Inside Prince William’s growing bond with Queen Camilla: No longer the ‘wicked stepmother’, his father’s wife has become an ‘unlikely ally’ [Video]

09:18 EDT 20 Jun 2024, updated 10:32 EDT 20 Jun 2024

She was once branded the ‘wicked stepmother’ by Prince Harry, who said that he and his brother Prince William begged their father not to marry. 

But Prince William’s carriage ride with Queen Camilla at Royal Ascot yesterday – with the Prince of Wales taking pride of place alongside his stepmother in the absence of King Charles – proved just how far their relationship has come. 

The duo, who were joined in their carriage by the Earl and Countess of Halifax were seen sharing smiles, highlighting their growing fondness for each other amid an anxious time for both.

Queen Camilla and the Prince of Wales are currently facing similar hurdles in their personal lives, with both their spouses are undergoing treatments for cancer. 

William balancing official duties with caring for his young family and supporting Kate while his wife takes a step back from her role as a senior …