Kate Middleton's personal nickname for Prince Charles
Kate Middleton has been overheard using an affectionate nickname for Prince Charles at a recent event.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were with Queen Elizabeth, Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall at a garden party being hosted by British PM Boris Johnson at the G7 summit in Cornwall when, according to lip readers, Kate said: "Hello Grandpa! How are you?" This has been reported by Cornwall Live.
Charles, 72, then turned to speak with his daughter-in-law, before the group were greeted by the prime minister and his wife Carrie.
The pair were attending a garden party being hosted by Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Getty
Kate, 39, and the Prince of Wales reportedly have a close relationship, with Charles acting as a doting grandfather to Kate and Prince William's three children Prince George, seven, Princess Charlotte, six and Prince Louis, three.
Charles is also 'Grandpa' to the children of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex - Archie, two, and Lilibet, 11 days, although he is yet to meet Lilibet as the family is now based in the US.
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The closeness between Charles and Kate has only reportedly increased since the resignation of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle from the monarchy in January 2020.
The Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Charles are reportedly close. Getty
The Duchess of Cambridge is seen as a steadying influence in the family, maintaining close relationships with members of the royal family as well as doing what she can to help bridge the gap between the family and Prince Harry.
Prince Charles is a doting grandfather to his five grandchildren. Getty
Kate and Prince Harry are also reportedly close, with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William looking out for Harry and being sure to partner with him for royal engagements and charity endeavours ahead of his engagement to Meghan Markle in November 2017.
Harry also reportedly texted his sister-in-law following the recent birth of his daughter.
Kate has spoken affectionately about her new niece Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor when questioned at the summit. When asked about Meghan and her daughter the duchess said: "Awww I wish her all the very best.
"I can't wait to meet her because we haven't met her yet, so hopefully that will be soon."
When asked if they had Face-Timed with the newborn, the she replied, "no, we haven't."
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