Kate Middleton’s one female royal relative who has been tower of strength in difficult year
Princess Kate has received support from her husband Prince William and family during her health struggles this year, but another female Royal has also been a source of comfort.
Royal biographer Claudia Joseph revealed that Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, has been a “tower of strength” for Kate.
Claudia told Fabulous: “I’m sure that Sophie has been a tower of strength through Kate’s cancer diagnosis and will be there for her at the end of the phone whenever she wants a chat.”
The two women, who live just 11 miles apart, have developed a close bond, evident in their interactions at the Remembrance service in London, where Sophie was seen placing a supportive hand on Kate’s back at the end of the service.. Claudia added: “They are incredibly close and live only 11 miles from each other – Kate in Adelaide Cottage in Windsor Home Park and Sophie at Bagshot Park.
“Interestingly, while Meghan rebuffed Sophie’s offer to mentor her on life as a royal, Kate gracefully jumped at The Queen’s suggestion – she saw her as a solid and trustworthy member of The Firm – and the women have become close as Kate adapts to her new role as Princess of Wales.
“She has found that Sophie is a true confidante and sounding board and they have developed a mutual respect and an unbreakable bond.”
