CAMILLA, the Duchess of Cornwall is “excited” to take over the patronage of one of her most appreciated charities from Meghan Markle
Meghan Markle had become the patron of the National Theater in January 2019 prior to Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall’s recent appointment. The role was personally passed down to the Duchess of Sussex from the Queen. Board members at the National Theaters were, at first, split over whether to ask Meghan to stay or seek a new patron, according to the Daily Mirror.
Speaking in the latest podcast episode of RoyallyUS, host, and US Weekly correspondent Christina Garibaldi said: “This is the first of Meghan’s patronages to be handed over to another member of the Royal Family.
She added that “they didn’t move too far”, with Christina’s co-host Christine Ross adding that this is possibly due to the pandemic and that there was “no ability to go and visit the patronages”.
Ms Ross stated that the National Theater was one of the organizations that were the “most disappointed” in the representation from the royal patron.
She continues: “It was a great opportunity for Meghan but when she stepped away, it wasn’t her place to represent them or be their patron anymore.
“I hear its Camilla that has been interested in being their patron for a really long time.
“She’s really excited about it, the National Theater is really excited to have someone represent them.
“It’s a great partnership.”
Meghan had four patronages but it is still unknown as to who will replace her role as patron for the remaining ones.
The Duchess of Cambridge took over the role of Rugby Football League and Rugby Football Union patron from Prince Harry earlier this year. Kate released a personal statement via social media to announce the news and added that she was “thrilled” to take on the patronage.