Elizabeth II: this ugly nickname she gave Camilla Parker Bowles

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Elizabeth II: The Ugly Nickname She Gave Camilla Parker Bowles

Before Queen Elizabeth II declared that Camilla Parker Bowles would become Queen Consort, the now-wife of King Charles III had to navigate years of tension and skepticism from the monarch. But behind closed doors, things were far from cordial.

Elizabeth II and Camilla: A Strained Relationship

For decades, Camilla Parker Bowles was viewed as the woman who shattered Prince Charles and Princess Diana’s marriage. The Queen, deeply loyal to tradition, reportedly struggled to accept her son's controversial romance. Royal family insiders suggest that Elizabeth II was initially unwilling to forgive Camilla’s role in the scandal and once refused to even acknowledge her presence at official events.

The Nickname: Elizabeth II’s Harsh Words for Camilla

In his biography Rebel Prince: The Power, Passion and Defiance of Prince Charles, journalist Tom Bower reveals that the Queen did not hold back her disapproval. According to sources, during a private conversation, Queen Elizabeth II referred to Camilla as “the wicked woman.”

A Difficult Road to Acceptance

It took years before Queen Elizabeth II publicly acknowledged Camilla’s place in the British royal family.

• Royal snub: At Prince Charles and Camilla’s 2005 wedding, the Queen skipped the civil ceremony, only joining for the reception.
• 52-second encounter: During an official photograph at the event, she reportedly spent just 52 seconds with Camilla before turning her attention to a horse-racing event.
• No direct acknowledgment: Even in speeches, she often avoided mentioning Camilla’s name directly.

Camilla Parker Bowles: From “Wicked Woman” to Queen Consort

Over time, tensions thawed. As the years passed, Camilla proved herself as a loyal royal figure, supporting Prince Charles in his duties. By 2022, on the occasion of her Platinum Jubilee, Queen Elizabeth II made a groundbreaking declaration:

“It is my sincere wish that, when the time comes, Camilla will be known as Queen Consort.”

Elizabeth II’s Legacy and Camilla’s Future

Despite their rocky history, Queen Elizabeth II’s final public endorsement cemented Camilla Parker Bowles’ place in history. Today, as Queen Camilla, she holds the title that once seemed impossible to attain.

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