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Behind the gilded façade of Buckingham Palace, far from the official smiles and polished public appearances, whispers of a covert power struggle echo through the royal corridors. At the center of this alleged campaign is Queen Camilla, who, while publicly playing the role of a doting grandmother, is rumored to be advancing her biological granddaughters—Lola Parker Bowles and Eliza Lopes—at the expense of Princess Charlotte, the only daughter of Prince William and Princess Catherine.
According to insider accounts, Camilla’s behavior transcends ordinary favoritism and enters the territory of strategic manipulation. The Queen Consort is said to be subtly grooming her granddaughters for prominence, using royal resources and influence to secure them a position of visibility and prestige within the monarchy—despite the fact that neither Lola nor Eliza hold titles or places in the line of succession.
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Lola Parker Bowles, born in 2007 to Camilla’s son Tom, reportedly shares a close bond with her grandmother. Camilla once mentioned in an interview that she and Lola play Wordle daily, often racing to finish first—a light-hearted comment that some believe reveals a deeper, possibly calculated effort to sharpen Lola’s public skills. Eliza Lopes, born in 2008 to Camilla’s daughter Laura, rose to national attention as a bridesmaid at William and Kate’s wedding. Since then, both girls have allegedly been given increasing exposure, aided by Camilla’s behind-the-scenes influence.
The first major stir around Camilla's alleged favoritism came during what’s now dubbed “The January Takeover.” Lola’s birthday on January 16th was transformed into a grand month-long series of celebrations, complete with ceremonial tributes and events rivaling official royal functions. The Household Division was reportedly instructed to perform a special salute outside Kensington Palace, rebranded as "Lola’s Guard of Honor." Lavish events took place in Buckingham Palace’s ballroom, Windsor Castle, and Highgrove House, with circus acts, pony shows, and puzzle-themed games—all tailored to Lola’s tastes.
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In contrast, the Wales family's own initiatives were quietly pushed aside. A significant children’s mental health campaign, spearheaded by Prince William and Princess Kate and scheduled for February 2025, reportedly struggled for support due to staff and media attention being diverted to Lola’s festivities. Even palace florists and caterers were reassigned to the birthday gala, leaving the Wales’ campaign in the shadows.
Princess Charlotte’s birthday in May suffered similarly. Following January’s excess, Camilla allegedly claimed there were not enough resources left for another major event. Charlotte’s celebration was reduced to a small family gathering—mirroring the previous year, when her birthday was marked with only a picnic.
More concerning are claims of heirlooms and royal treasures being diverted from Charlotte and the Wales children to Camilla’s granddaughters. A sapphire brooch gifted by a Middle Eastern royal for Charlotte reportedly ended up on Eliza’s coat during a school event. Camilla explained the piece as “borrowed,” though sources argue otherwise. Likewise, a set of diamond earrings initially designated for Kate for a state dinner appeared as a birthday gift to Lola. A gold bracelet meant for Prince Louis’s christening found its way into Lola’s jewelry box. Most strikingly, a tiara once worn by Princess Diana—allegedly reserved for Charlotte’s future debut—was seen on Eliza during a private gathering. Additional heirlooms, including a pearl necklace from Queen Elizabeth II and a silver locket engraved with Charlotte’s initials, were later seen adorning Lola and Eliza at public events.
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Camilla’s public demeanor toward her granddaughters has also drawn scrutiny. At formal occasions, she has allegedly ensured Lola and Eliza receive prime attention while Princess Charlotte is left in the background. During a Commonwealth Day service, Eliza wore Charlotte’s brooch while Lola donned a necklace made from Diana’s tiara. Charlotte, in a plain dress, stood quietly nearby. A photo of Eliza wearing Charlotte’s pearl necklace in a school play, captioned “Family heirlooms find a new home,” sparked outrage online.
The disparities have not gone unnoticed by royal observers or the Wales family. Reportedly, Princess Kate confronted Camilla over her actions, only to be brushed off with the dismissive remark: “You’ll have your turn when I’m done.” More incidents added fuel to the fire. At Trooping the Colour in 2022, Camilla allegedly scolded Charlotte in a carriage ride with the words, “Stop showing off—it’s not your day,” while later praising Lola. On Charlotte’s eighth birthday, Camilla gave her a simple book, while Eliza received an opulent jewelry set for her fifteenth. At Camilla’s coronation anointing in 2023, she reportedly tried—unsuccessfully—to have her granddaughters hold the ceremonial canopy, a position of honor.
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Camilla is also said to publicly highlight her involvement in Eliza’s daily life, such as picking her up from school—attention never reportedly extended to Charlotte. At a family event in 2024, Camilla was overheard saying, “Lola has a natural grace Charlotte could only dream of,” a statement that reportedly wounded the young princess deeply.
Camilla’s alleged ambitions go beyond simple attention. Insiders claim she is encouraging Lola to pursue charity work in Diana’s mold and grooming Eliza for future royal roles, possibly envisioning their marriages into aristocratic families—thus creating a rival legacy to that of the Wales children.
Public backlash and royal tension eventually led Prince William to initiate a formal investigation. The inquiry confirmed the misuse of royal resources and the misallocation of heirlooms. As a result, the items were reclaimed for the royal collection. Lola and Eliza were barred from royal residences and events, and Camilla’s influence over family affairs was significantly diminished. Though she kept her title, her authority over household matters, event planning, and resource distribution was revoked.
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