King Charles’ Special Honor for Kate Middleton Speaks Volumes — Source

King Charles and Kate Middleton have reportedly built a close bond over the years. The Princess of Wales has become an important part of the King’s family life, and he is said to value her advice and support. Now, Charles is reportedly entrusting Kate with a special responsibility that reveals just how much he trusts her.

Kate Middleton is now leading meetings on King Charles’ behalf, per source

According to the source who told Closer, Kate Middleton has been supporting King Charles, and he is responding by entrusting her with more duties. “Kate has been so immensely supportive and Charles is acknowledging that by having her take the reins on certain things,” the source says. “He trusts her so much that she’s now taking meetings on his behalf. That’s how close they’ve become.”

The source adds, “It’s a huge honor and Kate is taking it very seriously. She wants to get this right.” The source also described the Princess as a trusted adviser whom Charles can turn to for advice on almost any topic. 

“She’s very much being groomed for her coming role as queen, but this goes deeper than that,” the source notes. “Charles relies on having her as a sounding board because he can broach nearly any topic without having to worry that she’ll overreact. She’s very measured and sensible and she’s also discreet. She never talks out of turn.”

Kate’s role in Charles’ life reportedly extends beyond official duties. As Closer previously reported, Prince William’s wife also has a knack for lifting her father-in-law’ spirits and, in many ways, is “the daughter he never had.”

William also reportedly appreciates the support Kate gives his father. “William’s very grateful that she’s taken on this role in his father’s life,” the source says. “He knows how much it means to him to have a daughter-in-law that’s so devoted.” Charles reportedly relies on Kate for advice and official duties. Her growing role highlights the trust between them. It also reflects the important position she is preparing to take on as future queen.