The figure of Queen Camilla, wife of King Charles III, has been shrouded in controversy over the years, mainly due to her past and her relationship with the monarch when he was still married to Princess Diana.
This love story, which weighed down Camilla’s reputation for a long time, is now accompanied by new revelations that raise more criticism towards her.
One of the most discussed aspects has been the animosity that existed between Camilla and Charles’ sons, Prince William and Prince Harry.
In his book “Spare,” Harry does not hesitate to express his dissatisfaction regarding his father’s relationship with Camilla, revealing that both he and William “begged” the king not to marry her.
In his statements, Harry suggests that there were rifts and mistrust, even claiming that Camilla was leaking information to the press about them.
The tension between Camilla and the princes seems to have been maintained over time, but the recent revelation about her opinion of William and Kate Middleton’s relationship adds a new layer of complexity to their family interaction.
What did Queen Camilla have to say about Kate Middleton?
According to author Christopher Andersen, Camilla did not initially endorse the romance between William and Kate, considering her out of her aristocratic class, reports The New York Post.
This accounts for an elitist view that has been criticized and resonates with the perception that Queen Camilla is somewhat intimidated by William.
“Camilla’s a believer in aristocracy [and] kind of a snob,” Andersen said, adding that Camilla didn’t think Middleton “was of their class.”
He also claimed that William merely “tolerates” his stepmother, and that Camilla “has always been a little afraid of William.”
However, despite those initial differences, the relationship between William and Camilla has reportedly been improving, especially after Harry distanced himself from the royal family in 2020.
According to close sources, William’s rapprochement toward his stepmother has been influenced by Kate, who has always treated Camilla with kindness and respect.
This positive attitude has allowed tensions to ease, showing that, despite past conflicts, the family can find a path toward reconciliation.
The current family dynamic reflects the complexity of relationships in the British royals, where blood ties and social norms are intertwined.
As Camilla continues in her role as queen consort, public perception of her continues to evolve, influenced by her history, her decisions, and the way she interacts with members of the royal family.