Queen Camilla is expected to be deeply moved as she joins King Charles, Prince William, and Princess Kate in commemorating the 80th anniversary of VE Day this May.

The royal family will attend a Service of Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey, a significant event in honoring those who served in World War II.

While Buckingham Palace has yet to confirm all attendees, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, along with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, are also expected to participate.

Queen Camilla May Feel Emotional at the VE Day Anniversary

Royal expert Jennie Bond highlighted that this occasion will be particularly poignant for Queen Camilla due to her late father, Bruce Shand, who served in WWII.

“It will be emotional for everyone,” Jennie told GB News. “The king will have so many memories of his father’s wartime service and his mother’s short time in the Auxiliary Territorial Service. Camilla will have similar memories of her own father.”

Bruce Shand was captured as a prisoner of war in Germany and was later awarded the Military Cross for bravery during the Battle of Dunkirk. Camilla has spoken fondly of him, recalling how he read bedtime stories to her, sparking her lifelong love of reading.

At last year’s D-Day remembrance service, Camilla was visibly emotional while listening to veterans share their experiences. Jennie believes that King Charles, Camilla, Prince William, and Kate will not hesitate to express their emotions during the commemorations.

“I’m sure they will all find it an emotional occasion. Charles, in particular, finds pageantry and music extremely moving,” she explained. “I don’t think he, Camilla, or William and Catherine will be shy about showing their emotions.”