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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Amy Mackelden

Why Princess Kate Will "Never" Try to "Outshine" Prince William, But She's "Hugely Influential" Behind Closed Doors

Prince William and Kate Middleton attend the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2023 at The Royal Festival Hall on February 19, 2023 in London, England.

Kate Middleton and Prince William are one of the British Royal Family's most beloved couples. According to royal experts, Kate and William both play very different roles in ensuring they can meet the official demands placed upon them, while also raising a family together.

In a profile of Prince William in The London Times, royal experts have suggested that Princess Kate knows exactly how to support her husband without stealing the spotlight from him. Royal biographer Penny Junor told the outlet, "She's never trying to outshine him in any way. I think that Kate is a bit like Prince Philip supporting the Queen."

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