Queen Camilla gave a sharp intruction to Princess Kate during the late Queen’s funeral in 2022.
King Charles’s wife was once caught on camera making a sharp two-worded comment to Princess Kate about Princess Charlotte.
The rare moment of tension unfolded during the funeral and committal service of Queen Elizabeth on September 19, 2022, when Queen Camilla issued a terse directive to Princess Kate.
The exchange – caught by sharp-eyed observers and deciphered by a lip-reading expert – occurred as young royals Prince George and Princess Charlotte seemed to have a minor sibling spat during the solemn proceedings.
As per lip-reader Jeremy Freeman, Prince George was spotted seemingly trying to pinch his sister, prompting an audible yelp from Princess Charlotte, who spun around and exclaimed: “Ow!”
This drew a disapproving reaction from their grandmother, Queen Camilla, who gestured at Princess Charlotte and reportedly whispered to Kate: “Take her.”
The exchange didn’t go unnoticed by people watching the live broadcast.
Some viewers speculated about the interaction on social media, with one tweeting: “Looks like Prince George and Princess Charlotte have a small disagreement. Look at The Queen Consort, Camilla!”
Another pondered over Princess Charlotte’s words, asking: “Did she say wow, ow, or cow?”
Observers noted that the Princess, despite the minor drama, maintained her composure and continued to guide her older brother during the service.
According to sip-readers, at one point, Princess Charlotte leaned toward Prince George and reminded him of royal protocol, whispering: “You need to bow.”
Prince George seemed to acknowledge his sister’s advice with a subtle nod.
This wasn’t the first time Queen Camilla has had a notable interaction with her step-grandchildren.
During King Charles III’s coronation festivities in May, Princess Charlotte stumbled slightly while curtsying to her grandfather.
Queen Camilla offered Princess Charlotte a discreet and comforting pat on the shoulder as she passed by.
The dynamics between the young royals, particularly during high-profile events, have always attracted the public.
Princess Charlotte and Prince George are often seen learning the intricacies of royal etiquette under the watchful eyes of their parents, Prince William and Princess Kate.
