When Kate Middleton first walked down the aisle in 2011 to join the royal family, it seemed like she and Queen Elizabeth instantly clicked. For years, the public has watched their relationship blossom into what appeared to be a warm and respectful bond. However, a new story is emerging that suggests things might not be as rosy as they seem. According to insiders, Kate, now 36, is reportedly upset that Queen Elizabeth, 92, has been giving Meghan Markle preferential treatment since her marriage to Prince Harry back in May.
What’s Causing the Tension?
Here's the scoop: A source close to the palace recently spilled to Life & Style magazine that Kate is feeling a bit miffed because Queen Elizabeth reportedly invited Meghan’s mom, Doria Ragland, to join the royal family at Sandringham for Christmas. Now, here's the kicker—Kate’s own parents, Carole and Michael Middleton, have never received such an invitation. That's a pretty big deal in royal circles, and it's said to have left Kate feeling like her side of the family has been overlooked.
Kate’s Reaction to the Queen’s Move
“Kate accused the Queen of giving Meghan special treatment and sees this as a huge snub to her side of the family,” the insider explained. It's not that Kate doesn't understand the Queen's reasoning. After all, Meghan's family situation is a bit complicated, and inviting Doria was likely seen as a kind gesture. However, Kate reportedly can't help but feel like Meghan, who is 37, has it easier in some ways. “She understands that most of Meghan’s family is estranged from her and that this was a kind gesture, but it still hasn’t stopped her from thinking that Prince Harry’s wife has got it easy!” the source added.
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“Kate’s parents have never been asked to spend the holidays with the Queen. Instead, she and [Prince] William have been forced to split their time between the Middletons and the royals, shuffling their children from household to household,” the source continued. This situation has reportedly left Kate feeling frustrated and perhaps even a little overlooked by the monarchy.
What to Expect at a Royal Christmas
So, what exactly does a royal Christmas look like? If Meghan and Doria do join the Queen and her family at Sandringham this year, they're in for quite the experience. For starters, the royal family doesn't follow the traditional Christmas morning gift exchange. Instead, they exchange presents on Christmas Eve during teatime, according to the monarchy's official website. It’s a unique tradition that adds to the charm of the holiday season in Buckingham Palace.
But that's not all. According to the UK’s Grazia magazine, the holiday schedule is packed with a strict timetable, multiple outfit changes, and a sea of protocol and tradition. Doria will arrive on Christmas Eve, and after her luggage is unloaded, there will be a present-giving ceremony after tea. The gifts are carefully arranged on trestle tables covered with white linen tablecloths, and while the gifts themselves aren't extravagant—they're mainly useful items like homemade jams, china, or curios bought from country fairs—they hold a lot of sentiment. Following the gift exchange, it's time for some lethal martinis and a black-tie dinner. Sounds like quite the eventful evening!
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