Sophie Wessex, known by her formal royal title the Duchess of Edinburgh, is said to have a close bond with senior royals Kate Middleton and her husband Prince William, the Princess and Prince of Wales.
Sophie and Kate, 41, reportedly have a bit of a "naughty friendship" and are often pictured exchanging lighthearted moments at royal engagements together, with Sophie often hailed for her down-to-earth approach to her royal duties.
Although the 58-year-old is looked upon fondly for her honest approach to royal life, Sophie was awarded her royal title ahead of marrying the late Queen Elizabeth II's son Prince Edward many eyebrows were raised across the country.
