Camilla breathes a sigh of relief: her son decides to tell the truth and not even Charles III expected it

In royal families, few things are as valuable as first-person accounts. When these come unscripted and in a relaxed setting, they can completely change public perception. This time, the gesture has come from Camilla's closest circle.

Tom Parker-Bowles, Camilla's eldest son and a well-known figure in the culinary world, has decided to break the silence. He did so naturally, but made it clear that there were truths that needed to be told. Along the way, he has elegantly debunked some myths about Camilla.

Camilla, wine, and a myth that's already fading

After being invited to the podcast White Wine Question Time, Tom spoke candidly about some habits attributed to his mother. "I've never seen her tipsy," he stated, dispelling rumors about excess. He also said, "She doesn't drink gin," despite the image people have of her.

He pointed out that Camilla does enjoy a glass of red wine at social events, but always in moderation. He also revealed that she quit smoking more than 20 years ago. Far from the exaggerated portrait, he described her as someone balanced and very aware of her image.

"There's a myth that she likes to have a gin and tonic with a cigarette," he commented, then firmly denied it. His testimony comes at a time when the British monarchy is seeking greater closeness. These words humanize the queen's image.

Royal memories and childhood mistakes

Beyond the topic of wine, Tom Parker-Bowles shared an anecdote with Queen Elizabeth II. He said that he met her as a child and, out of nerves, he curtsied instead of bowing his head. "I was so scared that I curtsied," he said, laughing.

Currently, Parker-Bowles is a food critic and a regular contributor to British media. In his book Cooking & the Crown he explores the culinary history of royalty. He analyzes monarchs' personal tastes and the symbolism of palace cuisine.

He also recalled that the reputation for generous drinking at court comes from Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon. The Queen Mother followed a drinking routine that included gin, wine, and champagne. According to Tom, this is a tradition his mother didn't inherit.

With simple words and personal details, Tom has managed to show Camilla in a different light. Far from stereotypes, his family portrait adds humanity to the queen's image. Without a doubt, he even surprised King Charles III himself.