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8 times Kate Middleton proved she's a queen in the making

Mikhaila FrielMay 1, 2021, 15:52 IST

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on their wedding day on April 29, 2011.Chris Jackson/Getty Image

  • April 29 marks a decade since Kate Middleton became a member of the royal family.
  • The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge tied the knot at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011.
  • Middleton is the future queen consort to Prince William, who is second in line to the throne.
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1. The duchess shared the most personal aspects of her life with the public, including the birth of her children

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the hospital steps with Prince George after his birth. Anwar Hussein/WireImage via Getty Images

2. She stopped to hug the midwife who helped deliver Princess Charlotte during a royal engagement

Kate Middleton and Princess Charlotte in 2016. Samir Hussein/Samir Hussein/WireImage/Getty Images
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3. Middleton will be a "commoner" queen and will be able to relate to her subjects more closely than other consorts

Middleton on her graduation day at the University of St Andrews. The Middleton Family via Getty Images

4. The duchess is reportedly following Princess Diana's "no pushover" approach to parenting

Prince Charles, Princess Diana, Prince Harry, and Prince William at Highgrove in July 1986. Tim Graham Photo Library/Getty Images
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5. Middleton was given the nickname "children's princess" because of her commitment to young people

Middleton hugs a young girl at the Action for Children workshop in 2019. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

6. The duchess helped to modernize the monarchy through championing mental health, something which previously wasn't discussed among royals

Prince William and Kate Middleton in east London on March 11, 2021. Getty/WPA Pool
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7. She didn't rely on royal staff or nannies to accompany Princess Charlotte to her first day of school

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince George join Princess Charlotte for her first day at school. Aaron Chown/WPA Pool/Getty Images

8. Middleton has a close relationship with Queen Elizabeth II

The Duchess of Cambridge and Queen Elizabeth II. Mark Cuthbert/Getty Images
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