Is Kate Middleton the future of the Royal Family?

Paul Burrell, Princess Diana's former butler, thinks Kate Middleton's divorce will destroy the royal family.

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Burrell says that the future of the monarchy rests on Kate's shoulders, and it's an enormous responsibility.

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Burrell says that everything is pinned up by Kate, and the future is underpinned by Catherine Middleton, and that's incredible.

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Burrell had previously thought that the future of the monarchy was pinned on Princess Diana, our future queen.

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Burrell believes that the royal family is not in an enviable position, as the future of the monarchy is pinned up by one person.

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Kate is responsible for the future of the monarchy, and if she decided to leave her marriage, the royal family would collapse.

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Burrell's comments highlight the enormous pressure and responsibility that Kate has as a member of the royal family.

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The royals are watched closely because their acts could affect the monarchy's future.

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