Described most frequently as a ‘beguiling socialite’, the willowy Rose Hanbury, Marchioness of Cholmondeley, has always commanded attention. As a renowned society beauty and former model with an impeccably aristocratic pedigree, there were no shortage of suitors for her hand including, it was once rumoured, a young Prince William. Kate and William have long been close to their Norfolk neighbours, the Marquess and Marchioness of Cholmondeley. But speculation about a serious rift between Kate and the Marchioness – former model Rose Hanbury – is said to have intensified in recent weeks. Kate and William have long been close to their Norfolk neighbours, the Marquess and Marchioness of Cholmondeley.

Source: The Star March 23, 2019 22:05 UTC