Monarch’s wife reassures royal fans after missing Duchess of Kent’s funeral
Camilla has offered a candid update on her health following concerns earlier this week. The Queen recently stepped back from attending the funeral of the Duchess of Kent, sparking speculation about her condition.
During her appearance at the third annual Queen’s Reading Room Festival at Chatsworth House in Derbyshire, the Queen was greeted warmly by attendees. Actress Celia Imrie took the opportunity to ask how she was feeling after being diagnosed with acute sinusitis.
“Are you feeling better?” Imrie asked, to which Camilla responded with humour: “I’m sorry if my voice gives halfway through, but as you can imagine, I’ve been doing quite a lot of talking the last few days!”
On September 16, Buckingham Palace announced that Camilla would not join the royal family at Westminster Cathedral for the Duchess of Kent’s Requiem Mass. In a statement, the Palace explained: “With great regret, Her Majesty The Queen has withdrawn from attendance… as she is recovering from acute sinusitis. Her thoughts and prayers will be with The Duke of Kent and all the family.”
Despite the setback, Camilla has pressed on with her royal engagements. She also took part in events surrounding U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent state visit to the UK, demonstrating her commitment to supporting the Crown even while managing her health.
