Amidst the royal family’s shifting dynamics, an insider has revealed that the Duchess of Edinburgh, Sophie, is set to assume a crucial position once the Princess of Wales ascends to the throne.

With the absence of the King and Princess Kate due to health reasons, Duchess Sophie, a prominent figure in the royal hierarchy, has been compelled to scale back her royal responsibilities.

The Princess of Wales recently underwent planned abdominal surgery, leading to a period of recovery at her residence in Windsor.

It is anticipated that the senior royal will refrain from public engagements until post-Easter.

Concurrently, King Charles is undergoing treatment following a diagnosis of a rare form of cancer.

The prospect of Sophie’s future role within the monarchy has been a topic of discussion among palace insiders.

According to sources cited by the Mail, the mother-of-two is poised to assume a similar role to that of Princess Anne once Kate assumes the throne.

Known for her industrious work ethic, Princess Anne undertook an impressive 457 engagements last year, while Sophie fulfilled 219 commitments in 2023.

Sophie is lauded for her adeptness at handling engagements with finesse, often operating behind the scenes.

In the wake of the Duchess of Sussex’s withdrawal from royal duties in 2020, Princess Kate and Sophie have cultivated a strong bond.