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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Amy Mackelden

Duchess Sophie Hailed as "Unsung Hero of Christmas" After "Stepping Up" to Help Kate Middleton

Kate Middleton and Duchess Sophie both wear black outfits for Remembrance Day with red poppies to honor fallen soldiers.

There's a reason that Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh is often referred to as Kate Middleton's "royal sister." Prince Edward's wife has shown her strength throughout 2024, during which Princess Kate took a step back from her public facing role within the Royal Family. Now, a new report has explored how Duchess Sophie worked to take the "pressure off" the Princess of Wales during a difficult year.

In a new article, the Daily Mail called Duchess Sophie the "unsung hero of Christmas," alluding to her seemingly unending support of Kate Middleton. "Whether singing carols or making mince pies, Sophie hasn't shied away from stepping up while Princess Kate has been making a gradual return to duties following treatment for cancer," the outlet reported.

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