In recent years, Kate Middleton has been given a number of additional titles and responsibilities. Following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, her and her husband Prince William were given the Prince and Princess of Wales titles, and when it comes to her patronages she now has over 20 to her name, with organisations including the National Portrait Gallery and SportsAid.
However, it seems that she could also be considered for a very prestigious title if King Charles permits it.
Former royal butler Paul Burrell has said that Kate is 'eligible' to receive an honourable title owing to her service to the royal family, but she will have to wait for the King to offer it to her.
As reported via the Mirror, he said: "I wanted the King to invest Kate into the Order of the garter, but he didn't do it. I'm hoping that the King will invest Kate into the most notable order."
The honour is reserved for dedicated service to the royal family, and the tradition of the Order of the Garter began when King Edward III decided to set up his own order in 1348, inspired by the tales of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table.
Every year, the Garter Day is hosted by the monarch with King Charles heading his first official ceremony earlier this year. The event took place at Windsor Castle in June to celebrate 'the oldest and most senior Order of Chivalry', but while Kate attended she wasn't offered the title.
At the ceremony last summer, the late Queen Elizabeth II bestowed the honour of Royal Lady of the Order of the Garter to the now-Queen Camilla, and Burrell believes that Kate could be in line for the title herself in the coming years.
He added: "I'm hoping that he's going to do that, if he does it will make headlines, she deserves it. She's our future queen, she's a Princess of Wales, it's time for her to become a Lady member of the Garter.
"She doesn't have to wait for someone to die because there's no limit on royal members of the Garter."
Current members include Prince William, Princess Anne and Prince Edwards to name a few.
-
Is this pink dress the must-have style of Spring/Summer 2024?The balletcore dress of dreams
-
Free weight exercises promise to boost both muscle and tone - 6 to add to your next sweat sessionEffective from both home and the gym.
-
If you’re after the best body cream for dry skin, these 9 passed my scrupulous testing processFrom super rich to lightweight (but still hydrating) formulas
-
The sweet detail you may have missed in Prince Louis' surprise birthday portraitAdorable.
-
William promises to 'look after' Kate during her cancer treatmentHe returned to work today and reassured royal fans
-
William and Kate are 'acutely aware of problems' Charlotte and Louis face in the futureThey want to ensure that their youngest children find paths that are 'meaningful and appropriate'
-
Prince William is no longer considered the public's 'favourite royal'According to a new YouGov survey, he's been dethroned
-
Charles is 'extremely concerned' about Kate following cancer diagnosis"He's always had a huge regard for his daughter-in-law."
-
Getty explains why they have flagged Kate's video confirming cancer diagnosisThey said the clip 'may not adhere to their editorial policy'
-
Queen Camilla has given an update about Princess KateShe also accepted gifts for the Princess
-
The royal family's Easter plans have changed following Kate's latest health updateThe event will look very different this year.
