Royal expert says the Princess of Wales developed confidence and leadership under the late monarch’s mentorship
Catherine has stepped firmly into her role as the Princess of Wales, with royal watchers noting how much she learned from the late Queen Elizabeth along the way.
The future queen is now carrying out her public duties with growing confidence and a clear sense of purpose. Much of that poise, according to royal commentators, was shaped during the years she spent observing and learning from the late monarch.
Royal expert Jenny Bond explained that Catherine benefited greatly from the Queen’s example, particularly when it came to understanding the responsibilities that come with royal life.
“The princess is now very much her own woman, and she carries out her engagements in her own way,” Bond told The Mirror.
She added that Catherine absorbed important lessons from Queen Elizabeth about the dignity of royal duty and the expectations tied to such a visible position.
Bond also highlighted how the late Queen’s approach to meeting the public left a lasting impression. From smiling warmly to engaging sincerely with people she met, those small moments often became lifelong memories for members of the public.
Looking ahead, Bond believes the upcoming centenary of Queen Elizabeth’s birth will be especially meaningful for William and Catherine.
Although the couple represents a more modern face of the monarchy and William has spoken openly about embracing change, Bond noted that the late Queen set a remarkably high standard.
Admired across the world, Queen Elizabeth leaves behind a legacy that will be difficult for anyone in the royal family to match.
