continues to recover from her infection that resulted in her pulling out from many scheduled events including Remembrance Sunday.

The Queen will miss the annual charity event due to ongoing health issues that have affected her participation in royal duties

Queen pulls out of Royal Variety Performance because of chest infection symptoms - Camilla had resumed appearances at public engagements but has been advised to rest.