Overview

• On July 16 Camilla became the first woman and first royal family member to be appointed Vice Admiral of the United Kingdom.
• Buckingham Palace released a new portrait by Chris Jackson showing Camilla relaxed at Ray Mill House on the eve of her birthday.
• The image prompted both admiration for its intimate setting and critical comments referencing Princess Diana on the royal Instagram.
• At age 78 she maintained a busy schedule by visiting the Children’s Hospice South West in Devon and upholding her patronages.
• A YouGov poll ranks Camilla among the ten most popular British royals, reflecting her transformed public image.