Kate Middleton is the guiding force behind the royal family, according to Prince William's former private secretary.
- Prince William's former private secretary Jamie Lowther-Pinkerton has shared an insight into Kate Middleton's pivotal role within the royal fold.
- Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the newly appointed Princess of Wales is believed to have stepped up with Prince William to take on more responsibilities within the Firm.
- This royal news comes after Kate Middleton stunned in a blue vintage Chanel blazer as she stepped out with Prince William.
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, who died aged 96 at Balmoral Castle in September, a former royal staff member has shared that Kate Middleton is the family member stepping up to fill the role of the family's matriarch, offering guidance and support.
Speaking to People, Jamie Lowther-Pinkerton, who worked for Prince William as his private secretary, detailed how the Princess of Wales, who is mother to Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, is stepping up to the mark.
"She is a matriarch. Not in the sense of an older woman in a twin set and pearls, but she guides the family and advises [William] when he wants it," he explained.
Pointing out that Princess Catherine is taking on a modernized role as one of the heads of the family, Jamie Lowther-Pinkerton continued, "Not in the sense of an older woman in a twin set and pearls, but she guides the family."
This follows reports that Kate intends to 'create her own path' and carve her own way after taking on her new Princess of Wales title.
"The new Princess of Wales appreciates the history associated with this role but will understandably want to look to the future as she creates her own path," a royal source told The Guardian, with royal experts predicting Kate will continue to hone in on her interest in the early childhood years.
"Kate has been increasingly hands-on and has shown a particular interest in early-years development, so I imagine she would like her legacy to show that she made a difference in that area," royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams told the publication.
-
Sarah Jessica Parker just gave her skinny jeans a surprising spring update and the result has us reaching for this outfit combinationSarah Jessica Parker shows us how to update jeans to wear them throughout spring with one simple styling trick
-
My confidence 'soared' after I tried the 3-2-1 workout method - here's how it revolutionised my routineFor the past two weeks, I have been doing the 3-2-1 workout method to boost my fitness, flexibility, and strength
-
Kate Middleton is that you? Her floral dress, side-swept fringe and pink blazer deserve a comebackThe building blocks for the Princess’ signature style were always there in her looks and this outfit can easily be updated for 2025.
-
Kate Middleton and Prince William to spend anniversary in bittersweet location holding 'happiest and saddest' memoriesJust like King Charles and Queen Camilla, the Prince and Princess of Wales will mark their wedding anniversary away from home this year.
-
I’ve been writing about the royals for years - here’s what I predict Kate Middleton will wear at Easter (and what I wish she’d wear instead)All eyes will be on the Princess of Wales if she attends the Royal Family's Easter Sunday church service for the first time since 2023
-
Remember when Prince William and Kate Middleton broke royal protocol at Easter? Here's why it's unlikely to happen againThe Royal Family might be taking a more modern approach these days, but there are some traditions and protocols that they still uphold.
-
Kate Middleton's go-to bag for special occasions is a wedding season essential you'll reach for time and time againThe Princess of Wales always reaches for the same elegant style of bag for formal events and it works beautifully for weddings.
-
Kate Middleton declares baker boy hats back for 2025 in new Love Actually-esque outfitThe Princess of Wales's signature style is all about timelessness but that doesn’t mean that she never gets on board with trends.
-
Prince George will start a new school this year and 'smart money' is on Kate and William choosing this one, says royal expertPrince George only has just over a year left at Lambrook School and Emily Andrews believes there's a top contender for his next one.
-
Queen Camilla takes note of Kate Middleton's love of polka dots with charming collared number in RomeIf we had to pick the Princess of Wales’s favourite print it would be polka dots and Queen Camilla just emulated her style in Rome.
