Katherine, the Princess of Wales, has countered Omid Scobie's claims of her being one of the laziest members of the royal family by significantly increasing her workload in 2023.
Scobie's controversial remarks were debunked as Catherine's Royal engagements rose from 90 in 2022 to 92 in 2023, a 2% increase, according to data from digital PR agency Reboot. This places her third on the list of Royals with the most increased engagements, with the Duke of Gloucester and King Charles taking the top two spots.
The Duke saw a 12% rise, and the King's engagements increased by 8%. Despite previous criticism, Katherine's actions demonstrate her commitment to her royal duties, challenging Scobie's assertions.
Previously criticized for not taking on as many royal duties as expected, Katherine has proven herself by embracing her responsibilities while juggling motherhood to three children under 10. In Omid Scobie's book, "Endgame," he suggested that Katherine felt out of her comfort zone with royal duties, especially at events like the Chelsea Flower Show in 2019.
However, Katherine's actions align with the teachings of the late Queen Elizabeth II, following the key rule of "never complain, never explain." PR expert Denise Palad Davy notes the similarities between Katherine and the Queen, emphasizing Katherine's emergence as a strong and powerful figure.
Katherine's popularity has surged on social media amid Royal scrutiny. Following the release of "Endgame," the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's Instagram followers increased from 15 million to 15.1 million. Despite challenges related to racial tensions within the Royal Family, the public has shown massive support for Catherine and her family.
Their annual Christmas card, featuring Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, received over 2.8 million likes on Instagram, making it the most liked post on the platform in 2023. This positive reception reflects the public's continued endorsement of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge amid ongoing controversies.
