King Charles and Kate Middleton are said to share a cordial relationship as in-laws. However, some sources claim there are boundaries to how much Charles is willing to assist Princess Kate in preparing for her future position within the monarchy.
Royal author and expert Christopher Andersen discussed Princess Kate’s role in the Royal Family during an interview with Fox News. While describing Kate as “tough-minded, a realist,” Andersen noted that although King Charles appreciates his daughter-in-law, he is unlikely to play a role in shaping her future as queen.
“Because of their shared cancer battle, Kate and The King have strengthened their bond in ways neither could have imagined,” Andersen shared with Fox News. “King Charles was so impressed with her grace and grit that he bestowed a singular honor on Kate, making her a Royal Companion of Honour, an unmistakable sign of his faith in her ability to help carry the monarchy forward.”
Despite this, Andersen pointed out that King Charles is very clear about his boundaries. According to The Sun, the monarch “refuses” to provide Kate with guidance. Andersen elaborated, “But beyond that, The King is not about to be giving Kate advice about being a future queen.” He further explained, “That would simply give oxygen to the notion that he might not be around much longer, and Charles III intends to stay put on the throne for years to come.”
Andersen also alleged that Queen Camilla had no intention of discussing Princess Kate’s future role with her. “For much of the same reason, Camilla has not felt compelled to speak with Kate about what it’s like to be queen,” Andersen stated. “While Charles is fond of Kate, the best that can be said about the current queen and the next one is that they have a grudging respect for each other.”
British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard also discussed Charles’s bond with Princess Kate during an interview with Fox News. Chard remarked, “King Charles is extremely fond and proud of his daughter-in-law,” adding, “I believe he is one of her biggest fans. They share similar passions, and he recognizes her wow factor, empathy, and resilience. She is solution-focused and is certainly the glue between Prince William and King Charles III.”
