In a surprising twist for the British monarchy, Queen Camilla and Princess Kate may soon be stepping into new roles traditionally reserved for blood royals.
Sources indicate that both women could be tasked with presenting awards, marking a significant shift in royal responsibilities.
This potential change has sparked excitement and curiosity among royal watchers.
The ceremony in question is known as an investiture, where a member of the royal family personally presents honors to deserving individuals.
These ceremonies usually take place at Buckingham Palace, although other royal residences have hosted them as well.
The honors presented can range from OBEs and MBEs to knighthoods, recognizing the achievements and contributions of various people.
Recently, Prince William took part in this royal tradition by awarding actress Emilia Clarke and her mother MBEs for their work with the charity SEMU, which focuses on brain injury recovery.
Currently, only members of the royal family have the privilege to bestow these honors, but that may soon change as the monarchy appears to be evolving.
Imagine receiving an award from the Princess of Wales herself!
An insider shared with the Mail that both Queen Camilla and Princess Kate have proven their dedication and hard work.
There’s a growing sentiment that they deserve this opportunity, and it could be a popular move among the public.
King Charles has been taking a step back from royal duties due to his ongoing cancer treatment, leaving Queen Camilla to take the lead for much of the year.
Despite her heavy responsibilities, Camilla has decided to take a short break, which she certainly deserves at 76 years old.
Meanwhile, Prince William recently returned to his duties after a brief hiatus to care for Princess Kate, who underwent stomach surgery in January.
The couple’s three children have also kept him busy during this time.
Princess Kate is expected to make her return to royal engagements following Easter, after recuperating at Windsor Castle.
Typically, more than 30 investitures are held each year, honoring around 2,600 individuals.
Discussions have been underway about increasing the number of senior royals involved in these ceremonies, especially during the Jubilee year.
This is when the idea of including Camilla and Kate first emerged.
However, not everyone is on board with this change.
Some sources argue that such responsibilities should remain with those royals in direct line of succession.
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