Public scrutiny has long been particularly sharp for the women of the royal family, and Queen Camilla has been no exception.
Once harshly criticized, she is now gaining renewed respect as she quietly shoulders more responsibilities during a challenging chapter for the monarchy.
In January 2024, Buckingham Palace announced that King Charles would undergo treatment for an enlarged prostate. As his health situation became more serious,
Camilla stepped up significantly as a working royal. She took on solo engagements and represented the monarchy at key events, displaying both strength and composure under pressure.
Royal correspondent Charles Rae praised her transformation, calling her a “remarkable asset” to the monarchy. “There’s no question about it, she stepped into the breach… she’s taking on even more work,” Rae said in an interview with GB News.
He reflected on how far she’s come since the public backlash after Diana’s death, even recalling stories that “bread rolls were thrown at her” in public.
A New Kind of Strength
Royal commentator Angela Levin also highlighted Camilla’s critical role. “She is holding the Royal Family up,” Levin said, noting that she’s been attending engagements alone that she would typically share with Charles. Her presence ensures that the royal calendar continues to move forward during the King’s treatment.
