When Camilla married Prince Charles in 2005, she didn’t just gain a husband; she became sisters-in-law with Princess Anne.
Initially, the relationship between the two women was anything but warm.
From the outset, it seemed that both Anne and her parents, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, had reservations about Camilla entering their royal circle.
Body language expert Judy James has analyzed these dynamics, shedding light on the subtle tensions that marked the early days of their connection.
During the wedding festivities, the body language spoke volumes.
In photographs from the event, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip appeared to turn their backs on the couple, creating an invisible barrier that prevented any genuine family moments.
Anne’s demeanor mirrored this distance, suggesting that she was not entirely on board with Camilla’s new role in the family.
This initial skepticism set the tone for their relationship in the years that followed.
Just two months after the wedding, another photograph captured the lingering tension.
In June 2005, Anne was seen standing closer to Charles, seemingly pushing Camilla out of the small group they formed.
The body language expert noted that Anne even raised her arm in what appeared to be a blocking gesture.
The atmosphere felt more tense than friendly, highlighting the challenges Camilla faced in winning over her sister-in-law.
Interestingly, the history between Anne and Camilla predates the royal wedding.
Anne had a brief romance with Andrew Parker Bowles, who would later marry Camilla in 1973.
However, James believes that this past relationship had little bearing on the body language exhibited during the early years of Camilla’s marriage to Charles.
Instead, it seemed that Anne’s demeanor was more about her own reservations than any lingering feelings from the past.
As Camilla navigated her new royal life, she often appeared nervous yet composed when interacting with Anne.
In one instance, while walking behind Anne, Camilla seemed disinterested in engaging her sister-in-law.
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