A real relationship under pressure
The unblemished image of Prince William and Kate Middleton’s relationship has faced significant challenges in recent times. Despite their efforts to maintain a united front to the public, internal tensions and persistent rumors of infidelity have questioned the strength of their marriage. Recently, it has been revealed that Kate Middleton considered separating from William before receiving a shocking medical diagnosis, adding a new dimension to the royal couple’s problems.
Tensions and distancing
According to recent reports, the Prince and Princess of Wales have chosen to sleep in separate rooms within their Adelaide Cottage residence. Despite continuing to appear together at public events before the princess’s sudden media disappearance, in order to clear up possible speculation about marital problems, this measure has not managed to prevent tensions in their relationship from reaching a critical level due to infidelities. of the crown prince.
Parallels with other royal couples
The situation is reminiscent of the case of King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, whose marriage has also been affected by the presence of third parties. In the case of William and Kate, the turning point came five years ago, when compromising images of the prince with Rose Hanbury, who was a close friend of Kate at the time, came to light. This scandal broke when Kate was pregnant with Prince Louis, and speculation about a possible infidelity generated a media furor that persists to this day.
The influence of third parties
Hanbury’s recent appearance in the media alongside Camilla Parker Bowles, especially after rumors about a clandestine meeting with Guillermo on Valentine’s Day 2023, has intensified the hype. These speculations have not only increased distrust between William and Kate, but have generated uncertainty about the strength of the British monarchy as a whole.
The difficult decision of the Princess of Wales
Faced with the possibility of divorce, the Princess of Wales had considered the option of separating before her cancer diagnosis, determined not to tolerate any further humiliation from her husband. However, she was dissuaded by the Palace, which warned her of the potentially devastating consequences that a divorce could bring to the stability of the monarchy.
The Palace Council
He was recommended to follow the example of other royals, such as Felipe and Letizia, and Juan Carlos I and Sofia, who have maintained marriages only in public despite internal difficulties. This advice is due in part to the enormous popularity of Kate, who, like Lady Di, is one of the most loved and admired figures of the Royal House, with a popularity that even eclipses that of Charles III himself.