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Princess Kate Middleton joined the royal family in April 2011 after her wedding to King Charles III’s eldest son, Prince William. William and Kate first met as undergraduate students at the University of St Andrews in Scotland. After becoming close friends, the pair eventually started dating. Amid their courtship, William brought Kate home to meet his family.
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When Kate first visited Balmoral, it was a significant moment as she met Charles," noted royal expert Christopher Andersen in his 2011 book 'William and Kate: A Royal Love Story'. Andersen commended Kate for her "assuming grace," which left a favorable impression on Charles.
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One of Kate’s early public appearances was at her then-boyfriend William's Sovereign's Parade at Sandhurst, where military cadets graduate in front of the reigning monarch. Kate sat in the front row with her parents, Michael and Carole Middleton, alongside Charles and his wife, Queen Camilla.
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As William and Kate prepared for their wedding, Charles played a significant role in the planning. In a May 2020 radio interview on Classic FM, Charles mentioned his enjoyment in organizing music for weddings and shared that William was open to his suggestions for their big day. After the wedding, William and Kate drove away in Charles’ Aston Martin.
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In December 2012, Charles shared with reporters his feelings about becoming a grandfather later in life. He expressed his joy and excitement about Kate's first pregnancy, stating, "I’m thrilled, marvelous."
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In July 2017, during a family appearance at the Tyne Cot cemetery to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the battle of Passchendaele, Charles greeted Kate with a peck on the cheek.
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In June 2021, during a visit to the Eden Project, Kate affectionately greeted Charles with the words, "Hello, Grandpa! How are you?" Charles is a grandfather of five, including three children from William and two from Harry.
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In June 2022, William and Kate beamed with joy as they rode in an open-top carriage alongside Charles and Camilla on their way to the annual Garter Day celebrations.
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In September 2022, Kate was officially named the new Princess of Wales, alongside William's title of Prince of Wales, after he became the sovereign.
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In May 2023, after Charles and Camilla became the monarchs of England, they exited Westminster Abbey in a procession. When Charles passed by Kate's seat, she bowed as a sign of respect.
Take a stroll through royal history and discover the intriguing relationship between King Charles III and his daughter-in-law Princess Kate Middleton. From their first meetings to their current roles, explore how their bond has developed over time within the royal family.
Join us as we unravel the story behind this unique connection between a king and his daughter-in-law.