Kate Middleton had reservations about taking on the title of Princess of Wales, a role that has been associated with the late Princess Diana, after King Charles III announced that Prince William and Kate Middleton, who had previously been known as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge for over a decade, were now the Prince and Princesses of Wales. Royal biographer Russell Myers stated that Kate Middleleton was wary of comparisons to Diana and felt confident about forging her own path within the royal family. The decision to adopt the title was seen as a strategic move to avoid backlash given the public's deep and lasting affection for Diana.