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Years have passed since that first foray into the public consciousness and since then her power and influence within the notoriously private and closed ranks family has grown exponentially. Today she is a mother of three, recently celebrated her tenth wedding anniversary, and she has become a trusted patron to dozens of charities.
Ahead of her 40th birthday on Jan. 9, Marie Claire asked royal experts to share their thoughts on Kate’s growth through the past ten years.
Kate Middleton Become More Confident
Royal writer Angela Levin shared that in her view, “She has become more relaxed and confident and has gradually spoken alongside William rather than letting him do all the talking.”
“This was particularly shown during the pandemic when the couple were doing Zoom calls. They both engaged with whoever they were talking to. Catherine is more open about herself and doesn’t mind admitting she was nervous or has found something difficult, for example how hard she initially found being a first-time mother.”
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Kate Middleton’s Honesty Is Her Bond
Body language expert Darren Stanton adds that Kate’s honesty has been a constant. “The one thing about Kate Middleton that noticeably hasn’t changed over the years is that she is a very genuine person,” he said on behalf of Be My Bet. “Other public figures, like celebrities and even other royal family members, can tend to show a fake smile or disingenuous displays of emotion at certain events—however, Kate is very much an open book.”
A Fashion Icon
Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams adds of Kate Middleton, “It’s important to remember what an important icon she’s been for fashion for some time. You’ve got her favorite designers, Alexander McQueen, Jenny Packham, Alice Temperley … Mulberry bags, L.K. Bennett shoes and so forth. That is significant, because it has a huge worldwide impact.”
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“Like Princess Diana, Kate has undeniably become a global fashion icon, especially when pictured conducting official royal duties. She often wears famous designers and interacts and mixes with the world’s biggest stars and celebrities, with her dress choices becoming increasingly bolder and more striking. Happy 40th birthday Kate!
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