Rose Hanbury surprises Kate Middleton as she is back in royal family fold

Lady Rose Hanbury appears to be reintegrating with the royal family, as she was seen publicly for the first time since denying rumors of an affair with Prince William, following news of Kate Middleton’s abdominal surgery. According to Us Weekly, Rose was present at the final day of the Badminton Horse Trials held at Badminton House in England on Sunday, May 12.

During the event, the former British model was seen engaging in conversation with Queen Camilla and renowned makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury. Notably, Rose’s fashion choice for the day—a cyan blue trouser suit paired with a pale blue shirt—complemented the queen, who also opted for blue attire, donning a dress in a similar hue.

Hello magazine highlighted that upon meeting, Rose greeted Queen Camilla with a curtsey, signaling respect and adherence to royal protocols. This public appearance marks a significant moment for Hanbury, suggesting a possible easing of tensions within royal circles.

Previously, Hanbury had vehemently denied the affair rumors through her legal team, stating, “the rumors are completely false.” These rumors resurfaced on social media, gaining further attention after comedian Stephen Colbert humorously mentioned them in what was dubbed the ‘Katespiracy.’

The allegations of an affair between Prince William and Lady Rose Hanbury first emerged in 2019 amidst reports that the Prince of Wales had been unfaithful to Kate Middleton. The resurgence of these rumors coincides with a challenging time for the Middleton family, as Kate is currently undergoing treatment for cancer, a situation that has inevitably drawn public and media attention back to Hanbury.

This renewed visibility of Rose Hanbury at a public event with senior royals suggests a shift in her relationship with the royal family, possibly indicating that past controversies are being put aside as the family focuses on supporting Kate during her treatment.