Camilla Parker-Bowles ignites Twitter after being asked about Harry and Meghan: 'So much shade'
It seems that the rest of the world is still reeling after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced two weeks ago they were stepping back from royal life and moving to Canada.
And although Queen Elizabeth promised that they had "found a constructive and supportive way forward" with the family of three, the royal family cannot escape questions about the drama.
On Monday, Camilla Parker-Bowles seemingly added fuel to the fire after her response to a reporter's question went viral. The video was captured by ITV News' Chris Ship and shared to Twitter, where it's garnered nearly 175,000 views.
Watch Camilla’s face closely as she answers the question: “Will you miss Harry & Meghan?”
The Duchess of Cornwall smiles, pauses, then says “Hmmm. Course!” 😳😳pic.twitter.com/CbPbb92bAL— Chris Ship (@chrisshipitv) January 20, 2020
During a visit to mark Prospect Hospice Swindon's 40th anniversary on Monday, the Duchess of Cornwall was asked if she'll miss Harry and Meghan.
The royal paused for a moment and smiled, before responding, "Hmmm... Course."
Although many remarked that the duchess was merely "caught off guard" by the question, others claimed the 72-year-old royal was throwing "shade" at the couple.
I don't know about this. She was visiting a hospice. Chances are, her mind wasn't really there to process the question.
— Elizabeth (@Sryaiir) January 20, 2020
I think this question at this moment was ill-timed and inappropriate...
— Kelly Mathews (@allthingsregal) January 21, 2020
"Camilla is so great!" one Twitter user commented. Meanwhile, another added, "Omg Camilla is my flipping hero. Soooo much shade."
Omg Camilla is my flipping hero
Soooo much shade
But with soooo much class
Luv her♥️♥️♥️— ❤ tweets with luv (@tips_talk) January 20, 2020
😂😂😂 Camilla is so great!
— kschumi777 (Pluff and Sugar Slayer) (@kschumi777) January 20, 2020
😂😂😂😂
Camilla is the best!
She has been caught giving Meghan the stink eye so many times, she’s starting to become one of my favorite royals.— Cosmotastic (@Cosmotastic1) January 20, 2020
Whether or not Camilla's divisive response was intentional, this isn't the first time she's sent Twitter abuzz with her subtle actions.
In June, the duchess went viral for a sly, half-second moment caught by cameras during a photocall with President Trump.
Royal Protection Officer: “Camilla, if you are in trouble then wink, we will come and rescue you.” #TrumpUKVisit#TrumpVisitUKpic.twitter.com/TGMrXwmjUu
— Charlie Proctor (@MonarchyUK) June 3, 2019
The brief footage reportedly showed the Duchess of Cornwall winking at her protection officers as the foursome exited the room. Journalist Charlie Proctor shared the footage to Twitter, writing: "Royal Protection Officer: 'Camilla, if you are in trouble then wink, we will come and rescue you.'"