Kate Middleton reportedly had ‘briefings from royal secretaries’ before she tied the knot with Prince William.
According to People magazine, Queen Elizabeth, who wanted a stable relationship for her grandson, was happy to have Kate marry William.
However, the now Duchess of Cambridge reportedly “had tea with ladies-in-waiting and briefings from private secretaries” before she officially became a member of the royal family.
The source told the magazine: “People wanted it to work. And everyone has been rewarded with [the couple’s] efforts.”
Hearing from the Queen that you’re doing a really good job, along with getting support from your husband — you grow in confidence,” the royal insider told the publication.
Meanwhile, biographer Sally Bedell Smith lauded the Duchess as she said: “Catherine has learned by observing. She knows what resonates. She will have absorbed a lot from this Queen.”