Kate Middleton has a reputation for providing calm and steady support to a centuries-old royal institution that has recently fallen into turmoil.
Incidentally, this refers to the ex-Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor scandal that broke out after details emerged about his relationship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
In the wake of the controversy, the royal family had to issue a statement expressing sympathy for the victims and clarifying their position on the investigation into the former prince.
But anti-monarchists and a section of the public demanded greater transparency from the firm regarding Andrew.
After the former Duke of York scandal came to light, anger among some sections of the public grew so much that they assaulted members of the royal family on several occasions.
Amid such turmoil, the Princess of Wales wore a tiara during her visit to the Nigerian state as the royal family rolled out a red carpet for her at Windsor Castle.
Following Middleton’s first tiara of the year, Amanda Matta, a royal commentator, told Fox News she was sending a message of continuity amid questions about the institution.
“Kate’s tiara choice prioritizes messages of continuity, which usually signals that she is carrying on the legacy of the royal women who came before her.”
“(It) also reinforces her ‘steady and trustworthy’ image, which has indeed become her brand within the institution. Rather than choosing spectacle by picking the pieces with the most attendance, her choice reminds the public that her royal role, and its symbolism, carries over from her predecessors.”
She adds, “It tells us that she understands her role in the institution, respects its importance, and is not trying to make it about herself.”
Meanwhile, several investigations are underway on Andrew. He was also briefly arrested on suspicion of abusing his former UK trade envoy office.
