In an unprecedented move, King Charles has made a surprising decision that has left Queen Camilla quite displeased. This bold action significantly favors his daughter-in-law, Princess Catherine, and has caused quite a stir within the royal household. The repercussions of this decision are expected to be substantial.
Initially, Prince William’s beloved wife was hesitant to accept the title of Princess of Wales, fearing comparisons to her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana. However, when King Charles ascended the throne following Queen Elizabeth II's passing, he quickly bestowed the title of Prince of Wales on William, which in turn made Catherine the Princess of Wales.
What are your thoughts on this development? Share your opinion in the comments below if you agree that King Charles III made a wise decision in honoring Catherine. Over the years, as Princess of Wales, Catherine has worked tirelessly to enhance the royal family's reputation, particularly through her leadership in numerous foundations and charitable causes. Her efforts clearly echo the legacy of her esteemed mother-in-law, Princess Diana, who would undoubtedly be proud of this recognition.
At one point, Catherine even considered following Queen Camilla’s example. When Camilla married Charles, she chose to become the Duchess of Cornwall rather than take on the title of Princess of Wales. In a surprising twist, as Queen Camilla approaches her 77th birthday, it seems to align with the late Queen Elizabeth’s wish for her son’s spouse to hold that title when the time came for her to step down. Camilla officially became King Charles's consort in September 2022, which led to Catherine inheriting the title of Duchess of Cornwall.
It’s worth noting that Camilla held the title of Princess of Wales before Catherine. Although she was legally entitled to the title, it was agreed upon during Charles and Camilla's marriage in April 2005 that she would use the HRH Duchess of Cornwall title instead. This decision was likely made out of respect for the late Princess Diana and to minimize public resentment towards Charles’s ex-wife.
Currently, Catherine holds the titles of Duchess of Cambridge, Princess of Wales, and Duchess of Cornwall, having received the Cambridge titles upon her marriage to Prince William in 2011. According to a royal insider, King Charles has made a historic move by naming Princess William's wife as a Royal Companion of the Order of the Companions of Honour. This prestigious recognition highlights her 13 years of dedicated service to the royal family and her strong support of the arts. Notably, this is the first time in over 107 years that a member of the royal family has received this honor, making Princess Catherine the first to meet these stringent criteria in more than a century.
This decision clearly demonstrates King Charles’s support for Catherine, who is also dealing with several health issues. However, Queen Camilla was reportedly shocked by the news. She had anticipated that if anyone were to receive the Royal Order of Honorary Companions, it would be her. Although she knew Catherine was a candidate, Camilla had expected to end the 107-year period without awards. Upon hearing her husband's decision, Queen Camilla was stunned and bewildered. Royal experts suggest that the King’s increasing support for his family, particularly his children, may have left the Queen Consort feeling undervalued.
