Duchess of Edinburgh was ‘emotional’ to assume title once used by late Queen
Former Countess of Wessex on the significance of new title
- Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, described assuming her new title as "emotional" because it was previously held by her mother-in-law, the late Queen Elizabeth II.
- She became Duchess of Edinburgh after King Charles granted her husband, Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh title in 2023, fulfilling his parents' wishes and recognising Edward's dedication to the Duke of Edinburgh's Award.
- These remarks were made during her visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina to mark the 30th anniversary of the Srebrenica Genocide.
- Sophie commented on her role, stating she prefers to "fly under the radar" but acknowledges her increasing visibility due to fewer working members of the Royal Family.
- During her visit, she met mothers of genocide victims and delivered a message from the King, who expressed his regret at not being able to attend in person.