The Royal Family is rarely not out of the news due to institutional obligations. The media has played a huge role in exposing them and keeping them relevant. The year 2023 is an important year for the British monarchy. King Charles III ascended the throne in 2022 after the sad demise of Queen Elizabeth II. He will ceremoniously ascend the throne on May 6, 2023, at Westminster Abbey.
It has been a British tradition to know which member of the royal family is the most likable of all. From 2019 to 2022, the late Queen Elizabeth II was the most liked member of the family, followed by Prince William and Kate Middleton. The least liked ones were Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, and Prince Andrew. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have maligned their image in the public since the Megxit, and Prince Andrew was embroiled in a sexual assault case. In 2023, it turns out that the Princess of Wales is the most likable member of the family.
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Kate Middleton Is The Most Liked Member Of The Royal Family
Since Kate Middleton came into the royal family after her marriage to Prince William in 2011, people have readily embraced her. The late Queen Elizabeth was a “phenomenal mentor” to the Princess of Wales, and the two had a great bond.
She helped Kate understand her royal duties. Even King Charles III adores her, as she stood strong with the family with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle spewing hate against the family.
Now, as per an Ipsos poll, Kate Middleton has emerged as the most popular member of the Royal Family, with 60% having favorable opinions about her. Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral helped her gain sympathy. She is tied with Princess Anne, who also has 60% favorability.
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King Charles III Is Favored By 49% Britons
King Charles III will ceremoniously grace the monarch’s throne during the coronation ceremony. It will be a countrywide affair with many important delegates, both from around the world and from Commonwealth Nations. After the elaborate biblical rituals, there will be a music concert on May 7, 2023, with renowned artists including Katy Perry.
Ahead of the coronation ceremony, 49% of Britons favored him as a monarch. It is a 12% dip after he received a whopping rating of 61%. Charles’ work has satisfied 57% of Britons since he ascended the throne. Kelly Beaver, Chief Executive of Ipsos poll in the UK and Ireland, said, “With less than two weeks until the coronation, King Charles may be happy to know that half of Britons think he is already doing a good job, numbers recent prime ministers would envy.”
She continued, “It’s a good start for Britain’s new King and something he will no doubt want to continue to work on once the coronation quiches are eaten and the bunting is down.”
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