Kate Winslet joins The King’s Foundation as its newest ambassador, officially stepping into her role after meeting King Charles at St. James’s Palace earlier this month. Winslet, an Academy Award-winning actress known for her work both on screen and in philanthropy, expressed her enthusiasm for contributing to the foundation alongside other notable ambassadors, including David Beckham, Sienna Miller, and Rod Stewart.
Winslet Shares Her Commitment to Supporting King Charles’s Initiatives
During her meeting with King Charles, Winslet pledged her full commitment to the foundation, saying,
“Don’t worry, I’ll be all in—I’ve got your back,”
—Kate Winslet, Ambassador.
Winslet emphasized her shared passion with His Majesty for environmental protection and education, stating,
“One of my passions is exploring ways that we can protect and promote the natural world—something I have in common with His Majesty,”
—Kate Winslet, Ambassador. She underscored how important it is to encourage young people to learn about and engage with the countryside, which she described as deeply meaningful to her personally.
Celebrating The King’s Foundation’s Legacy and Environmental Vision
The foundation, originally established by King Charles in 1990, focuses on advocating for a positive global change through environmental stewardship and education. Winslet noted the significance of her appointment coinciding with the foundation’s 35th anniversary:
“I am so thrilled to become an ambassador for The King’s Foundation, particularly as the charity celebrates its 35th anniversary this year,”
—Kate Winslet, Ambassador.
She continued to highlight the foundation’s work, adding,
“The King’s Foundation does such fantastic work to prioritize and protect nature and our wonderful planet, in particular championing field to form farming, as well as getting young people outdoors and learning about our beautiful countryside and how we can all play a part in protecting its future—all things that are deeply important to me and to so many of us,”
—Kate Winslet, Ambassador.
Reflecting on her recent involvement, Winslet said,
“it’s been fascinating learning about what the foundation does over these past few months, and I am really looking forward to collaborating with the other ambassadors so we can discuss ways in which we can collectively make a positive difference.”
—Kate Winslet, Ambassador.
The organization’s guiding mission remains
“for the change His Majesty wants to see in the world.”
—The King’s Foundation
Foundation Leaders Embrace Winslet’s Involvement
Kristina Murrin, chief executive for The King’s Foundation, expressed her delight regarding the new ambassador:
“It has been fantastic to get to know Kate.”
—Kristina Murrin, Chief Executive. Murrin confirmed the foundation’s energetic outlook toward their ongoing partnership:
“We look forward to working with Kate to promote our work over many years to come,”
—Kristina Murrin, Chief Executive.
The Path Ahead for The King’s Foundation’s Newest Ambassador
With Kate Winslet joining The King’s Foundation, attention turns to how her influence—and the combined efforts of ambassadors like Sienna Miller, Rod Stewart, and David Beckham—can highlight and advance the foundation’s work. Winslet’s passion for environmental advocacy and youth engagement aligns closely with King Charles’s vision, and the foundation’s 35th anniversary marks a significant opportunity for growth and renewed commitment. The coming years will reveal the impact of this strengthened partnership on environmental protection, education, and public engagement across the United Kingdom and beyond.
