Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall

Date of Birth: July 17, 1947

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Biography

Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, was born Camilla Rosemary Shand on July 17, 1947, in London, England. She is the wife of Charles, Prince of Wales, the heir apparent to the British throne. Raised in the rural countryside of East Sussex, Camilla was educated at various schools, including Dumbrells School in Sussex, Queen’s Gate School in South Kensington, as well as finishing schools in Switzerland and France. Camilla first met Prince Charles in the early 1970s, and they developed a close friendship and romantic relationship. However, both eventually married other people—Camilla to Andrew Parker Bowles in 1973, and Charles to Lady Diana Spencer in 1981. Camilla and Andrew had two children, Tom and Laura, before divorcing in 1995. Camilla and Charles rekindled their relationship, and despite public scrutiny and controversy, they married on April 9, 2005. Camilla took on the title of the Duchess of Cornwall and has since become an active member of the royal family, involved in numerous charitable activities focusing on health, literacy, animal welfare, and the arts.

5 Interesting Facts about Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall

1. Camilla is an avid reader and has been a lifelong advocate for literacy, supporting various reading initiatives and organizations.

2. She has a deep love for animals, particularly horses and dogs, and is a patron of several animal welfare charities.

3. Camilla’s great-grandmother, Alice Keppel, was the mistress of King Edward VII.

4. She enjoys gardening and has often spoken about the therapeutic benefits of spending time in nature.

5. Camilla has been a strong advocate for victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse, working with numerous organizations to raise awareness and support for survivors.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall

1. “I’m not really a rebel. I’m a homebody.”

2. “I love my family and my friends. They are everything to me.”

3. “Reading is exciting. It provides a great escape.”

4. “We all need to be kinder to ourselves and others.”

5. “I hope people will see my work and not just my title.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, is approximately $5 million.

Children

Camilla has two children from her marriage to Andrew Parker Bowles: 1. **Thomas Henry Charles Parker Bowles** (born December 18, 1974) – A food writer and critic. 2. **Laura Rose Lopes** (née Parker Bowles) (born January 1, 1978) – An art curator.