Who is sitting in between Charles and that coveted No.

1 approval rating spot?

His son,Prince William, and the newPrincess of Wales, Catherine.

Close up of Prince William smiling

She was, without question, dedicated to the crown unlike any other.

A high ranking royal source toldOK!

Of course, royal abdication has a rather sordid history.

King Charles smiling

The last person to abdicate the throne was King Edward VIII, Queen Elizabeth II’s uncle.

As you may recall, Charles became king as soon as his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, died.

In fact, as of publication, King Charles III has yet to enjoy a coronation.

William and Kate posing

Why the “consort” designation?

Consort is given to those who are royal by marriage, not royal by blood.

But, Parade notes, she will likely be called Queen Catherine by the public.

Prince William smiling

William is now the direct heir to the throne.

That’s quite a lot of pressure to place on a kid still in elementary school.

King Charles was, of course, the direct heir to the British throne for decades.

Kate waving

“Let’s not overcomplicate matters unnecessarily,” theon-screen monarchattests.

“My name is Elizabeth.”

This brings us to William, Prince of Wales, and his eventual assumption of the throne.

Prince George with his parents

After all, what is royal life without a dazzling tiara to top off a once-in-a-lifetime gown?

It is likely this perspective will be maintained and perhaps increased over time.

Princess Charlotte smiling

Prince William portrait

Prince William smiling

Kate Middleton smiling

Buckingham Palace

William and Kate with Harry and Meghan