James Middleton praises sister Kate's strength and loyalty amid preparations for her reign as Queen
Princess Kate has received a heartfelt tribute from her younger brother James Middleton, as the Palace begins to lay the groundwork for her evolving role as future Queen.
In an emotional interview with The Mirror, James praised his bond with his sisters — Kate and Pippa — describing them not just as family, but as close friends.
“I’m incredibly fortunate to have my two sisters, not just as siblings, but as friends,” he said.
“They’ve seen me at my best and at my lowest, and they’ve always been there when I’ve needed them.”
He also acknowledged the complexities of sibling relationships, adding, “At times it can be complicated, but when it's strong, I believe it's one of the most powerful bonds there is.”
James’s public praise comes shortly after Buckingham Palace revealed efforts to reshape public perception of the Princess of Wales as she steps further into her future role. Royal expert Gareth Russell noted that Palace communications teams are actively working to shift focus from fashion headlines to her work and impact.
“We’ll see the royal households try to create more of a balance between pieces written about what they’re wearing versus what they’re doing,” Russell told GB News.
“And I think that’s probably what they’re attempting to do — reset the balance.”
As Kate continues her recovery from cancer treatment, the combined message from family and Palace signals growing appreciation for her strength, dedication, and steady path toward queenship — supported not only by the monarchy, but by those who know her best.
