Kate Middleton is ‘steel in a velvet glove’ - just like Queen Mother

Prince William and Kate share some adorable and sauce nicknames for each other including one 'gentle dig' which was inspired by the late Queen, one royal author has claimed.

The Daily Express, the late Queen Elizabeth II was the first in the family to learn that George had arrived in 2013 due to royal protocol, as the reigning monarch is “always notified first.” The queen passed away in September at the age of 96, after a 70-year reign.George, meanwhile, celebrated his 10th birthday on Saturday.William reportedly delivered the news of his birth to the queen with a specially encrypted phone — before the couple could tell their own friends and other family members.William and Middleton, both 41, had to make sure the queen liked the prince’s name, as she had to approve it, The Daily Express reported.Prince George Alexander Louis was born at 4:24 p.m. on July 22, 2013, at St.

Much like his father before him, it is thought Prince George is already beginning to learn the full extent of what lies ahead in his future. As well as learning from his parents, the second in line to the throne is said to be having regular "informal chats" with his grandfather, King Charles, according to royal expert and author Robert Jobson.

King Charles and Queen Camilla have wished the monarch's grandson Prince George happy birthday. George, who is second in line to the throne, has been pictured sitting on a set of steps at Windsor ahead of his 10th birthday.The photograph has been shared on social media in a Royal tradition where a new official image is shared on momentous occasions.

Kate Middleton’s brother, James Middleton, 36, made a rare appearance on the UK talk show “Good Morning Britain” to comment on his older sister.“She’s my sister…. and I’m extremely proud and I’m always taken aback by how much she does do, and that continues to stay at the forefront of my mind,” he said, according to The UK Sun.

Queen Camilla is celebrating her 76th birthday and getting tributes from fans and her closest royal family members. On Monday, Kate Middleton and Prince William's official Twitter account shared a smiling photo of the newly crowned queen with the caption, «A very happy birthday to Her Majesty The Queen!»A very happy birthday to Her Majesty The Queen!

per the Daily Mail. And, according to a few palace insiders, the couple is currently “making George aware” of his future duties in “the best way they can” — making sure it’s not “too burdensome.”“It’s a massive balancing act,” one palace insider recently divulged to People.

As one of the most instantly-recognisable women in the world, The Princess of Wales is on her way to becoming a true royal icon.The once-quiet and reserved Kate has been replaced by an assured, playful - and occasionally forceful - figure, commanding as much respect from the public as King Charles or Prince William could ever hope for. Kate certainly began her royal journey in William’s shadow, and was shy at times in the early days.

, who stepped out at the All England Club earlier this week.The couple looked loved-up as they took in the action on another busy day at SW19, which saw , golden girl of British tennis, sail through to the third round of the tournament. James Middleton, dapper in a linen suit and contrasting , put a protective arm around his wife, who leaned into his side.

most recently patted the 41-year-old’s backside during King Charles’ Scottish coronation at St Giles Cathedral on Wednesday.James divulged to the Mirror that the mother of three “did her now signature bum-pat gesture and the couple tend to use eye contact and exchange smiles as they speak.” She noted that there is a “contrast in the way” that William and Middleton communicate versus Charles and his wife, Queen Camilla.“The King and Queen are more like a ventriloquist act — both muttering asides to the other in a way that doesn’t look like real conversation.

Kate Middleton and Prince William kept close on the front row during King Charles III‘s National Service of Thanksgiving and Dedication Ceremony in Edinburgh, Scotland on Wednesday (July 5).

, Kate Middleton did a style 180, donning a bright royal blue ensemble for an official visit to Scotland.Known as the Duchess of Rothesay while in Scotland (the UK is one country and four countries; don’t worry about it), she and her husband were attending a National Service of Thanksgiving and Dedication for King Charles III and Queen Camilla, held at St. Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh.

Kate Middleton's younger brother is about to be a dad! James Middleton took to Instagram on Wednesday and shared that he and his wife, Alizee, are expecting a baby.«We couldn’t be more excited … well Mable might be ❤️,» the proud dog dad wrote in his caption. «It was a very difficult start to the year after losing my beloved Ella however we will end the year with the most precious little addition to our growing family ❤️.»Ella was James' Cocker Spaniel, who died in January. In the post, James posted two photos of Alizee and the couple's doggies as she shows off her baby bump. A post shared by James Middleton (@jmidy)The baby news comes nearly two years after Kate and Pippa Middleton's younger brother tied the knot in France.

Prince William and Kate Middleton tagged along to Scotland for an event honoring King Charles III as the new monarch and Queen Camilla.William, Charles and Camilla all donned traditional royal garb, while Middleton looked stunning in a long blue coat — to go along with her blue heels and blue hat — at a ceremony held Wednesday at St. Giles' Cathedral.

The Prince and Princess of Wales are making a rare joint appearance alongside King Charles and Queen Camilla today during a special royal ceremony in Edinburgh.

Kate Middleton was a vision as she arrived for the second day of Wimbledon on Tuesday, 4 July. The 41 year old opted for a mint green double-breasted blazer with white lapels and a pleated white skirt as the highly anticipated event gets underway.The mum-of-three finished the classy look with a pair of pointed white heels.

is famous for its strict insistence on on the tennis court. However, when it comes to outfits on the sidelines, there’s more room for self-expression, even though there are still common trends that emerge.

Princess Catherine (aka Kate Middleton) truly has an eye for details.

Kate Middleton was reportedly the senior royal behind 'hardening up' the official response to Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle's claims of racism following their bombshell interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021.

Kate Middleton had a bigger hand in the response to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle claims about the comments over their son Archie‘s skin color.