Prince William and Kate Middleton's new 'leadership roles' as they become ‘face’ of royal family
William is next for the throneAs 2025 is nearing the end, it seems Prince William and Kate Middleton have been deemed “the heart” of the royal family, according to a royal biographer.
This year marked Kate returning to public life after taking a huge step away to focus on her cancer recovery in 2024. Back in January, Kate revealed to the world that she was in remission following her treatment last year.
Slowly, Kate has been re-entering the spotlight, and in recent months she has been taking on quite a lot of engagements. Now, with William stepping up more, and as the heir to the throne, it seems they are adored by everyone.
Kate Middleton and Prince William ‘faces’ of royal family
Speaking to GB News, royal biographer Catherine Mayer explained: “William and Kate are showcased as being not just the future of the monarchy but its absolute heart.
“They are becoming the face of state visits. And they are taking on a leadership role.”
Catherine admitted that with all of Kate’s work, she “looks like” the “idea of a future queen”.
It comes as Kate and William attended the pre-Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace with their family this week, where Kate matched with her 10-year-old daughter, Charlotte.
Not only that, but she and William have been attending state visits, making trips around the UK, and even hosting her annual Christmas carol service again.
This year’s festive lunch marked Kate’s return to the gathering following her absence to focus on her cancer treatment last year.
Last year, King Charles also faced his own cancer journey, which he has just recently given an update on, and he also scaled down his duties for a while.
Instead, Prince William stepped up and took on more responsibilities. And throughout this year, he has spoken about how 2024 was the “hardest year” he has ever had.
However, Kate began re-entering working life and ever since, fans have been thrilled to have her back.
And then, in September, a royal commentator told OK! that William taking the throne may not actually be that far away.
Author and commentator Kate Nicholl said: “The crown will never have felt closer to the prince than it does now. His father’s illness has been a stark reminder that it is his turn next. And it may not be too far in the distant future.”
Kate went on to say that William is “absolutely prepared” for the role.
2025 for the royal family
But also, Prince William and Kate’s children have been stepping up more in the royal family, making a lot more public appearances.
This year, Prince George, the eldest child of Kate and William, has been taking part in some events. In May, he attended a special tea party hosted by King Charles and Queen Camilla at Buckingham Palace where they honoured World War II veterans and their families. And during the event, he interacted with the veterans alongside his parents.
Then last month, George attended the Royal British Legion’s annual Festival of Remembrance, where he wowed fans alongside his mother.
Earlier this month, an insider claimed it was “time” to start preparing George for his royal future.
The source told Closer: “They have done their level best to let George has as normal a childhood as possible. But it is now time to start the preparations.
“He will be 13 next year, so they believe he is ready. You can feel a real shift happening with George. It’s clear he is starting to fully grasp his place in the bigger picture. And what’s wonderful is that he doesn’t seem to be daunted by it.”
So, with Kate and Prince William becoming the “faces” of the royal family, it’s no surprise that their kids are also following in their footsteps.
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