Kate Middleton became the Duchess of Cambridge when she married Prince William in 2011. She has since worked as a senior member of the Royal Family with her role becoming more important over the years. As Chinese Year of the Rat starts today, predictions suggest Kate could be set for another huge new role.
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Chinese New Year is a festival that celebrates the start of a new year on the traditional Chinese calendar.
This year it is the Year of the Rat which is the first of all zodiac animals and is associated with new beginnings, according to chinesenewyear.net.
The website said: “In the terms of yin and yang, the Rat is yang and represents the beginning of a new day.”
Predictions have said this is also likely bring new beginnings for Kate Middleton as she could take on a huge new role.
Prince William is second in line to the throne which means Kate is likely to one day take the huge role of Queen Consort.
However, she could be set to take on more responsibilities starting this year.
The Duchess was born in the Year of the Dog which means she is set to have a lucky year ahead.
The website added: “For Dogs, the Rat brings growth and renewal. Building on the fortune of the previous year, hard work and extra effort will pay off.”
However, Kate being born in the Year of the Dog revealed why she may feel anxious about any possible position.
“Despite how they act, they are worried and anxious inside,” it added.
“However, they will not let this stop them. Once they decide on something, no one can persuade them against it.”
With new opportunities predicted to come her way, Chinese New Year analysis revealed why she should be cautious.
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“Business ventures will do well in the year of the Metal Rat,” the website said.
“However, even with an abundance of opportunities for advancement, choose wisely.
“It might be better to stay in your current job. Weigh the benefits and consequences before moving forward.”
Overall, the full predictions suggest Kate is sure to enjoy a very successful year.
They said: “2020 will be a successful year for Dogs, rewarding your loyalty and intelligence in all endeavours, from career to lifestyle.
“Friends will play an essential role throughout the year; rely on them for support during success or failure.
“The year of the Pig brought fortune to your career, and compounded with this year’s zodiac success is yours for the taking.
“Be ready for real growth opportunities and overall progress.”
How did Kate Middleton become a royal?
Early life
Kate Middleton, or Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, was born on 9 January 1982 at the Royal Berkshire Hospital, Reading, England.
She was born to Michael and Carole Middleton, a former flight dispatcher and air hostess. The couple founded a party supplies company, Party Pieces, in 1987 – now estimated to be worth £30 million.
Kate has a younger sister Pippa Matthews, 34, and a younger brother James Middleton, 31.
Education
Kate and her family moved to Amman, Jordan, in 1984, where the future Duchess was educated at an English-speaking nursery school.
After moving back to Berkshire the family sent Kate to private school, St Andrews School. She went on to briefly study at Downe House before moving onto Marlborough College where she boarded.
For university the young Kate attended the University of St Andrews in Fife, Scotland. Here she was awarded an undergraduate MA (2:1 Hons) in history of art.
Relationship with Prince William
Kate met Prince William when they were both studying at St Andrews, and both living in St Salvator’s Hall. Famously, William reportedly took a fancy to Kate after she wore a see-through dress during a fashion show.
In 2003 the couple began dating and lived together during their second year of university.
The couple split in April 2007, however, in October they were back together.
Wedding
Prince William proposed to Kate Middleton with his late mother Princess Diana’s engagement ring in October 2010. The couple were holidaying in Kenya at the time.
On 29 April 2011 they married at Westminster Abbey with a whopping 26 million watching the event live.
Kate wore an Alexander McQueen dress worth a reported £250,000 on the big day.
Kate assumed the title “Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge” and also become the Duchess of Cambridge on the day.
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