“Queen” Camilla – Duchess of Controversy

Within her Accession Day Message, the Queen looks ahead to Prince Charles assuming the throne; “it is my sincere wish that, when that time comes, Camilla will be known as Queen Consort as she continues her own loyal service.” This message came as a shock to many, as Duchess Camilla was originally intended to be named Princess Consort out of respect for her husband’s first wife, Princess Diana.