From the moment he was born, Prince George has been destined for greatness.
As the second in line to the British throne, the 11-year-old royal is set to receive a major promotion that could see him taking part in key royal events in the not-so-distant future.
However, recent comments by Queen Camilla have sparked a controversy that is stirring tensions within the royal family.
This controversy comes at a time when Prince Harry has also stirred the royal pot with his recent remarks about William and Catherine’s children.
During an interview promoting his book *Spare*, Harry expressed concerns about the “spares” in the family—those born second in line to the throne, like George, Charlotte, and Louis. Harry referred to the royal saying “the heir and the spare,” indicating the emotional challenges faced by those who will never be king or queen. He voiced concerns that these children could face the same struggles he has, being overshadowed by the heir to the throne.
The statement, described by insiders as “outrageous,” has sparked criticism from royal watchers who feel that Harry’s comments were unfair and untimely, particularly in the midst of his media blitz surrounding his book release. Sources close to the family point out that while Harry has made such claims about his royal role, Prince William would never speak similarly about Harry and Meghan’s children.
This more modern approach extends to how William and Catherine raise their children. The couple is focused on providing their younger children—Charlotte and Louis—with the opportunity to lead as normal lives as possible. By doing so, they hope to help them avoid the emotional strain that could arise from living in the shadow of the heir to the throne, George.