King Charles III is back in the British spotlight after a heartwarming exchange with a 104-year-old Second World War veteran during his first official visit to the Isle of Man. The King, who is widely popular for his refined sense of humor, drops another joke about the challenges of growing older.
The pair first met during the 80th anniversary commemorations of VJ Day last year. Since then, the King has nurtured a special relationship with the veteran, who is a decorated Burma campaign veteran and recipient of the Burma Star, at Port Soderick Beach, home to the charity Heroes On The Water Isle of Man.
During a visit to the Isle of Man, The King sat down with James Fenton, a 104-year-old Burma Star veteran.
James is one of the last surviving veterans of the Burma Campaign. His Majesty previously met him at commemorations for the 80th anniversary of VJ Day in 2025. pic.twitter.com/onshpF4rT4
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) July 14, 2026
Fenton wished the monarch well as the King smiled and replied: “I don’t know how you do it – it’s bad enough at my age. It’s terrible because bits keep dropping off.” That brought the laughter to the room
The organization supports injured military personnel and emergency service workers, and King Charles III is the perfect booster of the organization through his special visit. King Charles III also reportedly held the veteran’s hand throughout their conversation, making it an even more special moment.
