Queen Camilla admits her worst fear during a special week: there's a lot of fear

Camilla Parker Bowles's life has been marked by moments of intense scrutiny and others filled with tension. She was constantly at the center of public opinion; however, her role in the British royal family has evolved. She has gone from being a figure in the shadows and unloved to becoming the queen consort.

Nevertheless, her story hasn't been simple and now, as she turns 78 years old, she faces one of the most complex moments. Despite the criticism and challenges she has faced, Queen Camilla has earned the respect of the public. She has become more than "the wife of King Charles III"; she has her own place within the royal family, but what no one expected is what's coming.

Fear of the future and Camilla's possible legacy

Charles III's health has been a constant concern over the past few months. Although the king has tried to keep his public life normal, his battle with cancer has affected those closest to him. For Camilla, the idea of facing her husband's death is something that's begun to weigh on her.

Lara Ferrerio points out: "Charles and Camilla are a couple who are still in love; the death of her husband would be a traumatic moment for her." It could be said that it's "an abrupt end to a story where love had triumphed." She believes that at that moment, Camilla "would take refuge in her role as a mother and grandmother," all to overcome the pain of loss.

"For Camilla, comfort lies in having a secondary role," says psychologist Lara Ferreiro. This secondary role has been the norm in recent years, but with an uncertain future, her role could change quickly. Upon Charles III's death, she would become "the queen dowager," facing the loss of her life partner and the loss of her status.

Camilla's role in the monarchy and her relationship with the royal family

From the beginning, Camilla has been seen as "the wicked stepmother," something that has followed her throughout her relationship with Charles III. The shadow of Lady Di has been a constant, despite Camilla's efforts to show her worth and win the affection of the British public. Psychologist Ferreiro points out that "the shadow of Lady Di has haunted Camilla's entire life," which has made it difficult for the British to fully accept the queen consort.

Although her relationship with her son, Prince Harry, seems to be improving, the situation remains tense within the royal family. The psychologist notes that, "now that it seems Charles and Harry are rebuilding their relationship, it's complicated to know what role Camilla might play." This uncertain future, marked by the loss of her husband and the change in her institutional role, presents a path full of emotional challenges for the queen consort.