Lilibet was born in June 2021 in California, far from the royal corridors of London and amid deepening tensions between the Sussexes and the rest of the Royal Family. Following Harry and Meghan’s explosive departure from royal duties — and their infamous interview with Oprah Winfrey — communication between the families has been strained, to say the least.
When asked by a reporter shortly after Lilibet’s birth if she had any wishes for the newborn, Catherine smiled warmly, responding, “Oh, I wish her all the very best.” But her next words revealed the distance between them in more ways than one. “I can’t wait to meet her,” she admitted softly. “Because we haven’t met her yet.”
Pressed further, the Princess of Wales confirmed she had never even FaceTimed her niece. “No, I haven’t,” she said, her tone polite but undeniably tinged with sadness.
For many royal watchers, it was a moment that spoke volumes. Catherine’s composure reflected her unwavering diplomacy, yet her candid response hinted at the painful reality of a family divided by oceans — and controversy. Supporters praised her for handling the awkward question with grace, even as it underscored how fractured relations between the brothers remain.
Since Harry and Meghan’s move to the United States, the Royal Family has faced relentless speculation about whether reconciliation is even possible. The distance — both emotional and geographical — means that Prince William and Princess Catherine’s children have never truly known their cousin Lilibet.
Still, Catherine continues to embody quiet optimism. Her ability to maintain dignity under pressure, even in the face of deeply personal questions, has earned her widespread admiration. “She wasn’t ready for that question,” one royal fan commented, “but she handled it perfectly.”
As royal duties continued, Catherine’s family brought a sense of warmth and humor back into the public eye. During the VE Day celebrations earlier this year, her youngest son, Prince Louis, once again stole the spotlight with his infectious charm. While standing alongside his parents and siblings, he lightheartedly quipped to Prince William, “Wasn’t this supposed to be fun?” — a moment that left onlookers smiling through the drizzle.
It was a reminder that even amid public scrutiny and family tension, the Wales family continues to radiate a sense of unity and love. And for Princess Catherine, perhaps that’s where the hope lies — that someday, her own children might share that same bond with their cousin Lilibet.
Until then, her words — simple, sincere, and tinged with longing — remain one of the most poignant glimpses into the quiet heartbreak of Britain’s most watched family.
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