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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Kristin Contino

How Princess Kate's "Royal Sister" Comforted Her During Tearful Remembrance Day Ceremony

The back of Kate Middleton and Duchess Sophie wearing black coats and black hats as Sophie puts a gloved hand on Kate's back.

Kate Middleton joined the Royal Family for two major events over the weekend, attending both the annual Festival of Remembrance concert and Remembrance Sunday ceremony in London. And during the emotional event on Sunday, Nov. 10, the Princess of Wales—who has been recovering from cancer—found comfort in a friendly face.

Prince William's aunt, Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh—who is Prince Edward's wife—reportedly shares a close bond with Princess Kate. The duo stood on the balcony of the Foreign Office facing the Cenotaph war memorial as they watched the solemn ceremony honoring Britains who died while serving their country.

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