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Kate-Gate: How the Royals lost control of the narrative

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🗓️ 22 March 2024

⏱️ 31 minutes

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Summary

The whereabouts of the Princess of Wales is still under intense scrutiny after footage of William and Kate shopping failed to provide reassurance - and instead led to even more conspiracy theories. Does the obsession with Kate echo the days of Diana? And could the frenzy permanently damage Kensington Palace's brand?

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