Kate and the Royals

As the new member of the Royal Family Kate Middleton is constantly analyzed and critized not only by the family itself but also by the public. The main question is, if Kate is adequate as the wife of Prince William and the granddaughter-in-law of the most popular woman alive.

Kate Middleton was born on 9 January 1982 in Berkshire as the daughter of Carole Elizabeth and Michael Francis Middleton. The family is not royal but aristocratic and worked it's way up to self-made millionaires. However, Prince William and his beloved wife do have mutual ancestors for they are both descendants of Elizabeth Boleyn, Countess of Wiltshire, who is the grandmother of Elizabeth I. Consequently, Kate is not thoroughly of the bourgeoisie, which is a plus-point for her.

In character, she has also got what it takes to be a Royal, who is always in the spotlight and center of public interest, chased by paparazzi. Kate has a strong personality and she is self-confident. The criticsm she has to face do not harm or unsettle her; the Duchess knows who she is and what she can do. Back when she was just dating Prince William, a friend once said, how lucky she must be for going out with him. Reportedly, her answer was: "He's lucky to be going out with me." Another example for her toughness is that Kate banned Duchess Camilla from contact with her newborn George, after Camilla had offended Kate's mother Carole. This is a proof for Kate's loyality towards her family, as well and loyality is an important character trait a Royal should have. Furthermore, Kate is outgoing and friendly. She loves to visit states, inaugurate and simply being there at official occasions. The travelling and work she does surely is stressful but for all that, Kate never seems to be stressed out, annoyed or discontent. She appears to be pleased and happy with her life, which has also become her job.

William felt so welcome at the Middleton's house, that he wanted his wife to feel the same way at Buckingham Palace. If the Prince had not insisted on Kate and her family being treated well by his own family, maybe the Queen would not have agreed to their relationship and wedding. However, after seeing Kate doing so well as a Royal, Elizabeth II must have changed her mind to the positive, if she really ever disfavoured her. Even though Kate is not actually royal by her bloodline, she truly is a Royal in her heart and character and since to years also by marriage.