Speaking to Fox News Digital, royal commentator Kinsey Schofield shed light on the quiet but firm stance Kate has taken amid the ongoing family drama. According to Schofield, she’s been nothing but supportive of William behind the scenes, sticking with him as tensions with his younger brother continue to deepen.
“Catherine has been nothing but supportive of her husband – and that’s exactly why Prince William is so deeply hurt. But what cuts the deepest is Harry’s treatment of Catherine. She’s always loved him, always treated him like a little brother. That’s the betrayal William won’t forget,” Schofield explained.
It’s a stark contrast to the playful bond many royal watchers remember from earlier days, when Kate and Harry were often spotted laughing together at public events. Those fond memories seem to have been eclipsed by the fallout that followed Harry stepping away from his royal duties and launching into a series of public criticisms of the family.
British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard also weighed in on the shift in dynamic, reflecting on how different things used to be between the pair. “Catherine and Harry shared a fun humour and were often seen giggling together at events,” she said. “But she was dragged into the negative narrative, which was a real smack round the face for a kind sister-in-law who tried to be the peacemaker.”
Chard added that Kate had genuinely embraced Harry’s relationship with Meghan Markle and was happy to see him settle down. “She was thrilled that Prince Harry seemed genuinely happy,” she shared. “But now, she [silently] cannot understand why he still won’t bite his tongue.”
There’s been little sign of reconciliation on the horizon. Reports suggest that the two brothers are no longer speaking, and that even King Charles III has grown weary of trying to mediate. Harry’s calls and letters to his father are allegedly going unanswered, pointing to just how strained the situation has become.
For Kate, the choice seems to be clear. Her loyalty lies with William, and while there may have once been room for reconciliation, insiders suggest that window may have closed. The deep sense of betrayal over how Harry has treated her personally seems to have left a lasting scar, one not easily healed with a phone call or an apology.
As the royal family continues to navigate one of its most fractured moments in recent memory, Kate is quietly making it clear where she stands — and it’s right by her husband’s side, with no plans to reach across the divide.