What Exactly Is Prince Charles Doing to Catherine Zeta-Jones?

Actress receives the royal honor of becoming a Commander of the Order of the British Empire

We interrupt our relentless regular coverage of the royal family to bring you a story that has absolutely nothing to do with Prince William and Kate Middleton's pending nuptials.

That's right. While those kids prepare for their big day, papa Prince Charles is keeping busy with things like making Catherine Zeta-Jones a Commander of the Order of the British Empire in recognition of her services to the film industry and her charity work. (Phew! After seeing that photo were wondering exactly what HRH was doing with his hand...)

The ceremony took place on today at Buckingham Palace with the Welsh star's husband, Michael Douglas, on hand, along with the couple's two children.

OK, but have they seen William and Kate's wedding invitation?! Yep, we're obsessed.