We love these throwback photos of Carole Middleton being the best seat neighbor at Wimbledon – and it shows where Princess Catherine learnt her people skills

Carole Middleton is the most fun seat neighbor at Wimbledon

There’s something so effortless about Carole Middleton’s way with people. That’s never more evident than when she makes friends with everyone around her at one of her favorite annual events, Wimbledon. These throwback photos show a summer-ready Carole putting everyone at ease – and giving us insight into where Catherine got her charm from.

• Carole Middleton is known for her love of Wimbledon, the annual tennis tournament in London
• These throwback photos of Carole prove she’s the ultimate seat neighbor, putting everyone at ease and sharing jokes with everyone, even world-famous soccer stars
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