Kate Middleton and Sophie Wessex are said to both be “incredibly likely” to join an exclusive group and given top new roles, according to one royal expert.
The Princess of Wales and the Duchess of Edinburgh are often seen meeting the public at events up and down the country and seem to be popular with crowds.
The pair are known for their charity work such as Kate’s research in Early Years Development and Sophie's work in gender equality, avoidable blindness and helping those with disabilities.
Both Kate and Sophie have become strong figures over the years while the royals have gone through difficult moments, writes The Mirror.
Now former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond has said that she believes they are both set to join the prestigious Order of the Garter.
She told OK!: "I think both of them being added in the years to come is incredibly likely, especially after Camilla was added last year.
“However it's the numbers of current Knights or Ladies of the Garter that will dictate when they are included as those honoured are strictly limited and it’s sort of 'one in, one out'. It could be some time before either of them is given this honour, but I'm sure it will happen one day."
The Order of the Garter is the oldest order of chivalry in the United Kingdom and is the most senior knighthood in the British honours system which is only outranked by the Victoria Cross and the George Cross.
It was founded by Edward III in 1348 recognising contributions to public service.
Membership of the order is decided by King Charles and is limited to the sovereign, the Prince of Wales and no more than 24 living members. Aside from senior British royals, foreign Kings and Queens are also typically made members.
Jennie added: "It is so much more evident now that Catherine and Sophie are key members of the list of working royals. I think people have really taken Sophie, in particular, to their hearts in the past few years, especially after she showed her obvious grief at losing Prince Philip and Queen.
"Her evident closeness with them was much more than a bond, it looked like a deep affection for her in laws. She was also a huge support to the late Queen after Philip’s death - popping round and watching movies with her, riding with her.
"Both she and Catherine have a common touch…perhaps because they lived “ normal “ lives before marrying. They connect with the people they meet and look as if they really want to chat. They are the new female stars of the show - elegant, engaging and empathetic."
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