Catherine is expected to bring a new style to the monarchy when she becomes Queen, according to friends quoted in a recent Time magazine feature. The article claims the Princess of Wales will focus on listening more closely to the public and guiding the Royal Family in a slightly different direction.
The piece, titled “Kate will be a queen who really listens”, suggests that those close to her believe she will prioritise empathy and connection over formality. However, the comments have raised eyebrows among royal watchers.
Daily Mail columnist Amanda Platell questioned whether the article had the approval of Catherine and William at all. She wrote that it was unclear if the couple had sanctioned friends to speak so openly about Catherine’s future role. Even if they had not, she argued, it may have been unwise for their inner circle to discuss her intentions so publicly.
Platell also warned that the focus on Catherine’s future as Queen could be seen as insensitive to the current Queen, Camilla. She noted that Catherine would never mean to offend, but the emphasis on her “queenly qualities” risked sounding like a comparison that did not need to be made.
Catherine, the Princess of Wales, is married to William, the heir to the throne, and they have three children. She is closely involved in a range of patronages, particularly those linked to early childhood development and addiction support.
As public interest grows in what her reign might look like, one thing is clear. Many already expect Catherine to shape the future of the monarchy in her own way, setting a tone that feels more modern and more in touch with everyday life.
