Royal Family plans bigger role for Sophie Wessex under King William's reign

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The Duchess of Edinburgh has rightfully ascended the Royal ranks, becoming one of the most popular working royals who champions challenging causes that previously garnered little global attention.

Sophie's popularity is evident whenever the Royal Family makes public appearances, and she shares a close relationship with King Charles, Queen Camilla, and The Prince and Princess of Wales.This bond, coupled with her widespread recognition as the Firm's 'secret weapon', has led experts to predict she will play a significant role when Prince William ascends the throne.

Speculation about William assigning his aunt a key role was sparked by a Royal insider's comments to The Sunday Times: "They [the Waleses and the Edinburghs] get on very well."The source added that they believe the Prince of Wales will be "eager for his aunt and uncle to play a more prominent role in public life".This suggestion has been met with widespread approval from Royal experts.

Ahead of the Duchess' milestone 60th birthday on January 20, former BBC Royal correspondent Jennie Bond said: "By any measure, Sophie has proved herself to be a major asset to the royal family, and William would be foolish to ignore the value she brings."Prince William also adopts a hands-on and forthright approach to his Royal duties, not shying away from tough issues such as mental health and the high rates of male suicide, , reports OK!.Echoing his commitment, Jennie Bond commends Sophie, Countess of Wessex, for her work on challenging subjects like sexual violence in conflict zones, female genital mutilation, and gender equality, stating: "She is dignified and elegant, and yet still the same Sophie she was when she met Edward: unpretentious, generous and with a natural charm."J