Kate Middleton has a great relationship with Prince William's cousin Zara Tindall, the daughter of Princess Anne. According to royal experts, the Duchess of Cambridge and Zara are like "soul sisters" and they are always delighted to see each other during family events and public gatherings.
A photo uncovered on Instagram shows Kate with a funny reaction while in a conversation with her cousin-in-law. It's not the first time that the two have been photographed talking animatedly with each other.
According to Daily Express, this photo was taken during the Ascot event last June. Kate Middleton and Zara also gave each other hugs and kisses on the cheeks while they were celebrating the affair.
Reports revealed that Kate Middleton and Zara became friends immediately after Prince William started dating his future bride. In 2007, Kate and Zara attended and were seated close to each other at the Concert for Diana to mark the 10th death anniversary of Prince William's mother.
While they were watching this special show, Kate Middleton and Zara were spotted having a conversation more than a few times. It was evident even, then, that the two had a special relationship as cousin-in-laws and friends.
According to body language expert Alison Ward, Kate Middleton and Zara's movements and gestures reflect a natural friendship and mutual love for each other. The way they greet the other or lock eyes during conversations show how much they love each other's company and are not forced to be seen in public.
The expert said that these two women's easy-going connections would not be possible if they did not genuinely like each other. Thus, they have a soul connection and have been like soul sisters ever since they met nearly 15 years ago, Ward said.
As far as their similarities go, Kate Middleton and Zara are both strong women with great sense of humor. It helped them become even more close when Kate and Zara also had two kids of the same age, who often go on playdates.
Even Queen Elizabeth is said to be quite fond of Zara and her husband Mike Tindall. Reports over the years stated that Her Majesty and her second grandchild share a love for horses. The Queen also loves the fact that Zara and Mike are quite the normal couple who has no drama around them.
Prince Charles is also said to be fond of his niece. Zara is, perhaps, the only royal who can publicly rib and laugh at her uncle, the future King of England.
