In the royal sphere for over a decade, the Princess of Wales shares a profound connection with her family, including her esteemed father-in-law, King Charles.
During His Majesty’s regal voyage to Kenya in November, Charles, in a speech delineating their familial ties to East Africa, affectionately referred to Kate as his “cherished daughter-in-law.” It’s worth noting that it was in Kenya that Prince William proposed to Kate Middleton, his companion from university, back in 2010.
In her engagement interview, the prospective Princess disclosed her initial trepidation about meeting William’s father. However, her fears quickly dissipated as she found King Charles to be remarkably cordial and welcoming, which made her introduction to the royal family remarkably smooth.
King Charles has, on one occasion, endearingly described Kate as his “beloved daughter-in-law,” underscoring the mutual regard and admiration they share. Below, we take a glimpse at some of the endearing moments that have transpired between Kate and Charles over the years.
A shared love of art
The affable rapport between Charles and his daughter-in-law was unmistakable during a visit to Dulwich Picture Gallery, where both took delight in artistic and crafty pursuits.
A kiss for Kate!
Photographers immortalized the heartwarming exchange of greetings between Kate and Charles as they graced the world premiere of James Bond: “No Time To Die” in September 2021.
Private jokes
We cherish this photograph of Charles, William, and Kate, sharing hearty laughter during a visit to Dumfries House in 2013. It truly makes one wish to be a discreet observer of their conversations!
A warm greeting
The Princess warmly greeted her father-in-law at the Passchendaele Commemorations in Ypres, Belgium in 2017, a testament to the camaraderie within the royal family.
A joint outing
The Princess joined Charles and Camilla for a collaborative engagement at Trinity Buoy Wharf in London, a hub for artistic and cultural pursuits. It’s worth noting that Kate’s inclusion in this visit came at the personal invitation of her father-in-law, Charles, recognizing their shared passion for the arts and creative industries.
Buckingham Palace garden party
In fact, Kate frequently accompanied Charles and Camilla to various engagements during Prince William’s tenure as a search and rescue pilot. One could easily discern the pleasure they derived from each other’s company during a Buckingham Palace garden party in 2012.
Grandpa Charles
The Duchess was also seen alongside Charles and Camilla at another garden party when she was expecting her first child, Prince George. As a grandfather to George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis of Wales, as well as to Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Charles holds a special place in the royal family.
A royal family outing
In a rare outing, the Waleses joined Charles and Camilla in February 2020 to visit the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre (DMRC) in Loughborough. In public, King Charles consistently manages to elicit laughter from Kate.
A right royal Christmas
Charles and Kate were observed deeply engrossed in a conversation as they departed from the annual church service in Sandringham on Christmas Day in 2014.
Garter Day
A radiant Kate shared a carriage with her father-in-law during the Garter Day celebration in Windsor in 2014. The Order of the Garter, established by Edward III in 1348, is the most esteemed and ancient British Order of Chivalry. Membership in this order is limited to the reigning monarch, the Prince of Wales, and a select group of twenty-four distinguished individuals.
