Queen Camilla has carried a heavy emotional burden while supporting King Charles following his cancer diagnosis, a royal aide has revealed. Despite the personal toll, she took on more public duties to uphold the monarchy’s stability during his treatment.
An insider described the period as “exhausting,” emphasizing the immense pressure Camilla faced. “It would have been draining for a woman half her age,” the source told the publication.
While the situation was challenging, the royal aide noted that it allowed the public to gain a greater appreciation for Camilla’s work. “It gave the media and the world a chance to see the work she had always been doing with greater interest and clarity,” they said.
The source also recalled Camilla’s January visit to a Maggie’s cancer center in London, which took place just a week before Buckingham Palace publicly announced Charles’ diagnosis. “She had to undertake public duties knowing the King had cancer, yet not show the slightest flicker of vulnerability,” they added.
Camilla’s quiet resilience has been evident throughout the ordeal, balancing her personal struggles with the demands of royal life as she continues to stand by Charles’ side.
