Queen Camilla has been King Charles’ “rock” for many years. But these past few months, her presence has been even more crucial as the monarch has undergone treatment for the cancer he was diagnosed with in January.

Camilla took on increasingly more royal duties as her husband was recovering, and according to a new report, her friends had never seen her so worried as during the period shortly following Charles’ diagnosis.

The fact that the King decided to reveal his cancer diagnosis to the world was praised by many. According to reports, visits to a web page offering advice on the possible signs and symptoms of cancer in the 24 hours following Charles’ statement increased by more than 50%. But was everyone on board with the idea that the monarch should announce his cancer diagnosis? Well, as per a new claim, Camilla wasn’t.

King Charles and Queen Camilla’s reign did not begin as they might have wished. Their feud with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle undoubtedly complicated things, but what happened in January earlier this year changed everything for the Royal Family.

King Charles’ cancer diagnosis

Midway through January it was announced that Kate Middleton had undergone abdominal surgery. Less than an hour later, on February 5, Buckingham Palace announced that King Charles had been diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer.

“The King is grateful to his medical team for their swift intervention, which was made possible thanks to his recent hospital procedure. He remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible,” the statement from Buckingham Palace read.

“His Majesty has chosen to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer.”

Charles’ decision to reveal his cancer diagnosis may have saved lives. As reported by the Associated Press, Cancer Research UK recorded a 33% increase in visits to its website as people searched for information regarding the signs and symptoms of cancer.

“I would like to express my most heartfelt thanks for the many messages of support and good wishes I have received in recent days,” King Charles said in a statement some days after the first statement on his health.

“As all those who have been affected by cancer will know, such kind thoughts are the greatest comfort and encouragement.”

“It is equally heartening to hear how sharing my own diagnosis has helped promote public understanding and shine a light on the work of all those organisations which support cancer patients and their families across the UK and wider world,” Charles added.

“My lifelong admiration for their tireless care and dedication is all the greater as a result of my own personal experience.”

Queen Camila was praised for stepping up during King Charles’ cancer treatment

While King Charles was receiving cancer treatment, Camilla had to step up in terms of her responsibilities. The Queen Consort was forced to completely transform her image when she entered the Royal Family, and today she has become a beloved member of the Firm, respected and accepted by royal fans worldwide.

While it’s well known that Camilla doesn’t love life in the spotlight, she has put all her energy towards serving The Crown. It’s reported that she doesn’t like giving speeches, but since King Charles’ public appearances have been restricted of late, she’s filled in for him.

Appearing on GB News in February, royal expert and author Angela Levin stated that Camilla had left her comfort zone.

“She has gone to as many engagements as possible that King Charles would have done, which is a huge load, but she’ll do it with grace,” Levin said.” She would do her absolute best to stand by him.”

Of Camilla’s dislike regarding public speaking, Levin said: “She’s learned all that and I think it’s a marvelous thing that she’s done,” adding that Camilla truly is King Charles’ “rock” through this difficult time.

“She’s absolutely there when she’s needed,” Levin concluded.

Angela Levin wasn’t the only one who praised Camilla for her efforts and handling of the situation.

Queen Camilla ‘put on a brave face’

On popular royal podcast Royally Obsessed, co-hosts Roberta Fiorito and Rachel Bowie also praised the queen.

“I feel like on the heels of Camilla taking on solo engagements daily last week…to see Camilla step up, keep calm and carry on, and knowing what she’s also managing with her own kind of reactions and mental health over what’s going on with her husband, it’s the whole difference between duty and family,” Roberta Fiorito said, as reported by Express.

“You have to continue what you have to do for the crown, but you also have to process your emotions over Charles’s cancer diagnosis.”

Meanwhile, Bowie added that Camilla had put on a brave face, insisting that it must have been hard to “bite her tongue about the real issues that were going on.”