'Although Philip married into the Firm, he became a strong, paternal alpha presence and his death created a leadership gap. 'It was at Philip's funeral though when Kate's body language and behaviour suddenly, quietly but dramatically showed a switch–up that hinted at a break–through tendency.' Judi revealed that as the royals came together to say goodbye to a beloved relative, Kate was a beacon of stability amid the sorrow. 'William resorts to his signature "escape" technique of performing an act of distraction with any props handy,' she shared. 'It looks clear from William and Harry's avoidance rituals that they would have walked apart had Kate not intervened and taken firm charge.

Source: Daily Mail April 09, 2026 11:27 UTC