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Prince Edward, Duchess Sophie to have ‘exceptional’ role when William makes King

Prince Edward, Duchess Sophie are waiting for front and centre duties when William makes King

Published June 05, 2026

Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie are gearing up for more responsibility in the coming years.

The Duke can Duchess of Edinburgh, who have proved to be one of the biggest support for King Charles, are now preparing for more responsibility when it comes to Prince William.

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Expert Darren Stanton says on behalf of Betfair Casino: “She carries herself exceptionally well.”

Stanton says of Duchess Sophie: “Sophie and Edward seem to be growing steadily into a more prominent position within the Royal Family,” he continues.

‘‘As William and Kate move closer to becoming King and Queen, Sophie and Edward will inevitably become more visible and more important within the monarchy,” Stanton says. “In many ways, they're already being prepared for that shift.”

“People appear at ease around them, which is often a good reflection of the energy being projected,” he notes.

Eleen Bukhari
Eleen Bukhari is a London-based journalist and MSc graduate from Brunel University with over five years of experience. Specialising in the British Royal Family and global entertainment, she provides expert analysis of monarchy traditions, celebrity culture, and the evolving media narratives surrounding the world’s most high-profile figures.