Penny Lancaster, who measures 6ft1, met King Charles at Dumfries House, the headquarters of The King's Foundation, to launch its 35th anniversary celebrations.

Penny Lancaster was forced to make a brutal change to her appearance when she met King Charles - because of his history with Princess Diana. 5ft 10ins Charles was apparently nervous when he first peered up at 6ft 1ins Penny.

Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster have been appointed ambassadors for The King’s Foundation as it celebrates its 35th anniversary

Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster have been appointed ambassadors for The King's Foundation. Rod, who just turned 80, and Penny, 53, join other celebrity ambassadors including Sienna Miller, David Beckham and Naomi Campbell.

Sir Rod Stewart, 80, and his wife Penny Lancaster, 53, have been announced as the newest celebrity ambassadors for The King's Foundation. The couple will join existing ambassadors including David Beckham and Sienna Miller in supporting the royal charity's initiatives.