As Kate Middleton steps forward together into the public eye and continues her cancer recovery, the princess takes cues from the late Queen Elizabeth. She and Prince William are setting up a basis for the relationship they will need as William, someday, takes over as the United Kingdom’s king and Kate recovers from cancer.

Royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith spoke to People Magazine regarding how Kate Middleton and Prince William are handling her cancer diagnosis. Bedell Smith believes the Prince and Princess of Wales are leaning into the strength of the late Queen Elizabeth during this time.

The biographer told the publication, “To use the late Queen’s language, they are each other’s strength and stay for all these years. She will continue to be a real source of strength for him as he prepares to be the next King.”

She continues, “But since this befell them, he has been a huge support for her — not only behind closed doors but also in going out in public and carrying out his job. Watching the two of them on the palace balcony, you could see their bond — and their bond with the children.”

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