Kate Middleton's journey to Princess of Wales

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Kate has secured her position as the royal who made it known she was up for the job and has barely stepped wrong since.

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She took 10 years before William married her and decided to devote herself to the role.

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Kate has leaned into what's expected of her and is part of a supportive team.

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She is likely to be a Princess of Wales who does not detract from her prince but instead forms a unit.

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Kate shares the occasional relatable anecdote about parenting and her kids.

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She rocks a tiara but also re-wears a lot of her clothes, even the gowns.

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