Kate Middleton reveals late Queen's heartwarming trait that caught her off guard

The Princess of Wales expressed that her late grandmother-in-law, Queen Elizabeth II, had a heartwarming trait which caught her off guard. Kate Middleton had tremendous respect and admiration for the Queen, regularly commending her steadfast dedication to duty and personal kindness.

However, one trait of the Queen unexpectedly struck Kate, reports the Mirror. She spoke about this during a 2016 BBC documentary celebrated of the Queen's 90th birthday.

Kate expressed her thoughts, saying: "I suppose what's really struck me is her love for the simple things in life. You would expect a lot of grandeur and a lot of fuss and things, but actually what really resonates with me is her love of simple things, the lack of fuss and I think that's a special quality I think to have."

During the programme, she also revealed how the Queen took time to look after her well-being. Kate said: "She's been very generous in not sort of being forceful at all in any of her views, but I feel she's been there as sort of a gentle guidance really for me."

Kate highlighted her most unforgettable Royal engagement was a trip to Leicester, without William by her side, causing some nervous feelings.

She stated: "The most memorable engagement for me I suppose was an away day to Leicester and I went without William so I was rather apprehensive about that.", reports the Mirror.

"I think there is a real art to walkabouts, everyone teases me in the family that I spend far too long chatting so I think I've still got to learn a little bit more and pick up a few more tips I suppose. She was very supportive. The fact she took the time to make sure that I was happy and looked after for that particular occasion, which probably in everything that she's doing is a very small element, which just shows how caring she is, really."

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Prince William reflected on the support he received from the Queen following her passing on 8 September 2022.

"On Thursday, the world lost an extraordinary leader, whose commitment to the country, the Realms and the Commonwealth was absolute. So much will be said in the days ahead about the meaning of her historic reign."

"I, however, have lost a grandmother. And while I will grieve her loss, I also feel incredibly grateful. I have had the benefit of The Queen's wisdom and reassurance into my fifth decade. My wife has had twenty years of her guidance and support. My three children have got to spend holidays with her and create memories that will last their whole lives."

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