After Meghan, Princess Kate Is Now Causing 'Friction' With Her 'Quiet Rebellion,' Says Insider
Kate Middleton has always been known for her composure; however, after years of being the ever-gracious ‘Yes, woman,’ she reportedly is rewriting her own rulebook. Unsurprisingly, her quiet shift is already inviting comparisons to her sister-in-law’s much louder rebellion. However, insiders say Middleton’s alleged mutiny against 'royal expectations' is more introspective than born out of defiance.
According to a report by Marie Claire, the Princess of Wales has entered what some are calling her ‘quiet rebellion' era. This, they claim, follows the subtle recalibration of duty and self after her cancer diagnosis last year. “Kate understands now that life’s too short to keep agreeing to every demand,” a royal insider shared. “Her cancer battle really shifted her perspective.” Those close to her are saying that this does not necessarily mean she is rejecting royal life, but instead redefining it in her own terms. “She wants to put her family, her well-being, and her peace of mind first,” the source said. “It’s not rebellion for the sake of drama — it’s about setting her own rhythm, even if that means quietly resisting royal expectations.”
Since her marriage to Prince William in 2011, Middleton has been the dependable face. She kept the royal wheels turning even when many seemed to wobble (Prince Harry and Prince Andrew). But her recent health battle appears to have altered her outlook. The source claimed she is now ‘quietly rebelling,’ and ‘slowing down,’ ‘simplifying her life’ and choosing to focus on what truly matters rather than racing to meet the monarchy’s endless demands.
“She’s stopped trying to please everyone,” the source told the outlet. “Her outlook is different now, and she’s finally paying attention to what her body and mind need.” This shift reportedly includes being selective about the events she attends, taking on fewer public duties, and spending more time with William and their three children
But it’s no secret that the royal machine values visibility. And with the King and Princess Kate both stepping back for health reasons earlier this year, the pressure on working royals has only intensified. Some within Palace walls, the report claims, aren’t entirely pleased with Middleton’s newfound boundaries. “There’s definitely been some quiet friction,” a source admitted. “Some senior royals want her to increase her workload now that she’s in remission. But Kate’s been firm that she’ll come back at her own pace — she refuses to be pushed.”
Earlier, it was reported that even the Palace staff were not very happy with the Waleses' work ethic, nicknaming them 'part-time royals.' According to royal commentator Camilla Tominey, pressure was mounting on the couple to ramp up their workload. Palace aides were said to be uneasy that William and Middleton were prioritizing family time over their royal responsibilities. Some courtiers have also expressed frustration that the Prince of Wales had only been pursuing personal interests, rather than focusing on the growing demands of his future role as king.
It is an approach that mirrors the path of Meghan Markle, who insisted on protecting her peace and ended up with a far noisier exit. The source said, “She’s [Middleton] finally learned the power of saying no.” And for the royal family that thrives on protocols and rules, ‘no’ might be the most radical act yet!