The Princess of Wales has received an honor never before bestowed upon any member of the royal family. Daily Mail:Tuesday April 23.
It symbolizes “the great respect” that Charles III has for Kate Middleton. Buckingham Palace announced in a press release on Tuesday, April 23, that the sovereign has awarded his daughter-in-law a new title, Royal Companion of the Companions of Honour. Founded by George V in 1917 and having just 65 members across the Commonwealth, this organization aims to reward outstanding contributions by members in the arts, science, medicine or public service. Giving it to Kate Middleton, who recently revealed she has cancer, would also be a historic first.
According to royal correspondent Rebecca English, this distinction has never before been offered to a member of the royal family. Thus, the award was given to such persons as Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, J. K. Rowling and Paul McCartney. The fact that Charles III named Kate Middleton in his cabinet says a lot about his gratitude to his daughter-in-law, the journalist. Daily Mail: . According to Rebecca English, the award will aim to recognize the princess’s dedication to the crown, but also her contribution to the world of the arts. Amateur photographer Kate Middleton is a patron of the Royal Photographic Society and the National Portrait Gallery.
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New titles for Prince William and Queen Camilla
The royal palace also announced that Prince William will soon succeed King Charles III as Grand Master of the Order of the Bath, an honorary title awarded to a civilian or military member for exemplary service to the nation. In turn, Queen Camilla will receive the title of Grand Cross of the Order of the British Empire, an award often given to the wife of an English sovereign.
Source: Le Figaro
