How Duchess Sophie has become the unsung hero of Christmas by taking the pressure off Kate Middleton [Video]

07:00 EST 19 Dec 2024, updated 07:10 EST 19 Dec 2024

The festive period is a busy time for many people, yet Sophie the Duchess of Edinburgh has been hard at work and attended several engagements in recent weeks. 

Whether singing carols or making mince pies, Sophie hasn’t shied away from stepping up while Princess Kate has been making a gradual return to duties following treatment for cancer.

Back in November, the Duchess showed her supportive side when she warmly put her arm around a Yazidi survivor while attending a photography exhibition.

Then, earlier this month, Sophie wore a glamorous gown and attended the Qatar State Banquet at Buckingham Palace with other Royals.

Days later, the Duchess of Edinburgh joined in with the festivities during a visit to the Bagshot Women’s Institute and made decorations. 

While at the ‘Together at Christmas‘ carol service at Westminster Abbey, Sophie was stood by the Princess of Wales, and the following …