When Princess Kate married Prince William on April 29, 2011, the Middleton family acquired an eternal tie to the British Royal Family. Having lived a relatively normal life prior to her romance with a prince, Princess Kate quickly learned what it means to be royal. According to a new book, Princess Kate's parents had very different upbringings from one another and their experiences provided their daughter with a unique insight.
In his new book, William and Catherine: The Monarchy's New Era: The Inside Story, royal expert Russell Myers shared details regarding Michael and Carole Middleton's childhoods. Notably, while Princess Kate's dad was born into a "wealthy family," her mom had "working-class" roots.
