Monarch Reflects on Mother's Legacy While Breaking Key Promise for Camilla
As King Charles marked the second anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s passing, he made a significant decision that diverged from his late mother’s explicit wishes. While the monarch reportedly “misses his mummy terribly,” he broke a key promise to her in favour of his wife, Camilla.
Before her death, Queen Elizabeth publicly expressed her desire for Camilla to be known as "Queen Consort" when Charles became King. However, during the coronation in March 2023, Camilla was crowned as Queen, omitting the "Consort" title, going against the late Queen’s stated instructions.
Despite this change, Charles has navigated a challenging two years since his ascension, with his health improving after a cancer diagnosis. Sources indicate he is now optimistic about the future.
On the second anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s passing, King Charles honoured her memory by attending a service at Crathie Kirk, the family’s place of worship near Balmoral Castle, paying tribute to the longest-reigning British monarch while moving forward with his reign.
