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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Amy Mackelden

Why Queen Elizabeth "Had Sympathy" for Prince William and Believed "There Were Deep Parallels Between" Their Lives

Queen Elizabeth wears a light pink coat and matching hat and carries a black leather handbag, while her grandson Prince William wears his Royal Air Force uniform and guides her around.

Queen Elizabeth II played an important role as the head of the Royal Family, serving as monarch for seven decades. During that time, she reportedly found commonality with her grandson, Prince William and the future he faced as King of England.

In his new book, William and Catherine: The Monarchy's New Era: The Inside Story, royal expert Russell Myers discussed the special bond Queen Elizabeth II had with her grandson. As the Prince of Wales will one day inherit the throne, the late Queen reportedly felt connected to him and his life choices.

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