The REAL reason why Sophie hasn't been made a princess: RICHARD KAY reveals the 'baffling' reason for her duchess title - only in the Palace Confidential newsletter

Published: 07:43 EDT, 28 October 2026 | Updated: 07:53 EDT, 28 October 2026 There's no doubt that Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, is right at the heart of the King's slimmed-down monarchy. She recently completed a five-day tour of Zambia and helped welcome the Sultan of Oman to Windsor Castle.So why hasn't this hard-working senior royal been rewarded with the title of princess, one Palace Confidential reader emailed us to ask. After all, she's married to Prince Edward, whose title was transferred from the late Prince Philip.Senior Editor-at-Large Richard Kay has moved in royal circles for decades. In this week's Palace Confidential newsletter, he explains the 'baffling' rules surrounding titles and reveals whether Sophie could ever be upgraded to princess – as well as a few curiosities that come with the royal system.To read his exclusive insights, sign up to the Palace Confidential newsletter now and get the answer in your inbox for FREE on Thursday evening.Want more of the Daily Mail's unrivalled royals journalism, straight from some of the world's leading experts on the monarchy?In the Palace Confidential newsletter, we bring together the most knowledgeable voices, gorgeous photography and exclusive commentary to expose the truth behind polished public appearances, and reveal the very human drama at the heart of this extraordinary institution.Get unrivalled insider gossip and expert analysis on the King and Queen, William and Catherine, Harry and Meghan and more in your inbox every Thursday.You'll have the chance to ask our Royal Editor, Rebecca English, and other top journalists everything you've always wanted to know.Sign up to the Palace Confidential newsletter HERE.