Real reason Princess of Wales let William go solo to Pope Francis' funeral.
Kate Middleton did not accompany Prince William to Pope Francis’ funeral on April 26, 2025, primarily due to a combination of royal protocol, family commitments, and her ongoing health recovery. Royal tradition dictates that the spouse of the heir to the throne typically does not attend state funerals, as seen when then-Prince Charles attended Pope John Paul II’s funeral alone in 2005, despite his wedding to Camilla being scheduled the next day. This precedent suggests that Kate’s absence was in line with established custom, where the heir represents the monarch solo to underscore their role as a global statesman.
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