A black-tie state dinner typically recognizes the head of state or government of a close U.S. ally, showcasing ties between the two nations. President Joe Biden and the first lady are hosting two ...

The Obamas’ State Dinner for then-French President Francois Hollande in 2014 brought a star-studded guest list that included Bradley Cooper, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Stephen Colbert and Elon Musk.

Nowadays, the term "state dinner" is used exclusively to refer to dinners hosted by the White House in honor of foreign heads of state when they visit the U.S. -- and they're huge diplomatic events.

Nowadays, the term "state dinner" is used exclusively to refer to dinners hosted by the White House in honor of foreign heads of state when they visit the U.S. -- and they're huge diplomatic events.

The state dinner can sometimes be a means of smoothing over hiccups among allies. Mr. Biden hosted President Emmanuel Macron of France for the first state visit of his administration, ...

Ronald Reagan’s first state dinner in 1981 was for Margaret Thatcher, a nod to the United States’ close ties with Britain and its conservative leader.

Princess Diana's former personal chef, has claimed King Charles' decision to bring in Raymond Blanc to help with the state banquet at Windsor Castle is 'a huge slap in the face'

What is a state dinner, and why do we have them? State dinners are typically carried out in black-tie formal attire, with official speeches and toasts, elaborate food and notable celebrity guests.

Prince William's unusual behaviour following his father King Charles' speech at the state banquet has left royal fans making the same furious point.