The love story between Charles III and Camilla Parker It is, without a doubt, one of the most controversial in the recent history of the British monarchy. What began as a youthful romance turned into an international scandal that shook the Royal Family, and later, into a marriage that was finally accepted.
But before that he went through decades of tensions, betrayals and difficulties that both managed to overcome. Therefore, here we break down the chronology of their tumultuous relationship, from when they met until their wedding in 2005.
The beginnings of the romance between Prince Charles and Camilla Parker
Carlos met Camilla Shand (her maiden name) in 1970 during a polo match, at a time when he was a prince heir to the throne and she was a carefree young woman with an active social life. The chemistry between the two was instant and they quickly began their relationship. But despite their connection, the romance didn’t last long.
In 1973, Camilla married British Army officer Andrew Parker Bowlesa man with whom she had had an on-and-off relationship before meeting Carlos. Although Camilla’s marriage formally removed her from the prince’s life, their emotional bond was never completely severed.
In 1981, Carlos married Diana Spencer in a wedding that was presented to the world as a fairy tale. However, the then prince was still deeply in love with Camilla, which generated tensions from the beginning.
Then, in 1992, a biography of Lady Di was published, Diana: Her True Storyin which details of his unhappiness and the relationship between Charles and Camilla come to light, unleashing one of the biggest scandals of British royalty. And in that same year the princes separated, but the divorce was not made official.
Then, in 1993, some telephone recordings of an intimate conversation between Carlos and Camilla that took place in the eighties, an episode that the tabloids dubbed “Camillagate.” This scandal revealed the infidelity of the then heir to the British throne.
However, officially, Diana and Carlos were divorced until 1996.. While the following year, in 1997, Lady Di died. Which further contributed to the British people having great animosity towards Camilla Parker.
Carlos and Camilla begin to appear in public
However, the firstborn of Elizabeth II He never stopped fighting for his relationship with Camilla. For several years, they kept a low profile, but gradually began to appear together at public events. In 1999, they made their first official appearance as a couple at Camilla’s sister’s birthday.
The wedding and accession to the throne
Finally, in 2005, more than 30 years after they met, they were able to get married. Queen Elizabeth II did not attend the civil ceremony, although she was present at the subsequent religious blessing, which was interpreted as conditional support. Camilla was awarded the title Duchess of Cornwallinstead of Princess of Wales, as a sign of respect to the memory of Diana.
Over the years, Camilla has worked hard to gain public favor and has proven to be a constant support for Charles, especially after his accession to the throne in 2022. Today, both have managed to find a place in the hearts of many Britons. , transforming what was once considered a forbidden romance into a story of perseverance and true love.
