Royals

Royal best friends: Kate and Camilla

Camilla Parker Bowles might not be everyone’s favourite royal, but Kate Middleton made her affection for William’s step-mother clear yesterday.

The Duchess of the Cambridge joined the Duchess of Cornwall at London’s Cenotaph for the country’s Remembrance Day ceremony.

Kate and Camilla — both dressed in sombre black — made their affection for each other clear, laughing and chatting during breaks in the event.

Camilla is said to have taken Kate under her wing before the royal wedding in April and regularly gives the younger duchess advice.

Kate and Camilla gossiped and giggled during every break in the ceremony.

The duchesses seemed delighted to catch up with each other.

Camilla is said to have taken Kate under her wing.

Camilla and Kate are reportedly very close, talking regularly.

Queen Elizabeth looked sombre at the Remembrance Day ceremony.

Kate looked stylish in a Diane von Furstenberg coat and hat by Jane Corbett.

Prince William taking part in the Remembrance Day ceremony.

The queen at the Cenotaph.

Kate also chatted animatedly to Sophie, the Countess of Wessex.

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