Meghan Markle reportedly doesn’t have a good relationship with Queen Camilla – and eyebrows are still raised over where Kate Middleton stands with her stepmother-in-law!
The two women have long had a confusing relationship, with some people insisting that they respect and care for each other, while others claim they “can barely bear to stay in the same room as one another” and just put on a united front in public. So what’s the truth?
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Queen Camilla Is Reportedly Already Feeling 'Sidelined'
While we still don't know the official truth, new reports are suggesting that the Princess of Wales is far from the Queen Consort's biggest fan. According to insiders, the mom-of-three is fully aware that it "won't be long" before husband Prince William ascends the throne, and she has no intention of shrinking herself in the meantime.
In fact, some insiders are claiming that the shift is already underway, as evidenced by her appearance at recent royal events. Queen Camilla has allegedly been feeling "sidelined" at some recent events, including the U.S. state banquet at the end of last year, where the Prince and Princess of Wales appeared to command much of the attention, as well as during the recent Christmas celebrations.
King Charles and Queen Camilla were notably absent from the Princess of Wales' 'Together at Christmas' carol concert at Westminster Abbey in December 2025. The official line was that it was because they didn't want to outshine her or steal the spotlight; but after reading reports, it seems like Camilla may have struggled with the idea of playing second fiddle at an event so closely associated with Kate.
Queen Camilla Is Still 'Reeling' From Recent Events
"Kate's been center stage over Christmas, and Camilla's been feeling sidelined," an insider reportedly told Closer. "She's still reeling from the banquet, feeling Kate's tiara was no accident and highly symbolic. Kate was effectively telling the world that it won't be long before she's Queen," they went on, in reference to the Princess of Wales' regal attire at the banquet.
"Kate is stronger than people think, and she is not backing down. There's no doubt Camilla is panicked – but instead of falling into line and respecting Kate, she's chosen to be territorial," they went on, before going on to suggest that Queen Camilla would be wise to tread carefully.
"Camilla needs to dial back this envy and resentment before it becomes a bigger problem. After everything Kate's been through, the last thing she needs is to be pulled to pieces just for trying to do her job. She won't back down."
