A royal expert has shed light on a particular habit of Queen Camilla that posed a significant issue within the Royal Family, even before her marriage to King Charles.
The recent celebration of the couple’s 20th wedding anniversary prompted reflections on their enduring relationship and personal growth. This led to a closer look at their individual transformations, including changes in opinions and habits. One notable habit was Queen Camilla’s past smoking, which had been a source of contention.
Daily Mail’s royal commentators Rebecca English and Richard Eden disclosed that Camilla quit smoking approximately 15 years ago, a decision that Charles reportedly struggled to accept.
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Addressing the issue on Palace Confidential, Richard mentioned the Royal Family’s aversion to smoking, potentially stemming from King Charles’ grandfather, King George VI, who succumbed to lung cancer linked to smoking.
Rebecca added that King Charles harbors strong antipathy towards smoking, suggesting that it was a behavior he could not tolerate Queen Camilla engaging in.
While discussing the Royal Family’s vigilance regarding smoking, Rebecca shared an anecdote from a royal event at Buckingham Palace, where Camilla’s history of smoking was subtly referenced, drawing laughter from those present.
The narrative of Queen Camilla’s transformation and the monarchy’s stance on this particular habit offers a glimpse into the evolving dynamics within the royal household.