Prince William in 2011, Kate Middleton has taken on a prominent role within the Royal Family - winning over the public and royals alike.
But the 40-year-old Duchess is said to have built a wonderful relationship with members of the family, especially the Queen, who reportedly holds Kate in high regard, the Express reports.
Media commentator Neil Sean spoke of the "close bond" between the Duchess and the Queen on his YouTube channel Neil Sean's Daily News Headlines.
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