King Hubert, the Monarch
In the classic Sleeping Beauty (1959), King Hubert stands out as one of the most likeable and optimistic characters in the story. Father of Prince Philip, he has always wanted to unite his kingdom with King Stefan through the marriage of his children, Philip and Aurora. Since the heirs' childhood, Hubert has nurtured the hope of a peaceful and prosperous future for both kingdoms.
Unlike the serious and concerned King Stefan, Hubert is friendly, outgoing and loves to celebrate. In one of his most memorable scenes, he shares a banquet with Stefan, where he expresses his impatience for the wedding to happen soon. However, his enthusiasm is momentarily shaken when he discovers that Philip is in love with an "unknown peasant girl", without knowing that it is Aurora herself.
Despite the challenges imposed by Maleficent's curse, Hubert's wish comes true when Philip defeats the villain and awakens Aurora with a kiss of true love. In the end, the king sees his dream come true and his kingdoms united in a happy ending worthy of a fairy tale.
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