This new documentary sets out to tell the story of Kate Middleton’s transformation from commoner to Princess of Wales. Through interviews with those who know her best, the film attempts to paint a more intimate portrait of the future Queen.
The first episode charts Kate’s early life, including the contrasting backgrounds of her parents—a mother from a coal-mining family and a father with aristocratic connections. It also explores how the success of her mother’s business allowed the family to ascend socially.
The narrative then turns to Kate’s relationship with Prince William, from its early days to the media frenzy that followed a skiing trip photograph. The documentary even touches upon the couple’s brief breakup and its impact on the royal household, as recounted by King Charles’ former butler, Grant Harrold.
Key moments, such as Kate passing the “Balmoral Test” and the controversy surrounding topless photographs, are addressed. Finally, the arrival of Meghan Markle is framed as a turning point, disrupting the once-close bond between Kate and Prince Harry. Tune in to Channel 5 on Saturday, 11 January, at 9:30 PM.
