Buckingham Palace is once again in the spotlight as royal insiders claim Queen Camilla has taken possession of a historic tiara originally intended for Princess Catherine (Kate Middleton), sparking renewed tension within the royal family.
According to palace sources, the stunning diamond tiara — believed to be the Cambridge Lover’s Knot, once beloved by Princess Diana — was set aside for Kate, who has worn it multiple times at official functions. But in a shocking turn of events, Queen Camilla allegedly ordered it removed from Kensington Palace and delivered to her private collection without notice.
“She was furious,” claimed a royal aide speaking on condition of anonymity. “Queen Camilla was upset about recent public sympathy toward Kate and felt overshadowed. The tiara situation became the perfect outlet for her frustration.”
The source says the Queen Consort’s action followed months of perceived slights, as public support for the Princess of Wales has surged in light of her recent health challenges. “Camilla felt like no one was acknowledging her role or respecting her status. Taking the tiara was symbolic — a way of reminding everyone who’s really in charge.”
The tiara in question has a storied history. Originally commissioned by Queen Mary in 1914, it was passed down to Queen Elizabeth II and later loaned to Princess Diana, who famously wore it on several state occasions. After Diana’s death, the piece remained in the royal vault until it was revived for Kate, who has worn it with elegance and grace since 2015.
Now, however, its fate appears uncertain.
Royal watchers have noted that Queen Camilla has never shown interest in the Lover’s Knot before. “It’s not really her style,” said British royal historian Claire Langston. “This seems more like a power play than a fashion decision.”
The move has reportedly not gone unnoticed by Princess Catherine. While she remains out of the public eye due to ongoing health recovery, insiders say she was “heartbroken” upon learning of the Queen’s actions. “Kate saw that tiara as a connection to both the late Queen and Princess Diana,” one friend claimed. “It meant more to her than just a piece of jewelry.”
Buckingham Palace has not officially commented on the reports, but a spokesperson dismissed the rumors as “unfounded and unnecessarily dramatic.” Still, the whispers persist.
The timing of the alleged tiara drama couldn’t be worse for the monarchy, which is navigating a period of transition and public scrutiny. With King Charles III continuing treatment for cancer and both William and Kate stepping back from public duties, tensions within the family are reportedly at an all-time high.
Whether the tiara will be returned to Kate remains unknown — but one thing is clear: even in modern times, royal jewels still carry the weight of power, legacy, and emotion.