Kate Middleton once appeared inseparable from her younger sister Pippa Middleton, especially when she entered the royal family by marrying Prince William in 2011. At the time the entire Middleton family stood firmly behind her, with Pippa famously serving as maid of honour at the historic wedding.
For years the sisters presented a united front at public events. They were often photographed smiling laughing and supporting one another during major milestones, reinforcing the image of a close and supportive sibling bond.
Kate returned that support in 2017 when she attended Pippa wedding to financier James Matthews. The Princess of Wales looked radiant and proud as she stood by her sister during the high profile ceremony.
However since the beginning of this year rumors of simmering tensions between Kate Middleton and Pippa have grown louder. Royal watchers have begun questioning why the sisters have rarely been seen together during a period when family unity would seem most important.
Concerns deepened as Kate navigated an extremely difficult year marked by her cancer journey. Many observers noted that Pippa appeared noticeably absent during this challenging period and did not visibly rally around her sister in the public eye.
Speculation resurfaced strongly when Pippa failed to attend Kate annual Together at Christmas carol service. The event is considered one of the Princess of Wales most personal traditions and is usually supported by close family members.
Kate parents Carole and Michael Middleton were present and arrived together. They were seen walking in shortly behind their son James Middleton and his wife Alizee Thevenet reinforcing the sense of a family gathering.
Pippa absence stood out even more because she has never skipped the carol service before. According to reports she was in the Middle East at the time following a brief and awkward appearance on Sky Sports while attending a Formula One event.
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Royal commentators have begun pointing out a troubling pattern rather than a one off absence. Some believe that Pippa repeated distance from Kate key moments suggests deeper personal issues between the sisters.
Social media users have been especially vocal. One user on X reminded others that Pippa was reportedly diving off a yacht while Kate was undergoing surgery for precancerous cells earlier this year.
The same user added that Pippa did not accompany Kate to a single Wimbledon appearance this year. They claimed the situation made it clear that something significant had changed between the sisters.
Another user highlighted an interview where Pippa made an awkward remark about Kate condition. Pippa stated that her sister was not sick in the traditional sense which many interpreted as dismissive.
Additional comments suggested the sisters have not been on speaking terms for a long time. Some even claimed that Pippa may have grown tired of royal drama and constant scrutiny surrounding Kate.
Others believe the tension stems from long standing family dynamics. One theory suggests that Carole Middleton has always prioritized Kate and her children over Pippa family which may have fueled resentment.
So far there has been no official comment from Kate Middleton or Pippa regarding the rumors. However the growing list of absences comments and missed milestones has left royal watchers convinced that a once close sisterly bond may be quietly unraveling.
