EXCLUSIVE: Kate Middleton Now the 'Backbone' of Monarchy as Her 'Weaker' Husband William 'Creaks' Under Pressure of Becoming King
Royal insiders say her calm approach is helping steady the institution.
Kate Middleton is being described by insiders as the “backbone” of the British monarchy as pressure mounts on Prince William.
The update comes as sources claim the future king has been “creaking under the strain” of preparing to inherit the throne.
Middleton, 44, the Princess of Wales, has become a central stabilizing force within the royal household during one of the most turbulent periods the monarchy has faced in decades.
The royal family has endured a cascade of crises in recent years.
These include the bombshell arrest of Andrew Windsor, 66, on suspicion of misconduct in public office linked to his past association with Jeffrey Epstein, the departure of Prince Harry, 41, and Meghan Markle, 44, from royal duties in 2020, and continuing scrutiny surrounding the institution itself.
The turmoil has also unfolded as both Kate and King Charles battle cancer.