Catherine, Princess of Wales, formerly Catherine Elizabeth Middleton, was born on January 9, 1982, in Reading, Berkshire. Raised in Bucklebury, Berkshire, she attended St Andrew's School and Marlborough College before pursuing art history at the University of St Andrews, where she met Prince William in 2001. Graduating in 2005, she held various jobs and engaged in charity work before their engagement in November 2010.
Married on April 29, 2011, at Westminster Abbey, Catherine became Duchess of Cambridge. The couple has three children: George, Charlotte, and Louis. Since her marriage, Catherine has actively participated in royal duties and charitable endeavors. She supports causes such as early childhood care, addiction issues, and the arts through patronage of organizations like the Anna Freud Centre and SportsAid. Alongside her husband and brother-in-law Harry, she co-founded Heads Together, a mental health awareness campaign.
Catherine’s relationship with the media has drawn significant attention, earning her the nickname "Kate Middleton effect" due to her influence on fashion trends. Recognized as one of the world’s most influential people by Time magazine, she navigates public life while striving to maintain privacy.
In September 2022, following William’s appointment as Prince of Wales, Catherine officially became Princess of Wales. Her upbringing in an upper-middle-class family with ties to the landed gentry, along with her maternal lineage rooted in working-class origins, has shaped her perspective and approach to royal responsibilities.
Her personal journey includes early education in Jordan and England, followed by a gap year involving travel and volunteer work. At university, she excelled in art history, contributing to her later career interests and charitable efforts. Her marriage to Prince William, culminating in a globally televised wedding, marked a significant moment in contemporary British royal history.
In her role as Princess of Wales, Catherine continues to balance public duties with family life, residing with her husband and children in residences like Kensington Palace and Anmer Hall. Her dedication to philanthropy, coupled with her grace and style, underscores her impactful presence within the British royal family and broader society.
10 июл 2024
