Kate Middleton, wife of Prince William, has reportedly distanced herself from the role of reconciling the strained relationship between her husband and his brother, Prince Harry. Middleton is said to be focusing on her health following her cancer treatment, prioritizing her recovery and family above this peacemaking role.
Christopher Andersen, author of “The King,” gave his insights to Fox News, stating that Middleton’s role as the mediator between the two princes has been taxing. “The idea that Kate somehow still has the time and energy to continue playing peacemaker is rubbish,” Andersen stated. He added that despite Middleton’s attempts over the years, she ultimately stopped out of frustration, unable to bridge the gap between William and Charles, and Harry.
Reportedly, the relationship between Prince William and Prince Harry has been increasingly strained since Harry relocated to the United States with his wife, Meghan Markle, in 2020. This tension was escalated by the release of Harry’s memoir, “Spare,” in 2023, in which Harry describes Middleton as “cold and unwelcoming” towards Markle. The allegations in the memoir deeply affected Middleton, according to royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams.
After chemotherapy treatment, Middleton is reported to be cancer-free and is slowly resuming her royal duties, with a focus on her family and personal well-being. This shift from her role as a peacemaker signals a change for the Princess of Wales, who has traditionally been a balancing figure within the royal family.
As they confront these changes, Middleton and Prince William continue to present a united front. Middleton’s decision to prioritize her health over the ongoing feud with Harry and Meghan highlights the challenge of juggling royal responsibilities with personal health. Fitzwilliams highlighted that Middleton is in full agreement with William and is focused on their future.
Middleton is currently preparing for her future role alongside William, who is next in line for the British throne. The Royal Family has been dealing with a variety of challenges, including the health issues of King Charles, which have added to the already tense family dynamics.
The future of the relationship between Princes William and Harry remains uncertain. However, Middleton’s days of playing peacemaker seem to be behind her, indicating a new phase for the Princess of Wales and her family.