Queen Camilla has opened up about her recent forthright comments — which have allegedly upset both Kate, Princess of Wales and Prince Anne — in a shocking new royal family scandal. The palace is anxious to keep relations between some of the most competed women in Royal life civil after the Queen consort's candid comments on the future of monarchy and her no-holds-barred views on female roles among royal circles.
Rumours that the down-to-earth Duchess of Cornwall made sexist remarks at a closed-door royal meeting, which were allegedly leaked to the tabloids. In these comments, Queen Camilla reportedly criticized the traditional roles that female royals have been expected to play, hinting at the need for a more modern approach to women’s duties within the royal family. While her words were likely intended to stir a conversation about reform, they did not sit well with everyone — particularly Kate and Princess Anne.
Kate, who has long been seen as the epitome of royal grace and duty, is said to have been taken aback by the Queen consort’s boldness. As the future Queen, Kate has consistently worked within the royal family’s traditional expectations, and the idea of altering those roles appears to have struck a chord. “Kate feels that the monarchy has worked for centuries in a certain way, and these comments are an unsettling challenge to that tradition,” one insider shared.
Princess Anne, who has always been known for her no-nonsense approach to royal life and her dedication to duty, reportedly reacted with similar shock. Anne, who has long carried the weight of royal responsibilities without the fanfare or attention afforded to her siblings, is said to feel that Camilla’s comments undermine the very foundations upon which the monarchy has been built.
The tension is palpable as the royal family grapples with the changing roles of its members. While Camilla’s words may have been meant to spark a necessary discussion about the monarchy’s evolution, it seems they have instead created deep divides among the women closest to the throne.
As the fallout from this royal scandal continues to unfold, questions arise: Will Queen Camilla’s bold stance lead to a broader shift within the royal family, or will it deepen the rift between the women of the monarchy? Only time will reveal how this latest controversy will shape the future of the British royal family.