Catherine, Meghan, Camilla, Diana — the price of marrying a prince

Diana, Camilla, Catherine and Meghan each made the life-changing choice to marry into the House of Windsor. On the surface, it looks like a fairy tale. But what is the true cost of becoming a royal wife? And why have some adapted to life behind palace walls more easily than others?

Kate Mansey and Roya Nikkhah are joined by Simon Vigar, royal correspondent for 5 News and author of the new book, The Four Wives of Windsor, to examine the sacrifices, scrutiny and rivalries that come with marrying a prince.

Why did Diana’s star power become a threat? How did Camilla transform her public image? And why did Meghan’s time in the institution unravel so quickly? They also discuss the importance of love, laughter, and why playing the long game in the royal family matters most.

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What do you think: which royal wife adapted best to life inside the House of Windsor? Get in touch: theroyals@thetimes.co.uk

Simon’s book, The Four Wives of Windsor: Rivalries, Influence and the True Power Behind the Crown, is available now. You can buy a copy from The Times Bookshop, with a special discount for Times+ members.

Image: Getty

Producer: Robert Wallace, Shabnam Grewal

Video Producer: Eve Chadbourn

Executive Producer: Priyanka Deladia

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