Queen Camilla pulls out of funeral plans this week as she recovers from acute sinusitis, Buckingham Palace confirmed on Tuesday.
The Queen, wife of King Charles III, was due to attend the funeral of the Duchess of Kent. Doctors, however, advised her to rest. A palace spokesperson said she hopes to return to royal duties soon.
Royal sources added that Camilla is determined to recover before U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump’s visit to Britain. His trip begins Wednesday at Windsor Castle, with King Charles and senior royals scheduled to host him.
Her absence comes at a sensitive time for the royal family, which is balancing private grief with state obligations. The Duchess of Kent’s funeral was a private ceremony, and Camilla’s absence was described by officials as precautionary. They stressed her condition is not serious.
Observers noted that Camilla has taken on a larger public role since King Charles became monarch. She has represented the Crown at key national and international events. Missing the funeral was seen as significant, though palace sources said it will not affect her longer-term schedule.
Medical experts describe acute sinusitis as a painful inflammation of the sinuses, often caused by infection. Symptoms may include headaches, facial pressure, and breathing difficulty. Rest and proper treatment usually lead to recovery within days or weeks.
Buckingham Palace confirmed that no changes have been made to the rest of the royal schedule. Preparations for the Trump visit remain on track, with Camilla expected to participate if her recovery continues as planned.
Queen Camilla pulls out of funeral, but her anticipated return later in the week reflects her commitment to duty. Her presence alongside King Charles during Trump’s visit will be closely watched.
Palace officials reassured the public that her illness is minor. They remain optimistic she will resume engagements soon and support the King through a busy series of events.
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