A close family friend of the Princess of Wales has found herself completely cut off from the royal circle after making what's been described as a 'shocking slur' about Kate's prestigious former school, Marlborough College.
The social rift emerged after the friend, who had enjoyed years of close association with the Middleton family, made disparaging comments about the elite Wiltshire institution during a social gathering. The remark was considered so offensive that it prompted immediate consequences within Kate's inner circle.
The Prestigious Alma Mater
Marlborough College, where fees now exceed £40,000 per year, counts numerous members of the aristocracy and celebrity elite among its alumni. The Princess of Wales attended the co-educational boarding school between 2000 and 2005, where she was known as an enthusiastic sportswoman and popular student.
"This wasn't just a casual comment," revealed a source close to the situation. "The remark struck at the heart of what the family values - loyalty and respect for institutions that have shaped them."
Social Exile
The fallout has been swift and decisive. The once-trusted friend has been effectively frozen out of royal-adjacent social events and is no longer included in gatherings involving the Middleton family or their connections.
"There's been a clear line drawn in the sand," added the insider. "When you're connected to the royal family, certain standards of discretion are expected, and this crossed that line."
The incident highlights the delicate nature of relationships within royal circles, where loyalty and discretion remain paramount virtues. For those who breach this unwritten code, the social consequences can be immediate and permanent.
