In a statement today, a palace mouthpiece said, “His Majesty puts the royal family’s unity and honor first. After what went down recently, there’s been a decision to retool certain roles and duties in the family. The King and Queen are solid in their commitment to their jobs.”
Tom Parker Bowles, a big-shot food writer and critic, has usually kept a low-key when it comes to royal goings-on. But this latest fiasco has shoved him into the limelight in a way no one saw coming.
Public opinion’s split. Some are giving King Charles a thumbs up for acting fast to shield the family’s rep, while others feel bad for Parker Bowles, thinking the decision was too harsh. Social media’s on fire with chatter, and hashtags like #RoyalDrama and #FamilyFeud are trending everywhere.
As for Queen Camilla, word is she’s heartbroken but is backing her husband’s move. “The Queen’s crushed but gets why peace in the family matters,” a pal let slip.