Kate Middleton has landed on her feet as the monarchy's brightest star, and Prince William is clearly enjoying the view."It's not just about duty," British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard told Fox News Digital."Prince William is not only proud, but he is smitten.
He watches Princess Catherine and lights up.After more than a decade of marriage and three children, he is still completely enchanted by her.""Few marriages have deepened in public admiration the way theirs has," Chard said.
"They have achieved something very difficult — they have carved out a private life that works, and a public life that works.That balance is a great success."PRINCE WILLIAM, KATE MIDDLETON ARE READY TO LEAD THE MONARCHY, SOURCES SAY: 'THANK GOD THEY’VE GOT EACH OTHER'Prince William, Prince of Wales and Catherine, Princess of Wales are seen here at the DMMI Royal Charity Polo Cup 2026 in Windsor, England, on July 10, 2026.
(Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)Chard's comments came shortly after former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond told The Mirror that the Prince and Princess of Wales have emerged as a power couple for the royal family, with Kate as its crown jewel.Prince William drives a tractor alongside Catherine, Princess of Wales, during clean-up activities at Ettrick Bay on the Isle of Bute, Scotland, on Sept.17, 2026.
(Samir Hussein/WireImage)"William and Catherine definitely have the wow factor that Diana had — and which spawned Di-mania," Bond told the outlet."People today are equally mesmerized by the new Princess of Wales, so tall, so elegant and so chatty, but William just seems to purr with pride that his wife is such a star."The Prince and Princess of Wales, who also hold the titles of Duke and Duchess of Rothesay, recently visited Scotland to celebrate community, connection and volunteering.
(Samir Hussein/WireImage)Christopher Andersen, author of "Kate!," agreed.WATCH: KATE MIDDLETON IS THE MONARCHY'S SECRET WEAPON: AUTHOR"The British people adore Kate ...