After years of acting as a mediator between her husband, Prince William, and his brother, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton has reportedly decided to step back from trying to mend their strained relationship. According to royal experts, Kate has been focusing on her health after undergoing cancer treatment and is now prioritizing her recovery and family.
Christopher Andersen, author of “The King,” shared insights with Fox News, explaining that Kate’s role as a peacekeeper between the brothers has taken a toll. “The idea that Kate somehow still has the time and energy to continue playing peacemaker is rubbish,” Andersen stated. Andersen added that although Kate made efforts over the years, she ultimately gave up in frustration. Her attempts weren’t enough to mend the relationship between William and Charles on one side and Harry on the other.
The relationship between Prince William and Prince Harry has reportedly grown more strained since Harry’s move to the United States with his wife, Meghan Markle, in 2020. The release of Harry’s memoir, “Spare,” in 2023 intensified tensions. Harry portrays Kate as “cold and unwelcoming” towards Meghan in the book. Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams explained that Kate was deeply affected by the memoir’s allegations.
Following chemotherapy treatment, Kate is reportedly cancer-free and easing back into her royal duties, taking time to prioritize her family and well-being. Kate’s departure from her peacemaker role signifies a shift in focus for the Princess of Wales, who has long been seen as a stabilizing figure within the royal family.
Kate and Prince William remain united as they navigate these changes. Kate’s decision to prioritize her health over the ongoing feud with Harry and Meghan speaks to the complexity of balancing royal duties and personal well-being. Fitzwilliams noted that Kate is fully aligned with William and is concentrating on the future.
Kate’s focus is now on preparing for her role alongside William, who is the next in line to the British throne. The Royal Family has faced numerous challenges recently, including King Charles’ health issues, which have further compounded the already tense atmosphere within the family.
It remains to be seen how the relationship between Prince William and Prince Harry will evolve. For now, however, Kate’s role as a peacekeeper appears to be in the past, marking a new chapter for the Princess of Wales and her family.