While Charles is now King Charles III, Camilla is Queen, serving as Queen Consort by her husband's side
After the news of the sad passing of The Queen, many will wonder what it means for the future of our monarchy.
The wife of a king automatically becomes a queen consort and Elizabeth II endorsed the Duchess of Cornwall to be known as Queen when the time came earlier this year. Camilla has gradually taken on a more prominent position within the royal family, including riding next to the Queen in her Diamond Jubilee carriage procession.News of the Queen's passing has the nation mourning since it was announced earlier this evening following her deteriorating health.
While Charles, our new King said upon the news of his mother's death: "The death of my beloved Mother, Her Majesty The Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family."I know her loss will be deeply felt throughout the country, the Realms and the Commonwealth, and by countless people around the world.