Recently, Omid Scobie's book "Endgame" depicted Kate, 41, as "cold" and unfriendly towards Meghan Markle, the newcomer to the royal family. In a Dutch translation of the book, Kate and King Charles were implicated in discussions about the skin tone of Prince Harry and Meghan's son, Prince Archie, before his birth.
Despite the tumultuous claims, during the event and on a prior occasion when faced with questions about the book, Kate and her husband, Prince William, remained composed and focused.
Valentine Low, a royal author, underscores Kate's exceptional professionalism, stating, “It is why a lot of people who have worked with her think she is such an asset to the royal family because she has this amazing professionalism."
Contrary to her public image as affable and amiable, Kate possesses an assertive and determined nature, ready to advocate for what she believes is right. Similar to other royal consorts, she upholds a strong front while standing beside her husband, William, the future king.
In the aftermath of Harry and Meghan's interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021, Queen Elizabeth issued a 61-word statement addressing their claims about Archie's skin color. Tom Low's book, "Courtiers," suggests that Kate played a role in crafting the statement, emphasizing her strategic thinking for the long-term interests of the monarchy and the royal family.
“She thought it was very important this did not go unchallenged,” Low notes. “Kate thinks strategically. She is going to be queen one day and has the long-term interests of the monarchy and royal family at heart.”
Royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith adds, “She showed real strength and determination to make things clear that there was perhaps a different truth.”
