Royal Family Faces Backlash After Kate Middleton and Princess Diana Are Snubbed from Women’s Day Tribute
The British royal family has found itself at the center of controversy after its official International Women’s Day tribute glaringly omitted both Kate Middleton and the late Princess Diana. The exclusion has ignited a wave of outrage among royal fans, who have taken to social media to voice their disappointment.
On March 8, Buckingham Palace’s Instagram post honored influential women of the monarchy, including Queen Elizabeth II, Queen Camilla, Princess Anne, and Duchess Sophie. However, the noticeable absence of two of the most beloved royal women—Diana and Kate—left many questioning the decision.
Within minutes of the post going live, royal watchers flooded the comments section with criticism. “I can’t find the Princess of Wales among them,” one user pointed out. Another expressed their dismay, writing, “I’m sad because I don’t see the Princess of Wales—either of them.”
Many argued that the tribute should have included Princess Diana, whose legacy as a humanitarian continues to inspire people worldwide. Others were baffled by Kate Middleton’s exclusion, given her dedication to women’s causes and charity work.
Fans also noted that Kate’s wedding portraits, which were taken by a female photographer, would have been a perfect fit for the tribute’s theme. Yet, even that was overlooked, further fueling speculation about the royal family’s motivations.
As the backlash intensified, Prince William and Kate Middleton took matters into their own hands. Hours after the palace’s controversial post, Kensington Palace released its own International Women’s Day tribute—one that included twelve inspiring women.
Among those honored were Holocaust survivor Yvonne Bernstein and teenage photographer Liz Hatton, who tragically passed away from cancer last year. Kate had previously shared an emotional moment with Liz, who captured royal portraits before her untimely death.
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“Liz’s memory lives on in Vicky Hatton’s unwavering resilience. Thank you for such a moving moment,” the Prince and Princess of Wales wrote in their tribute.
While neither William nor Kate addressed the palace’s snub directly, their response was seen as a quiet but powerful statement. Many interpreted their post as a way of ensuring that inspiring women—including those overlooked by the royal family—were still celebrated.
The controversy has also reignited speculation about Queen Camilla’s role in the tribute’s selection. Some believe that she may have influenced the decision to leave out Kate and Diana, possibly to prevent their overwhelming popularity from overshadowing her own presence in the post.
“The omission of Diana and Kate feels too intentional to be an accident,” one royal expert commented. “Camilla has always been in the shadow of Diana’s legacy, and Kate is the future Queen. Their absence is telling.”
For many royal fans, this latest snub only strengthens the enduring comparisons between Kate Middleton and Princess Diana. Despite their exclusion from the palace’s tribute, both women continue to hold a special place in the hearts of the public.
As the backlash grows, Buckingham Palace has remained silent, refusing to clarify whether the omission was deliberate or an oversight. However, one thing is clear—Kate and Diana’s legacy of grace, compassion, and dedication to the public cannot be erased, no matter how hard the palace tries.
