Can a love story truly rewrite history? It most certainly can, and the coronation of Camilla Parker Bowles as Queen Camilla on May 6, 2023, alongside King Charles III, is a testament to that enduring power. A figure once shrouded in controversy has emerged as a steadfast and increasingly beloved presence in the British monarchy.
The journey to this momentous occasion has been anything but conventional. Camillas life, now inextricably linked to the Crown, began far from the palaces and pageantry. Born Camilla Rosemary Shand on July 17, 1947, in London, she entered a world of privilege and social connections. Her father, Major Bruce Shand, was a decorated war hero turned wine merchant, and her mother, the Honorable Rosalind Cubitt, was the daughter of a baron. Camilla's upbringing instilled in her a love for the countryside, a sharp wit, and a genuine warmth that would eventually endear her to many, including the future King of England.
| Queen Camilla: Biographical and Professional Information | |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Camilla Rosemary Shand (Parker Bowles) |
| Title | Queen Consort of the United Kingdom |
| Date of Birth | July 17, 1947 |
| Place of Birth | London, England |
| Father | Major Bruce Shand |
| Mother | The Honorable Rosalind Cubitt |
| Siblings | Annabel Elliot (sister), Mark Shand (brother, deceased) |
| First Marriage | Andrew Parker Bowles (1973-1995) |
| Children (from first marriage) | Laura Lopes, Tom Parker Bowles |
| Second Marriage | King Charles III (2005-present) |
| Coronation Date | May 6, 2023 |
| Previous Titles | Duchess of Cornwall |
| Official Website | The Royal Family |
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