King Charles III reportedly held a private meeting with the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, as Buckingham Palace accelerates plans for Prince William’s ascension to the throne, sources told Radar Online.
Charles, in his seventies and battling cancer, is said to have grown particularly close to Kate, who is also fighting the disease.
“She and Charles had a private meeting about her stepping up sooner than expected,” a source revealed. “The relationship between the two of them is incredibly close. They’ve been a huge source of comfort to each other through their side-by-side battles against cancer.”
The source also indicated that King Charles has been supportive of Kate’s recovery, preparing her for the inevitable transition.
Palace insiders are reportedly focused on ensuring a smooth handover of duties to William and Kate when the time comes, safeguarding the stability of the monarchy.